Australia's push towards electric vehicles (EVs) has been gaining momentum, but concerns have been raised about the infrastructure to support them. A recent report by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation sheds light on a surprising trend: despite warnings of a public EV charger shortage, data reveals that drivers are rarely queuing to charge their vehicles. In fact, the numbers suggest that the majority of charging sessions take place during off-peak hours, with many EV owners opting for home charging or using private charging stations. This finding has sparked debate about the true extent of the charging infrastructure shortage and what it means for the future of EV adoption in Australia.
EV public charger shortage? The data shows drivers rarely queue to charge Australian Broadcasting Corporation