EVC Supports NSW's EV-Friendly Road Trip Initiative

The NSW government's investment in EV charging stations on nine iconic road trips will make it easier for Australians to explore the state in an EV while supporting sustainable tourism, according to the Electric Vehicle Council. The EV-friendly routes take drivers through some of NSW's top tourist destinations, including the Central Coast to the Hunter Valley, the Southern Highlands to the South Coast, and Sydney to the Blue Mountains. EVC Chief Executive Julie Delvecchio said charging stations are strategically placed every 100km or less. "This is exactly the kind of forward-thinking approach we need to accelerate EV adoption across Australia," Ms Delvecchio said. "Range anxiety has been a barrier to EV uptake, and by making it easier for drivers to see where they can travel and charge, this initiative directly addresses that concern. While many new EVs can travel 400km on a single charge, initiatives like these tackle concerns about range anxiety head on." Ms Delvecchio said EV-friendly routes bring economic opportunities to regional economies. "Unlike traditional highways that can divert traffic, this initiative brings people into regional communities — encouraging stops at cafes, shops, and attractions, making regional travel even more appealing. This is a win-win for drivers, businesses, and sustainability." The NSW government's nine EV-friendly road trips launch as WA completes Australia's longest connected EV-charging highway. The WA EV Network – spanning Mundrabilla near the SA border all the way to Kununurra near the NT border – has 110 charging points across 49 locations.