Hobart's Experts in EV Charging

Electric Vehicles (EVs).
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a common sight on Tasmanian roads, with more households choosing EVs and plug-in hybrids to reduce fuel costs and lower emissions. A professionally installed home EV charger provides faster, safer and more convenient charging than a standard power outlet.
Whether it's for home, work or retail, Smarter Energy Solutions can work with you to design and install the best EV charging solution for your needs.

EV Charging at Home

The ability to charge your EV at home is an obvious advantage of Electric Vehicle charging with most owners completing 80-90% of their charge at home.

The average car spends 12 hours a day idle at your residence and can be charged from flat to full for as little as $15, which will provide you with 400km of range. This cost can be reduced further with the use of solar energy or off-peak rates.

A dedicated wall-mounted EV charger offers:

• Faster charging than a standard household power point
• Improved electrical safety
• Smart charging features
• Scheduled charging during off-peak electricity periods
• Compatibility with most electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles

A suitable charging option is a 7.2kW AC Max unit, which can provide 30-40km of range per hour of charge. A home charger is a game changer when it comes to convenience and cost.

Many modern EV chargers allow you to:

• Schedule charging overnight
• Monitor charging through a smartphone app
• Track electricity usage
• Integrate with rooftop solar
• Prepare for future energy management technologies.

EV Charging at Work

Having the ability to charge your EV while at the workplace is another excellent example of taking advantage of your vehicle's idle time. Workplaces often have the power available to allow for higher powered chargers and making chargers available can be especially beneficial to employees who don't have off-street parking or if the company shares vehicles.

A suitable workplace unit is the 25kw Wallbox, which produces up to 150k of range per hour of charge.

Charge Your EV with Solar

If your home has rooftop solar, an EV charger can be configured to make better use of your solar generation during the day, helping reduce electricity purchased from the grid.
Some chargers can automatically adjust charging based on available solar production.

Future Proofing

Instead of promising Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), which is still emerging in Australia, use:
Some newer EV chargers are designed to support future bidirectional charging capabilities as vehicle and Australian network standards continue to evolve.
This is more accurate than suggesting every charger supports V2G today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I charge from a normal power point?
Yes, but charging is much slower and may not be suitable for daily use.

Do I need three-phase power?
Not necessarily. Most homes use single-phase power, and a 7 kW charger is suitable for many EV owners.

Can I use solar to charge my EV?
Yes. Many smart chargers can prioritise surplus solar energy where compatible with your solar system.

How long does installation take?
Most standard residential installations are completed in a single day, depending on cable runs and switchboard requirements.