We’ve been spruiking the benefits of driving EVs and the ability to charge fast, cheaply.

Chargefox revealed this week that they will be increasing the 40c/kWh on the 350kw chargers, to 60c. We’ve used the Tesla Superchargers at 58c recently and this makes the cost to top up a 78kWh battery to near $50. While that is still considerably cheaper than getting the same range from a petrol car, a 50% whack in one go is a blow.

There is still a range of free charging options, but these low-powered outlets give only a couple of kilometres emergency boost. A Full charge would require an overnight stop.

50kw charging remains unchanged, with Chargefox claiming 35,000 customers being able to use a large range of outlets. Chargefox has its own stations as well as managing station own by other businesses.

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The recent newsletter confirmed Chargefox would be looking at ways to improve service. Many of its Ultra-Fast 350kw units have been out of action for long periods. Tritium builds and maintains the stations and quote parts shortages as the reasons for delays in repairs.

This has a knock-on effect for EV owners not able to charge at home. Large cities have seen a boom in high-rise developments, most of which have no ability for residents to take advantage of home charging.

We need to do better.

Roadside charging is needed, and rapid boosts must be available and in working order.

Chargefox, must do better.

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