A government investment in kerbside charger has been described as a ‘crucial step’ in the pushing the uptake of EVs.
The NSW Government has invested in 549 new kerbside chargers in an effort to assist EV owners and encourage more Australians to jump onboard the electric vehicle transition.
According to the Electric Vehicle Council, EV sales which include PHEVs, have made up more than 12 per cent of new car sales in the first half of 2025, increasing from 9.6 per cent in the same period last year.
But the growth in battery EVs has slowed and charging infrastructure is seen as vital in encouraging more buyers to make the choice.
‘crucial step’
The EVC heavily supports the rollout, calling it a ‘crucial step,’ in building a reliable charging system.
CEO Julie Delvecchio said more chargers will, “make it easier for more Australians to switch to EVs, including renters, apartment dwellers, and those without garages or driveways.”
The $2.8 million investment will deliver the chargers across 130 suburbs across the state, including areas such as Parramatta, Inner West and City of Sydney.
“More public chargers are essential to help Australians without home charging, support long road trips, and ease range anxiety.”
Delvecchio argues that having more kerbside chargers will boost the confidence of Australians hesitant to buy EVs.
“Visible, accessible chargers on local streets make EVs more practical for more Australians.”
Investment
The announcement follows a trend from the NSW Government who are investing almost $500 million to accelerate the uptake of EVs.
Investing in a first-class charging system is a key part of the government’s NSW Electric Vehicle Strategy which aims to increase the EV sales to 52% by 2030-31 and assist the state in achieving net-zero by 2050.
“More EVs are good for everybody,” says Delvecchio. “They reduce emissions, improve the air we all breathe, and make our streets a lot quieter. EV drivers can also save thousands of dollars every year on fuel and maintenance costs.”