Electric vehicles are becoming an everyday choice for more Australians. As adoption grows, one question matters for most drivers: where will I charge? Not everyone has access to a garage, a driveway or private parking. In many cities and inner suburbs, residents rely on street parking or live in buildings without the electrical capacity for home charging.
This is where kerbside charging becomes essential. Kerbside charging places accessible, renewable powered EV chargers directly on the street, using existing infrastructure. It brings charging closer to everyday life and removes the barriers faced by millions of households. For us this is the core of our mission. Our EVX Polechargers use existing power poles to deliver reliable neighbourhood charging where people already live, work and park.
Here is how kerbside charging supports everyday Australian drivers and why it plays a key role in the transition to electric transport.
Kerbside charging supports renters and apartment residents
Many Australians live in apartments, terraces and units where installing a private charger is either too expensive or not possible. Without kerbside charging, these households would be excluded from owning an EV.
Kerbside charging fills the gap by giving renters and apartment residents access to everyday charging near home. Our EVX Polechargers are mounted on existing power poles, avoiding structural changes to buildings and keeping installation simple. Drivers can plug in with their own cable, start a session through the app or RFID, and top up while going about their day.
This helps ensure that EV ownership is accessible to everyone, not just those with private parking.
It makes EV charging part of daily routines
Most EV drivers prefer to top up regularly rather than rely on infrequent long charges. Kerbside charging supports this natural charging behaviour. Instead of travelling to a charging hub, drivers can charge where they already park.
Our EVX Polechargers are designed around this idea. Each unit offers dual 22kW sockets, ideal for topping up during normal dwell times such as parking overnight, visiting local shops or stopping for coffee. Charging becomes something you do without interrupting your schedule.
This convenience removes stress, saves time and makes EV ownership easier for families, commuters and local residents.
It reduces congestion at fast charging stations
Fast charging hubs are crucial for long road trips, but they are not intended for daily neighbourhood charging. When too many people rely on fast chargers for everyday use, queues form and the experience becomes less reliable.
Kerbside charging spreads demand across local streets, freeing up highway fast chargers for travellers who genuinely need them. Medium speed AC charging also places less strain on the grid when compared to high power DC chargers.
By expanding kerbside access, we help build a balanced charging network that meets the needs of all types of drivers.
It keeps streets uncluttered
One of the biggest advantages of EVX Polechargers is that they use infrastructure that already exists. Instead of adding large structures or taking up pedestrian space, our chargers attach to power poles, blending naturally into the streetscape.
This preserves footpaths, avoids clutter and keeps neighbourhoods tidy. Councils appreciate this approach because installation is faster and more cost effective, with minimal disruption and no need for major construction.
Using existing poles also means chargers can be deployed at scale, supporting more communities in less time.
Kerbside charging is powered by renewable energy
Every EVX Polecharger operates on 100 percent renewable electricity. This allows drivers to reduce their carbon footprint with every charge. Renewable powered charging is one of the simplest ways for households to contribute to a cleaner future.
For many Australians, especially those without rooftop solar, kerbside charging ensures equal access to clean energy. Charging becomes both practical and environmentally responsible.
It builds confidence for new EV buyers
Many people are interested in buying an EV but hesitate because they are unsure where they would charge. When they see kerbside chargers in their community, confidence grows.
Visible, accessible chargers help people feel reassured that everyday charging is possible. This reassurance is essential for EV adoption. As EVX Polechargers appear across more neighbourhoods, more people feel ready to make the switch.
It is designed for Australian conditions
Australia’s climate can be harsh, with strong sun, heavy rain and high temperatures. EVX Polechargers are built locally to meet public infrastructure standards, ensuring long lasting performance. They include temperature control, ventilation, automated cooling fans and drainage pathways to stay safe and reliable in all weather.
Drivers can charge confidently knowing that the infrastructure is made for Australian streets, not imported for a different climate.
Data helps ensure chargers go where they are needed most
Understanding how people park and charge is key to good planning. EVX analyses data from more than 100 chargers to determine how drivers use the network. We match this information with local parking behaviour, housing density and nearby amenities.
This data driven approach ensures new chargers are installed in places that genuinely need them. Community requests also help guide rollout decisions, giving residents a voice in where charging should be placed.
Supporting a cleaner, more inclusive transport future
Kerbside charging plays a critical role in Australia’s shift to cleaner transport. It supports renters, apartment residents and urban households. It reduces pressure on fast charging hubs, fits into daily routines and ensures equal access to renewable powered charging.
With kerbside charging, EV ownership becomes possible for everyone, not just those with private garages.
Our EVX Polechargers are helping make this future a reality. Built locally and powered by renewables, they provide simple, reliable and accessible charging in the places people already park. To learn more about how EVX Polechargers work and where to find them, visit us here.
