NSW launches EV Friendly Towns scheme to boost regional charging and visitor spend
By Eve
The New South Wales Government and Electric Vehicle Council have launched the EV Friendly Towns program to assess and recognise regional communities preparing for electric vehicle visitors. Battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles reached a record 36 per cent of Australian passenger car sales in June 2026. The scheme aims to help towns attract EV drivers who spend time at local businesses during charging stops.
Why it matters
Regional charging infrastructure becomes a competitive advantage for towns seeking visitor revenue, while the program may signal future procurement frameworks or grant criteria for public charging projects in NSW. CPOs and site hosts can use the assessment criteria to align deployments with state recognition and local economic development goals.
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- “NSW Backs EV-Friendly Towns”
- Published
- 9 August 2026
- Updated
- 10 August 2026
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