Electric-powered vehicle chargers discreetly unveiled at Bunnings retail locations- Sausage sales still prioritized
Bunnings, the Australian hardware and garden giant, is continuing its push into the electric vehicle (EV) market by rolling out EV charging stations at locations across Australia and New Zealand. As of the latest report, 16 Bunnings stores have EV chargers installed, with two more expected to be added over the coming weeks.
The news was first reported by Yahoo News, piggybacking off an Instagram post from local electrification & EV advocate Sarah Aubrey. Sarah visited a Bunnings store at Alexandria and discovered a new EV charger with two charging ports and improved accessibility for people with mobility issues. The charger at Alexandria is one of the fastest, with a 120kW capacity, joining a mix of 22kW, 50kW, and other chargers installed at Bunnings stores.
Joshua S. Hill, a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years, reported on the development for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. Interestingly, Mr. Hill's preferred mode of transport is his feet.
Rod Caust, Bunnings director of stores, stated that they are installing EV charging stations in some store car parks to meet the changing needs of customers as electric vehicles become more common. The store carpark EV chargers add to the range of EV charging products available in-store for customers who are looking to install at home.
All EV chargers at Bunnings stores can be found through drivers' preferred EV charging app. The chargers in the store carparks are part of a broader strategy that includes EV charging, but specific details about the types of chargers (e.g., rapid, fast, or standard) are not provided. The focus is on integrating with renewable energy sources as part of Bunnings' commitment to sustainability.
The exact number of Bunnings stores in Australia and New Zealand with EV chargers installed is not specified in the search results. However, it is known that Bunnings has installed EV chargers in store carparks in Victoria, New South Wales, Western Australia, and New Zealand.
For a more detailed breakdown, one would need to refer to Bunnings' official announcements or further specific reports on their installations. In the meantime, electric vehicle drivers can look forward to more charging options from Bunnings as they continue to expand their EV charging network.
The expansion of Bunnings' electric vehicle (EV) charging network is a testament to the growing popularity of technology like EVs, with Josh Hill, a seasoned journalist focusing on clean technology, reporting on this development. As Bunnings installs EV chargers in various store locations, it aims to meet the evolving needs of customers, integrating with renewable energy sources and expanding their network, providing more charging options for electric vehicle drivers.
