Charger stations receive a boost

UPGRADES have been delivered to RACV’s electric vehicle charging stations in Ballarat, with works to follow at other sites throughout Victoria.

The Ballarat site, at 61 Curtis Street in the central business district near Big W, is now comprised of two new 50-kilowatt and two new 350-kilowatt charging stations.

The local outlet is the first in the state to feature the upgrades, with the additions set to be on the way for seven other Victorian locations.

RACV general manager energy services Greg Edye said the upgrades are about providing a better charging experience for electric vehicle drivers across Victoria.

“The upgrades will not only provide a faster, more reliable charging experience, but also enhance the security of the site,” he said.

Upgrades are scheduled to take place for RACV’s charging stations at Horsham, Euroa, Airport West, Barnawartha North, and Moe, as well as at the organisation’s Victorian resorts and club venues.

The improvements are part of a broader initiative from RACV to boost the capabilities of their statewide charging network by the end of the year.

A statement from the company acknowledged the inconvenience made to electric vehicle drivers in the region during the upgrades.

“RACV acknowledges the inconvenience caused by the recent unavailability of the Ballarat chargers and thanks drivers for their patience,” the statement said.

“The chargers had been offline due to various technical issues, including vandalism, which has prompted the installation of additional security measures, such as CCTV.”

More information on RACV’s electric vehicle charging network can be found via the company’s website.