Electric Vehicle Chargers

Everything you need to know about EV charging in Transperth car parks.

Transperth is introducing electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities at a number of car parks across our network. The chargers will be in place for a 12-month trial period and will be progressively installed at a number of new and existing stations.

The chargers are operated by Wevolt and charge at up to 7kW, taking approximately eight hours to charge a typical EV. Bays will be marked as 'Electric Vehicles Only'. The charging fee is a flat rate of $22.50 per day which covers the cost of electricity and operating the charger. 

Using the Chargers

Using the chargers is easy, just follow these simple steps:

  1. Download the Wevolt App as shown on the EV charging station and register.
  2. Accept the Public Transport Authority’s Terms of Use within the App.
  3. Start charging your EV using your own charging cable.
  4. If you are parking on a weekday, pay the parking fee ($2 per day) using the SmartParker machine and follow all parking signs.
  5. Use a Transperth service while your EV is charging.
  6. Pay the charging fee for charging your EV via the App.
  7. Unplug your charging cable when finished charging and remove your EV from the EV parking space.

Visit Parking for more information on parking at stations.

EV Charger Locations

EV chargers are currently available at the following stations:

Ellenbrook Line

  • Ellenbrook Station (10 bays)
  • Whiteman Park Station (10 bays)
  • Ballajura Station (10 bays)
  • Noranda Station (10 bays)
  • Morley Station (10 bays).

Midland Line

  • Bayswater Station (4 bays).

EV chargers will be available at the following stations in future: 

Yanchep Line

  • Yanchep Station (10 bays)
  • Alkimos Station (10 bays)
  • Eglinton Station (10 bays).

Mandurah Line 

  • Mandurah Station (10 bays). 

Additional EV chargers will be installed at new and upgraded stations as part of the Thornlie-Cockburn Link, Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal and Byford Rail Extension projects.

New stations will be added to the list above as the trial continues.

FAQs

How much will it cost to park and charge my car?

Different pricing options will be assessed during the trial to determine usage patterns.

In the initial stage of the trial, users will be charged a day rate of $22.50 which may be subject to change based on uptake. Users will also need to meet the Conditions of Use of station parking, including paying the $2 SmartParker fee and using a Transperth service.

The day rate aligns with the ‘Costing and Pricing Government Service’ guidelines, which allow for usage charges to be set on a cost recovery basis.

What is the trial?

A 12-month trial of electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities is being put in place at selected stations to allow the Public Transport Authority to better understand the viability of installing other EV chargers at other stations in the future.

The trial aligns with the State Government’s EV Strategy to prepare for the transition to low and zero emission electric vehicles and encourage their uptake, in addition to gauging the utilisation rate and performance of charging facilities by public transport passengers.

What will the trial assess?

The trial will assess many factors such as:

  • The usage of each EV charger included in the trial.
  • The pricing model to charge EVs at the stations.
  • The future demand for charging facilities across the Transperth network.
  • Data to support future EV implementation strategy.
How long will the trial run for?

It is expected that the trial will run for 12 months, with further rollout to be determined based on the success of the trial.

Do I still need to pay the $2 station parking fee?

Yes, users will need to pay the $2 SmartParker fee.

Do the chargers include cables?

No, users will need to use their own Type-2 charge cable. For best results a cable capable of supporting 32 Amp charge rates should be used.

What if I have an issue using the EV chargers?

If you experience an issue using the EV chargers, registering your RFID card or downloading the app, please contact Wevolt on (08) 6255 7900.

Can I park my non-electric vehicle in the bay if no other parking is available?

No. The only vehicles that are permitted to park in the EV charger bays will be EVs that are charging.

Can I park in an EV bay to charge my car if I am not intending to use a Transperth service?

No, users must tag on and board a Transperth service from the station they parked at.  

Can I park in an EV bay if I am not charging my vehicle?

No. EV parking bays are reserved for electric vehicles being charged. Once you return to your vehicle, you must unplug your charging cable and move your vehicle out of the EV parking bay.

Why do I have to pay for parking as well as charging?

Passengers are still required to pay for parking using SmartParker. The charging fee only covers the cost of the electricity and operation of the charger, not use of the bay itself. The charging fee is collected by the chargepoint operator on behalf of the Public Transport Authority.

What if my vehicle is fully charged before I arrive back at the station?

By parking in the bay and paying the charging and parking fees, your vehicle can stay in the EV charging bay connected to the charger until you return to your vehicle and unplug it and leave.

It is important that you do not end your charging session until you have returned to your vehicle. The charging cable will only be securely connected from your EV to the EV charger when a charging session is in progress.

Will my station receive an EV charger?

Pending the outcomes of the trial, other stations may be fitted with EV charging. As more stations receive EV chargers, they will be added to this page. Signage will also be installed at stations directing passengers to EV charging bays.

What if I am only parking at the station for a short amount of time?

The current rate for charging is a day rate of $22.50. This rate was selected based on a number of factors. As the trial progresses, the rate that customers will be charged will change to trial other possible billing regimes.

Why do I need to supply my own cable?

Some EVs have different types of charging inlets fitted in their vehicle. The PTA has elected to follow standard industry practice and provide the dominant charging outlet in the Australian market, using a Type-2 configuration.

Customers can then bring their suitable cable with a Type-2 socket on the charging station end, and the required outlet on the vehicle end. This will make the transaction more standardised for customers choosing to park their EVs at the station.

Are the chargers AC chargers or DC chargers?

The chargers are AC single-phase chargers configured for a maximum charge rate of 32 Amps – Approximately 7kW.

Not all vehicles have the same onboard charging capabilities when charging from AC chargers, but typically most can charge from a single-phase at up to approximately 7kW. This, combined with the expected use-case of all-day parking led to the PTA’s decision to trial AC charging, which is typically slower than DC charging.

Can an EV charger overcharge my car?

No, EV chargers cannot overcharge vehicles, as the vehicle contains onboard control systems to stop battery charging when the vehicle battery is full or reaches a vehicle-controlled charge limit.

Can I stop charging if I need to leave early?

Yes, you can stop your EV charging at any time. Please refer to signage next to the EV chargers for instructions. 

Please note that fixed charges to connect will be levied each time a charging session is commenced and will not be refunded for early disconnection. 

Where can I leave feedback on the EV chargers?

Users are encouraged to submit feedback on the chargers via My Say Transport

The survey will be open for completion from Monday 9 December. 

Terms and Conditions

General Terms and Conditions of Parking and Charging Your EV

  1. You must not park your vehicle in an EV parking space unless your vehicle is:
    1. a plug-in EV licensed for use on public roads; and
    2. physically connected to the EV charging machine and charging.
  2. You must use a Transperth service on the day your EV is charging in an EV parking space.
  3. When charging your EV, you must pay:
    1. the parking fee at the SmartParker machine; AND
    2. the electricity charge fee through the chargepoint operator’s App. 
  4. When your EV has finished charging, you must unplug your EV and move your vehicle out of the EV parking space.
  5. The Parking Station Conditions of Use and the General Terms and Conditions of Entry to this parking station continue to apply while you are parked in an EV parking space.
  6. Penalties may apply for failure to comply with car park conditions.
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