Evie Networks: Pricing, Coverage and How to Use It
Australia's biggest dedicated fast-charging network: the last rates Evie published, how Autocharge works, RACQ discounts and how Evie compares with Chargefox.
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Evie Networks is an Australian-owned company that builds, owns and operates its own EV fast-charging network: more than 300 locations across the country, all DC fast (50 kW) or ultra-fast (150 to 350 kW) charging. You find chargers, check live availability and pay through the free Evie app, which is now the only place the current price appears. Evie stopped publishing a rate card, and the last prices it announced, back in January 2024, ran from 58c/kWh at a 50 kW charger to 73c/kWh at 350 kW.
What is Evie Networks?
Unlike Chargefox, which is a platform aggregating chargers owned by other people, Evie owns and runs its own hardware. That difference shows up in the experience: consistent charger models, one pricing approach, one support line (24/7, by phone and in-app), and sites chosen deliberately rather than wherever a host happened to install a unit.
Evie describes itself as Australia’s largest public fast-charging network, and its sites cluster where you’d want them: highway corridors, shopping centres, and quick-stop retail. The company has partnered with Hungry Jack’s, Dan Murphy’s and shopping centre owners to put chargers where you’re stopping for 20 to 40 minutes anyway.
If you’re still getting your bearings on who runs what, our overview of public EV charging in Australia maps out all the major networks.
Where are Evie charging stations?
Evie’s sites favour highway corridors and quick-stop retail rather than spreading evenly across the country. On our charger map the biggest clusters are in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, with smaller footprints in the ACT, Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania, and a couple of sites in the Northern Territory. The network grows in regular batches as new locations come online.
To find a specific Evie location, three ways work well:
- The Evie app shows every site with live locations and real-time availability — the most reliable source before you set off.
- Our interactive charger map plots Evie stations alongside every other network, so you can see what else is nearby if a bay is busy.
- Our state charger pages break the network down by region — for example Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.
If you’re planning a longer drive, sketch your stops against the map first so you’ve always got a backup site within range.
How much does Evie charging cost?
The maths is simple: cost equals the charging rate times the kWh delivered. If a charger is priced at 58c/kWh and your car takes 40 kWh, you’ll pay $23.20.
Working out the rate is the harder half, because Evie no longer publishes one. Its own cost FAQ doesn’t quote a cents-per-kWh figure anywhere: it gives whole-session ranges, roughly $14 to $27 for a smaller car and $27 to $47 for a long-distance one, says prices vary by station and plug type, and points you at the app. The last rates Evie announced, effective January 2024, were 50c/kWh on a 22 kW AC unit, 58c/kWh at 50 kW, 68c/kWh at 150 kW and 73c/kWh at 350 kW. Nothing has been announced since, so treat those as the last thing anyone knows for certain rather than tonight’s price. Faster chargers cost more per kWh.
That still puts Evie at the dearer end of Australian public charging, though no longer the dearest: the motoring clubs’ own DC sites have overtaken it. It’s far cheaper than petrol per kilometre and noticeably dearer than charging at home. For the full comparison between home, work and public charging, see our guide to how much it costs to charge an electric car in Australia.
Always check the Evie app for the live rate: tap a site on the map and you’ll see pricing for each connector before you commit.
How to pay at Evie
Evie is one of the simplest networks to pay at, once you’re set up:
- Evie app (iOS, Android) — download, add a payment card, and you’re ready. Use it to find sites, check live availability and pay.
- Autocharge — after the initial app setup, you never need to open it again. Just plug in and the charge starts automatically. Evie detects your car by its VIN and starts billing your account.
There is no RFID card and no tap-to-pay at any Evie site. Autocharge makes Evie the closest thing to a petrol-station experience among Australian networks — one-time setup, then plug and walk away.
How do you use an Evie charger?
- Download the free Evie app and add a payment method.
- Find a site on the map. The app shows real-time availability and per-connector pricing.
- Plug in, pick the connector in the app, and start. Evie’s pitch is “two taps and you’re ready to charge”, which is about right in practice.
- Watch progress in the app, stop the session, unplug and go.
The standout convenience feature is Autocharge. Once you’ve registered a supported car, the charger recognises your vehicle the moment you plug in and starts billing your account automatically. No phone, no app fumbling in the rain. Setup takes one session, and it’s worth doing if Evie is part of your regular rotation.
If something goes wrong, Evie runs 24/7 customer support through its call centre and the app.
What plugs and speeds does Evie use?
CCS2 is the standard connector across the network, which covers almost every EV sold new in Australia. If your car relies on CHAdeMO, such as an older Nissan Leaf, check the individual site listing in the app first, because availability varies between locations.
On speed: Evie’s 50 kW units will take most EVs from low battery to 80 per cent in roughly 45 to 75 minutes depending on battery size, while the 150 to 350 kW ultra-fast units can do the same job in 15 to 30 minutes if your car can accept the rate. Your car’s maximum DC charging speed is the ceiling; a 350 kW charger won’t make a 100 kW-capable car charge any faster.
Does Evie offer discounts?
The headline offer is for RACQ members: link your membership and you’ll get a 4 cents per kWh discount at Evie’s public fast chargers across Queensland and selected northern NSW sites. Both RACQ and Evie cap it at the first 1,000 kWh a year, which is worth $40 and covers 20 to 25 fast charges of the size most drivers take. Evie also runs periodic promotions through its Charging Offers page and app, and has fleet and business accounts with consolidated billing for work vehicles.
If you’re not in Queensland, there’s no standing club discount on Evie as of August 2026, which is one practical difference from Chargefox and its motoring club arrangement.
Evie vs Chargefox: what’s the difference?
| Evie | Chargefox | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Owns and operates its own chargers | Platform for chargers owned by others |
| Charging | DC fast and ultra-fast only | Everything from free AC to 350 kW |
| DC price | 58c/kWh at 50 kW, 73c/kWh at 350 kW (last announced January 2024) | Price set by the site owner |
| Club discount | RACQ members save 4c/kWh (Qld and northern NSW, first 1,000 kWh a year) | Most state clubs save 10% at club-owned sites; 20% for RACQ and RAC WA at their own |
In practice the two networks complement each other, and their coverage maps don’t overlap much. Keep both apps on your phone. For the full picture of Australia’s biggest charging platform, read our Chargefox guide.
Is Evie good for road trips?
Yes, with the usual caveats. Evie’s highway-corridor sites and consistent hardware make it one of the more dependable networks for long-distance driving on the east coast, and live availability in the app is accurate. As with any single network, don’t bet a remote leg of a trip on one charger: have a plan B within range, especially on long regional stretches.
Sources: Evie Networks, Evie: how much does it cost, Evie: RACQ discount, plus CarExpert and The Driven for the January 2024 rates Evie no longer publishes. Network data verified August 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Evie charging cost per kWh?
Prices vary by site and charger speed, and Evie no longer publishes a rate card at all. Its last announced prices, effective January 2024, were 50 cents per kWh on a 22 kW AC unit, 58 cents at a 50 kW charger, 68 cents at 150 kW and 73 cents at 350 kW. No change has been announced since, but treat those as the last known figures rather than today's: the Evie app shows the exact rate for each connector before you plug in, and it is the only current source.
Do I need the Evie app to charge?
The free Evie app is the main way to find chargers, see real-time availability and pay. Once you've set up an account, supported cars can also use Autocharge, which starts the session automatically when you plug in, no phone required.
What plugs do Evie chargers use?
CCS2 is the standard connector across Evie's network, which suits almost every new EV sold in Australia. If your car needs CHAdeMO, check the site listing in the Evie app before you visit, because availability varies between locations.
Does Evie offer any discounts?
Yes. RACQ members get a 4 cents per kWh discount at Evie's public fast chargers in Queensland and selected northern NSW sites, capped at the first 1,000 kWh each year, once they link their membership. Evie also runs periodic charging offers, listed on its website and in the app.