How Far Do You Really Drive Each Day?

The Truth About Daily Driving Habits

If you’re holding off on getting an EV because you think you drive too much for one, here’s a reality check: most Aussies drive way less than they think.

We’ve been conditioned to think that because we live in this geographically enormous country, we drive a million kilometres a day. But let’s break it down with some real numbers.

The Average Aussie Commute

• Daily average? Around 30km per day for urban drivers and 38km per day for regional drivers, according to ABS data - that’s pushing two weeks of driving on a battery full-charge.

• Even for long commuters? Most workers in major cities clock around 50–70km per day.

• School runs, errands, and weekend drives? Still within a single charge for most EVs.

Even if you’re on the higher end, a 7kW home charger like the zuup Charge Flex 7kW portable charger tops you up overnight, and even a simple power outlet can handle a daily recharge.

The Myth of ‘I Need 500km+ Range’

• Reality check: The average Aussie does not drive 500km in a single day.

• Even road trips? Charging stops are natural - grab a coffee, stretch your legs, and be on your way.

• Battery size vs. weight trade-off: More range = heavier batteries = higher costs. Do you really need that much?

For 95% of people, a 300–400km EV range more than covers their actual driving habits.

Let’s Talk About Charging

Worried about where to charge? You probably already have access to more charging than you think.

• At home: A simple 32A power outlet + a portable 7kW charger keeps you topped up overnight. Not sure about installing a 32A outlet? Check out our blog on Do you really need a fixed wall charger? and how to get set up for stuff-all.

• At work: More workplaces are installing chargers, meaning you get free juice while you work.

• Public networks: Charge on the go with thousands of charging stations Australia-wide.

It’s just about shifting your mindset from “filling up at the servo” to “charging when parked.”

The Business Case: Why This Matters for Fleets

For businesses running fleets, range anxiety is even less of an issue than for individuals.

• Predictable daily routes: Most fleet vehicles cover 100–200km per day - easily handled by EVs.

• Lower operating costs: Fuel and maintenance savings stack up fast.

• Government incentives: Fleet electrification means big tax advantages right now, with FBT exemptions on eligible EVs under $91k and state-based rebates making the switch even sweeter. We’ll cover this in more detail in an upcoming blog, especially with the pending election and no-doubt all the promises that will be flying about - drop us your email at the bottom of this page to keep in the know on future blogs, EV trends and launches.
  
  

TL;DR

• Most Aussies drive way less than they think - urban drivers average 30km/day, regional drivers 38km/day.

• A 300–400km EV range easily covers real-world driving needs.

• Home, work, and public charging make range anxiety a non-issue.

• For fleets, predictable daily routes + lower costs = no-brainer EV adoption.

Before stressing about range, track how much you really drive in a week. Chances are, an EV has you covered, AND easily.

So, is range really the issue? Or is it just habit?

Time to rethink what you actually need. And if you're ready to make the switch, check out zuup's range of portable EV chargers and other charging solutions to make life even easier.

Charge on, legends! ✌️

Author: James Kleine | zuup Founder / EV enthusiast (and petrol-head at heart).