Australian EV drivers will soon be able to charge their vehicles while grabbing a coffee or running errands, with EnergyAustralia and 7-Eleven announcing plans to roll out 10 ultra-fast charging locations across the east coast over the next two years.
The partnership will see ultra-fast charging infrastructure installed at selected 7-Eleven stores in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, providing EV drivers with access to 200kW and 400kW chargers in locations already familiar to many motorists.
The first site is already operational at Roxburgh Park in Melbourne’s north, with all three Victorian locations expected to be completed by the end of 2026. The broader rollout will deliver three sites in Victoria, four in New South Wales and three in Queensland.
For fleet operators and business drivers, the expansion represents another step towards improving the availability of public fast-charging infrastructure, particularly in suburban locations where vehicles are often operating throughout the day.
According to EnergyAustralia, each site will feature either a 200kW or 400kW charger capable of charging a vehicle from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in as little as 12 to 15 minutes, depending on vehicle capability.
Jack Kotlyar, Head of Green Transport at EnergyAustralia, said improving charging convenience remains critical to accelerating EV adoption.
“Range anxiety and charging inconvenience remain real barriers to EV take-up in Australia. Putting fast, reliable charging stations at locations people already know and visit regularly means topping up can become as natural as stopping for fuel has always been,” said Kotlyar.
He said integrating charging into everyday destinations would help make the transition to electric vehicles easier for Australian drivers.
“Bringing fast, reliable charging to locations people already know and visit regularly is one practical way we can make that transition easier for everyday Australians.”
The announcement comes as Australia’s EV market continues to grow. EnergyAustralia cited figures from the Electric Vehicle Council showing more than 156,000 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles were sold in Australia during 2025, representing a 38 per cent increase on the previous year.
The charging stations will be accessible through the Chargefox app, allowing drivers to locate, start and pay for charging sessions. Drivers will also be able to use tap-and-go credit card payments directly at the chargers, reducing barriers for occasional users and visitors. Charging locations will additionally be listed on PlugShare, enabling drivers to check availability and access community reviews.
For fleet managers evaluating electric vehicle adoption, the expansion highlights the growing maturity of Australia’s public charging network. While depot and home charging remain the primary charging solutions for many fleets, access to reliable public fast charging can provide additional operational flexibility, particularly for vehicles travelling beyond their normal operating areas.
The move also reflects a broader trend towards integrating EV charging into existing retail and convenience destinations, helping to normalise charging behaviour and reduce the perception that charging requires a dedicated stop.
As the rollout progresses over the next 24 months, the partnership between EnergyAustralia and 7-Eleven is expected to add another layer of charging coverage across key metropolitan markets, supporting both private motorists and fleet operators transitioning to electric vehicles.
