AGL electric vehicle (EV) charging sites in Sydney are now accessible through the Chargefox app, expanding charging options for drivers across Australia’s largest city.
The integration makes AGL’s pole-mounted kerbside chargers available to Chargefox’s network of over 300,000 EV drivers. The chargers, which offer speeds of up to 7kW and up to 22kW, provide convenient charging for residents without home charging access and visitors to Sydney.
“We are excited to welcome another charging network to Chargefox. Kerbside charging is a critical part of our mission to provide convenient charging to EV drivers right across Australia, with a secure and convenient experience,” said Executive General Manager of Chargefox Ed Asuncion.
The partnership means drivers can locate, charge and pay for charging sessions at AGL locations through the Chargefox app and RFID cards. This integration connects AGL’s kerbside infrastructure with what the companies describe as Australia’s most popular EV charging platform.
Addressing charging access gaps
AGL operates over 150 public chargers around Sydney, targeting drivers who cannot install home charging systems. The company’s Head of E-Mobility Mabelle Reyes said the focus is on improving access to reliable charging infrastructure.
“At AGL, we’re really focussed on making it easier for Australians to adopt electric vehicles but recognise that not everyone will have the ability or ease of access to have at home chargers,” Reyes said.
“By providing over 150 public chargers around Sydney our central aim was to improve this access to reliable charging. Partnering with Chargefox now extends the reach of these kerbside chargers, giving more EV drivers the confidence that they can conveniently charge in more locations without reliance on off-street parking.”
The integration creates potential revenue benefits for charging infrastructure owners. Greater exposure through the Chargefox platform is expected to increase charger utilisation, generating more revenue that can support further infrastructure investment.
Platform consolidation trend
Rebecca Stenhouse, CEO of Australian Motoring Services (AMS) which operates Chargefox, said the integration supports the company’s goal of creating a unified charging experience.
“We’re building a future where all public EV chargers are available to all EV drivers on one simple platform, so users can easily and securely see, navigate to, and use thousands of chargers without having to use multiple apps,” Stenhouse said.
Chargefox is owned by Australian Motoring Services, which represents Australia’s mobility clubs including NRMA, RACV, RACQ, RAA, RAC and RACT. The platform has been operating since 2017, providing charging management solutions for drivers, organisations and governments.
The newly integrated AGL sites are now available through the Chargefox app. For New Zealand EV drivers travelling to Australia, the integration provides another example of how charging network consolidation can improve the user experience across different infrastructure providers.
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