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Fuel giant Ampol zooms past Tesla as Australia’s top EV charger owner

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First reported by The Age · 1 October at 3:49 pm

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The quick read

Ampol has become Australia's top EV charger owner, surpassing Tesla.
The company plans to triple the size of its fast-charging network.
Ampol's investment in EV charging infrastructure is a significant bet on the shift to EVs in the Australian market.
The expansion of Ampol's network will increase consumer expectations around charging convenience and availability.

For dealers: Ampol's aggressive investment in EV charging infrastructure increases pressure on dealers to develop a comprehensive EV strategy and invest in charging infrastructure and staff training to remain competitive.

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ADME commentary

The ADME angle

Ampol's expansion of its fast-charging network to triple its current size will directly impact the competitive landscape of the Australian EV market, with significant implications for dealers who have not yet adapted their strategies to the shift to EVs.

The fact that a fuel giant like Ampol is aggressively investing in EV charging infrastructure suggests that the company sees a future where EVs are a major part of the Australian automotive market, and dealers who fail to respond risk being left behind.

The Charging Landscape Shifts

The tripling of Ampol's fast-charging network will also increase consumer expectations around charging convenience and availability, putting pressure on dealers to ensure they can meet these expectations and provide a seamless ownership experience for EV customers.

Impact on Dealer Operations

Dealers who have not yet developed a comprehensive EV strategy, including investments in charging infrastructure and staff training, will struggle to remain competitive in a market where consumers are increasingly expecting a high level of service and support for their EVs.

The expansion of Ampol's network will also create new opportunities for dealers to partner with the company and offer bundled charging and vehicle packages, potentially increasing sales and revenue.

Action Required

This week, dealers should review their current EV strategy and consider what investments they need to make in charging infrastructure and staff training to remain competitive, and reach out to Ampol to explore potential partnership opportunities.

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