Free EV Charging Stations Auckland

Generally, electric vehicles are easier to refuel than an internal combustion engine petrol car, and you can enjoy even further savings with a free charging station. New Zealand has a wide and varied range of EV charging stations to encourage greener driving, but many formerly free stations have recently transitioned to being pay-to-use, such as ChargeNet. 

However, there are still plenty of free charging stations across New Zealand, though many use slower AC chargers that may require you to bring your own cable. Charging your EV gives you plenty of time to grab a quick bite to eat, check out local shopping or see some of the most iconic sights of Auckland. Whether you’re excited about hiring a Tesla from GO Rentals or eager to save on electricity costs, our guide to free EV chargers in Auckland will jumpstart your journey across New Zealand!

How many free EV charging stations are there in Auckland?

There are well over 20 free charging stations in Auckland, and some locations may have multiple charging stations that are not marked on the map. However, the majority of free charging stations are slow-speed AC plugs, and you may need to bring your own charging cable (BYOC). Shops, parking lots and hotels may only offer free charging to paying customers. 

Hallertau Brewery

You can find an EV charging station in the Hallertau Brewery’s parking lot at 1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway. There is one Type 2 plug available. Why not stop by the brewery for a quick meal while you wait for your EV to charge? Hallertau has an awesome menu fit for the whole family. 

NorthWest Shopping Centre

The Northwest Shopping Centres’ EV chargers are located in the parking lot and are only available during opening hours. The centre has three Type 1 tethered cables, three Type 2 tethered cables, and a single Type 1 BYOC socket. There are two plug types available: a J-1772 and a Type 2 vector plug. 

Mitre 10, Albany

You’ll find a single, non-networked Type 2 plug available at 260 Oteha Valley Road, Albany. Plan a power shopping trip to give your EV plenty of time to recharge. 

Woolworths Greville Road

You’ll find over 6 untethered Type 2 plugs in the Woolworths parking lot at Greville Road, so be sure to bring your cable. At a 5kW maximum charge rate, you should also be prepared for a longer-than-average waiting time. 

MLC Greenwich Gardens

The Greenwich Gardens retirement community parking lot is only open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm. You’ll find two stations with Type 2 charging using a Zero plug. Please be mindful of residents when charging in the area. 

JOLT, Croftfield Lane

Resene Carpark has 2 JOLT charging stations to refill your EV while you go shopping, including fast DC charging. The station offers a non-networked CHAdeMO plug for DC charging and a non-networked CCS2 Type 2 plug.

Please be advised that with JOLT charging stations, you may need to install the mobile app to start charging your vehicle. 

Wairau Junction

Top yourself off with up to 7kWh of free daily charging at the Wairau Junction shopping centre. As a JOLT charging station, you may need to have downloaded the mobile app to use this station. There are two types of plug points available for charging, a CHAdeMo for DC charging and a Type 2 CCS2 plug. 

Golf Warehouse, Takapuna

Golf Warehouse has two free non-networked type 2 chargers for its customers. With a Type 2 charger, you’ll have plenty of time to browse for clubs and golf wear or tee off at the driving range! 

Mitre 10 MEGA, Henderson

The Mitre 10 MEGA offers quality shops and a 7kWh free daily charge JOLT station with two charging types. Make sure you’ve downloaded the app for JOLT stations. You’ll find free parking with a CHAdeMo DC plug point and a CCS2 AC plug point. 

JOLT, Ajisen Lincoln Road

Need a breather while you recharge? Right outside Ajisen Ramen on Lincoln Road, there’s a fully equipped JOLT station with CHAdeMO DC chargers and a CCS2 Type 2 plug point. Stop by for a quick meal before you head out on the road! You’ll find other great food options nearby as well. 

LynnMall

You’ll find several charging stations in the LynnMall, one JOLT charger outside the KFC, two JOLT stations near the Krispy Kreme, four chargers on the roof parking and 6 stations on the ground floor. The Krispy Kreme station has two DC CHAdeMO plug points, while the station close to the KFC has a CHAdeMO plug and a CCS2 Type 2 plug. Be sure to have downloaded the app for JOLT stations. 

Inside the parking lot, LynnMall offers plenty of free Type 2 non-networked charging stations for mall customers on the rooftop and the ground floor*. Take a moment to explore over 100 stores in New Zealand’s very first shopping mall while your vehicle tops up. 

*Stations on both floors may be under repair. 

Mitre 10 MEGA, New Lynn

New Lynn’s Mitre 10 MEGA store features one free charging station for paying customers. With the JOLT app, you can use a 25kWh CCS2 and CHAdeMO plug point for up to 7kWh of free daily charging. 

JOLT, Ponsonby

The Ponsonby JOLT charging station is located near the local Mitre 10 and Woolworths. You can use the CCS2 and CHAdeMO DC charging plugs while you get your food and homeware shopping done. 

Woolworths Metro Herne Bay

Customers visiting the Metro Bay Woolworths can use two Evenex Type 2 chargers while they do their groceries. Remember to bring your cable! 

Newmarket

Doing a little exploration in Newmarket? Top up your vehicle while you’re visiting the shops and museums of one of Auckland’s most lively neighbourhoods. 

You’ll find one charging station available at Watercare Services LTD. Parking fees apply, and charging is free only for paying customers. There is one BYOC Type 2 plug available with 7kWh max charging.

Port of Auckland

You’ll find plenty of free chargers across the Port of Auckland, so you can hop on a ferry and explore, knowing you’re coming back to a full battery. 

The Auckland Transport Downtown Carpark has over 9 chargers available for paying customers. With 2 wall-mounted, non-networked charging ports, it is recommended that you bring your own cable. You can find 3 more Type 2 ChargeNet plugs for paying customers at the Victoria St Car Park for a 7.36 kWh charge rate. 

For those who need a faster charge, there are 3 JOLT EV charging stations in the Quay Street parking area, near the Pizza Hut. Like most JOLT stations, it features CHAdeMo DC and CCS2 AC charging plugs with a free daily charge of 7 kWh. 

Kings Plant Barn, Mt Wellington

Buy something green while you drive green! Kings Plant Barn has free parking and features a single free station with two BYOC-Type 2 non-networked plugs for AC charging. You can also find 2 chargers next door at the Stoneridge on the Lunn JOLT station. 

JOLT, Otahuhu

Enjoy free parking and up to 7kWh of free charging at JOLT Otahuhu. You’ll find a single charger beside the cash converters. As per usual for a JOLT station, you may need the app to use it, and the station features a CHAdeMO DC plug and a CCS2 AC plug. 

Appliance Outlet, Botany

Appliance Outlet has two different JOLT stations available for paying customers to refuel up to 7kWh while they’re browsing. Both feature the typical CHAdeMO and CCS2 plugs with app usage. 

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How to locate free charging stations across Auckland

Using Google Maps’ EV Charging Stations feature is a fantastic way to find power points along your route, especially if you are preparing for a road trip. However, it can be hard to find free charging stations as the payment filter interferes with seeing free stations as often. 

We’ve found that Plugshare is the most effective and user-friendly map for finding free charging stations in Auckland. The wide variety of filters lets you see where free stations are and where usage may be restricted. You can also find station reviews, check-ins and tips for EV drivers. However, it is not available in app format, so you would need to enter the station’s coordinates on your map to plan your route.

Do supermarkets offer free EV charging in Auckland?

Woolworths supermarkets offer customers free EV charging at numerous stores across Auckland. Woolworths Metro Herne Bay and Woolworths Greville Road offer free 5kW Type 2 AC charging, but you will need to bring your own cable. 

Other franchises and malls, like NorthWest Shopping Centre, offer free charging stations while you’re visiting their stores. 

Do Auckland hotels offer free EV charging?

Over 5 Auckland Hotels offer free EV charging for their guests, but many of these use slow AC chargers and BYO cables. However, this lets you charge your vehicle overnight for free while you stay at the hotel, giving you a full battery while you explore Auckland. Some hotels that offer free charging include:

1. M Social Hotel Auckland: 2 BYOC Type 2 chargers for guests only. 
2. Crowne Plaza Auckland: 6 BYOC Type 2 chargers for guests and paid parking.
3. Cordis Auckland: 2 Type 2 Tesla chargers for guests only. 
4. Novotel Auckland: 2 J-1772 Type 2 chargers for guests only. 

Which charging network offers the cheapest EV charging in Auckland?

If you can find any free charging stations available while you’re running on sparks, don’t worry. Many networks offer affordable pricing to jumpstart your road trip:

Zolt: FREE 7 kWh AC charging every day! Fast DC charging starts from $0.47 per kWh.

ChargeNet: Slow AC from $0.40 per kWh. Fast DC charging from $0.80 per kWh.

Zero: Slow AC charging from $0.50 per kWh. Fast DC charging from $0.80 per kWh.

Tesla Supercharger: Fast DC charging from $0.80 per kWh.

With Google Maps, you can filter EV charging stations on your route and learn how much it costs to charge an EV.

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Charge up for an EV road trip

With a wide range of free EV charging options available to you, you can spoil yourself with a quality electric vehicle car hire in Auckland. Hit the road with shockingly good extras like unlimited km, free basic car rental insurance with each vehicle and 24-hour Tesla Roadside assistance. Power up your New Zealand road trip with an amazing, fuel-efficient, zero-carbon emissions Tesla car rental. 

Want to get the most out of your time on the North Island? Try a cruising Auckland to Christchurch Road trip and try out the free charging stations in Christchurch. With our one-way rentals program and trip planner, it’s never been easier to get GOing on a green adventure. You’ll never know watt you’ll get up to!

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