Last verified: 5 October 2026 · Membership terms verified against network apps monthly.
| Program | Cost | Benefit | Breakeven | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla membership (non-Tesla EVs) | $9.99/month | Cuts Supercharger rates ~20–25% at open-access sites | ~450km/month of DC charging | Regional drivers near a Supercharger; road-trippers |
| Ampol AmpCharge subscription | $2.99/month | ~10% off DC charging | ~350km/month of DC charging | East-coast drivers using Ampol corridors |
| Motoring club × Chargefox | Free with existing NRMA/RACV/RACQ membership | ~10–20% off Chargefox DC rates | Instant — you likely already have it | Everyone with a club membership |
| Jolt free daily charging | Free | 7kWh free every day (~45km of range) | Instant | Daily commuters near a kerbside Jolt |
| Evie tap-and-go | Free | No app, no membership — card at the charger | Convenience, not savings | Occasional DC users who hate apps |
The strategy that stacks
The winning combination for most drivers: home off-peak charging as your base, Jolt's free 7kWh when you're near one, a linked motoring-club account for Chargefox discounts, and Tesla membership only in months with a big road trip planned. Turn memberships on and off like taps — none have lock-ins worth respecting.
High-kilometre drivers (rideshare, regional reps): your maths is different — see the rideshare charging strategy, where membership breakevens arrive much sooner.
Frequently asked questions
If you Supercharge more than about 450km a month, yes — the member discount (~20–25% off) saves more than the fee from that point. Below that, pay casual rates. Cancel any month you're not travelling.
Yes — NRMA, RACV, RACQ and other club members get roughly 10–20% off Chargefox DC rates. It stacks with nothing but costs nothing: link your club account in the Chargefox app once.
Yes — 7kWh per day, every day, at no cost (about 45km of range). The catch: 25kW speeds mean a 20–25 minute stay for the full free allocation, and locations are kerbside metro, not highway.
For highway corridors, Tesla's membership (if you'll use Superchargers) plus a free club-Chargefox link covers the most ground. Ampol's $2.99 subscription only pays if your routes pass its sites regularly.