ivygo, Australia’s leading community-powered EV charging network, has partnered with the Australian Restaurant & Cafe Association (ARCA) to help hospitality venues tap into a fast-growing opportunity: earning extra income and attracting more customers by offering EV charging.
This partnership brings together a shared commitment to supporting restaurants and cafés with practical, future-ready solutions — helping businesses stand out, increase foot traffic, and make the most of underused car spaces.
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption rises across Australia, EV drivers are actively seeking venues where they can dine, recharge and socialise. Restaurants and cafés are perfectly placed to meet this demand — and benefit from it.
“At ARCA, our mission is to empower restaurants and cafés across Australia with real, tangible solutions — and our partnership with ivygo does exactly that. By helping venues monetise their EV chargers and attract new customers, ivygo is delivering meaningful support to our members in the face of rising costs and operational pressures. This is a practical, future-ready initiative that shows what hospitality leadership looks like in the climate era.”
How the ivygo & ARCA Partnership Works
Whether you already have an EV charger or are considering installing one, ivygo makes it easy to turn it into a new revenue stream:
- Already have a charger? Listing it on ivygo is free and takes just minutes. There is no subscription fee or onboarding fee. Ivygo just takes a small percentage in service fee when your charger is shared.
- Need help getting started? ivygo can connect you with trusted installers and hardware providers who can recommend the best setup for your venue. We also offer preferential pricing and special offer through our partnerships
Once listed, ivygo handles everything — including bookings, secure payments, and guest support — so you and your team can focus on running your business.
“We are proud to partner with ARCA to support hospitality venues in unlocking new revenue and growing their customer base through community-powered EV charging. Together, we are making it easier for restaurants and cafés to stand out, embrace sustainability, and offer real value to EV drivers — all with minimal effort and no upfront costs. This partnership is about driving change from the ground up and creating win-wins for local businesses and their communities.”
Key Advantages for ARCA Members
By joining the ivygo network, ARCA members unlock a range of benefits:
- Earn Passive Income – Set your own pricing and availability, and get paid every time an EV driver charges at your venue.
- Attract More Customers – EV drivers spend more time at venues where they charge — leading to higher spend on food, drinks, and experiences.
- Increase Visibility – ivygo puts your venue on the map for EV drivers planning their routes, making you a destination of choice.
- Demonstrate Sustainability – Appeal to customers who value climate-conscious choices by showcasing your commitment to a cleaner future.
- Low-Effort Management – ivygo handles all the logistics — from bookings and payments via Stripe to customer support — with no extra admin for your staff.
Ready to Get Started?
With 30 June fast approaching, now is the ideal time to take action and start the new financial year with a new stream of revenue and customer growth.
Learn more and register your interest:
👉 ivygo.com.au/partnerships/arca
ARCA member?
Join ARCA’s EOFY webinar on 24 June, where ivygo will be speaking about this new opportunity and the exclusive offer for members.
👉 https://arca.org.au/etn/arca-june-member-stakeholder-webinar/ to secure your place
