Recharge as You Drive? The Future of EVs Could Be Wireless.
Imagine driving down a road that recharges your electric car as it moves. Companies around the world are experimenting with new technology that can wirelessly charge EVs while they drive, thanks to copper coils buried beneath the asphalt. It could mean less time spent plugging in at slow chargers, no need for heavy, expensive lithium-ion batteries and wave goodbye to range anxiety. WSJ’s Danny Lewis reports on what it would take for this tech to hit the road, and how it could change the way we refuel our vehicles. What do you think about the show? Let us know on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or email us: FOEPodcast@wsj.com Further reading: These Companies Want to Charge Your Electric Vehicle as You Drive No More Charging Stops? We Take a Road Trip in an Ultralong-Range EV The Big Year for EVs Gets Off to a Bumpy Start Electric Cars and Driving Range: Here’s What to Know About EV Range Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices