Follow Sweden, This US Highway Will Be Transformed Can Charge Electric Vehicles

Jalan Raya Detroit. (Doc. Arenaev)

JAKARTA - The electric vehicle industry is growing in various latest innovations. One of them is the presence of roads that can charge electric vehicles automatically.

In addition to Sweden, as previously reported by VOI, which wants to turn the 3,000 km long highway into the world's first electric road system (ERS) by 2025, the latest news is quoted from the AreeEV website, Tuesday, December 5, similar steps will be taken in the United States from the results of partnerships between the City of Detroit, the Department of Transportation. Michigan (MOT), and the Israeli company Electreon, which is developing a wireless network.

Stefan Tongur, Vice President of Electreon's Business Development, expressed his joy at this pioneering effort, he is also very excited to spearhead development.

"We are excited to spearhead the development and implementation of America's first wireless charging line," he said.

He further said the project lies in efforts to overcome the challenges of limited reach, bringing everyone closer to the future where electric vehicles become a norm.

Crossing a quarter-mile in the historic Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, this electrified highway offers a smooth and safe charging experience. Concerns about interference with other vehicles, pedestrians, or wildlife can be overcome with Electreon technology, which is only active when cars with recipients pass through charging coils, ensuring energy is only transferred to vehicles that need it.

The partnership between Michigan and Electreon began in September 2021 when Governormen Whitmer envisioned the country's first wireless charging infrastructure. Under five-year plans, Electreon and MDOT are now working on creating an extensive power road system.

Testing of this wireless charging technology is scheduled to begin in 2024, featuring the electric commercial van Ford E-Transit. This trial will assess the efficiency, operational feasibility, and long-term prospects of public transport.

So how does it work? When the vehicle passes through the road, the electric power will retransfer the vehicle battery, and the power is active when the car passes through the road. thus ensuring the safety of all road users.

The wireless electric highway in Detroit promises more convenient charging, and can result in a good range improvement for many electric vehicle drivers.