USA's 1st Public EV-Charging Road — Where To Next? - CleanTechnica

The article discusses the United States' first public electric vehicle (EV) wireless charging road, a one-mile stretch in Detroit, Michigan, developed by the Michigan Department of Transportation in partnership with Electreon. This road uses inductive charging technology embedded beneath the pavement to wirelessly charge EVs equipped with compatible receiver plates as they drive. Although the charging capacity is relatively modest at 15–16 kW, widespread implementation across urban areas could significantly reduce or even eliminate the need for traditional charging stops for many drivers. The project, operational since 2023, was part of a broader initiative involving Michigan state agencies and private partners like Ford, aiming to showcase the viability of dynamic wireless charging for various vehicle types including buses and delivery trucks. Despite the promising technology and pilot success, the article notes that as of 2026, no additional public wireless charging roads have been launched in the U.S., raising questions about the technology’s commercial viability and scalability. Electreon has pursued further trials and partnerships internationally, including