WIRELESS EV Charging Revolution HITS Norway's Roads!

Norway is taking the lead in the global shift towards clean transportation, and it's doing it in style! The wireless EV charging revolution is hitting the country's roads, and it's a game-changer for sustainable transport. Imagine a future where you can charge your electric vehicle without cables, effortlessly and efficiently. This innovative technology is paving the way for a greener energy future, and we're excited to take a closer look. From the infrastructure to the electric cars themselves, we're diving into the world of wireless EV charging and exploring how it's set to transform the way we travel. Join us as we explore the cutting-edge of electric vehicle technology and discover the benefits of a cleaner, more convenient way to power your daily commute.

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[bordersw]

I’d just be happy if they fixed the pot holes.

[solentbum]

Last year we drove along a section of Autobahn which had a long test rig for overhead pantograph charging for HGVs. The work on the solutions is being done.
There was a program testing buses, on a fixed route, where some of the stops had a charge pad for the bus to use when at the turnaround point on its route. It entailed the bus lowering a 'pickup' onto a section of the bus stop area. Now sure how well the test went, it was on the news some years ago. Meanwhile the Electic Bus fleet operating out of Fareham seems to be clocking up the miles very rapidly using overnight charging.

[Harrythehun]

Those trials have been done already and showed a miserable economy for the operators and users of wireless charging in the roads.

[PeteMulv]

This tech is around 70 years old. I remember Electric buses in Reading in the late 50's that connected to overhead power lines, like trains, and ran around with out any issues, that I remember but I was only 5. I have no idea why it was removed.

[alunjones]

We do have battery powered locomotives on the railway we have been using them since I joined the job in 1974 and long before. You can not take a gas powered loco into the London Underground tunnels it would kill every one. Obviously current is switched off whilst workers are on the track So we use battery powered locos at night for doing track replacement ballasting and other jobs. They charge up whilst on traction current then work up & down the line under battery power until the job is done & traction current is restored.

[xperyskop]

It's called troleybus and was in use in Eastern Europe 100 years ago 😂😂😂😂

[grahamreader]

There are companies in Germany who are using Electric trucks & one of the drivers has a YT channel. He is not on set routes but is given his jobs daily. One of his videos shows a company, in Germany, that have been trialling 6km lengths of overhead charging. These trucks though are on a set route. The YouTuber also gives you all his daily stats, shares his problems on how he charges at car chargers. YT channel not mentioned for obvious reasons Dave.

[alanrobinson]

There have been electric buses running in Sheffield for many years, they don't even need batteries...trams

[paulhetherington]

Nice to see you’ve adjusted the camera so the top of your head is back in shot 🙃

[AlanMacdonald-onnd]

Hi Dave just a message to let you know I'm at Abington service station on M74 and all Tesla chargers are covered up out of use look to be replaced by Applegreen 175kw chargers and a couple of low powered Gridserve ones

[ziggarillo]

I don't use wireless charging for my phone. I have a couple of wireless chargers, but I find plugging in faster and just as convenient.

[Harrythehun]

Try First Principle Thinking Dave. What are we trying to solve? Is it cheaper and more convenient? Is it easier to maintain and build?

[brianwright]

Dave the Hgv will need a battery in case of diversions due to accidents or other reasons.

[ronaldgarrison]

I really don't see how it would be practical to have continuous charging while driving, except maybe in some special cases. That sounds extraordinary expensive. But I certainly think charging will move toward a quick-connect-disconnect arrangement, with embedded fixtures, wireless or otherwise, and an end to the large, expensive tombstones with their screens and cables, which will end up being superfluous. We will end up with many times more charging stations, and you may often not even realize you're charging, as it will be so automated. I struggle to see why something like this would not happen, it seems so compelling.

[CarolSteele]

One positive if installed on motorways: it would greatly eliminate those who clog up the outside lane (if you installed the charging infrastructure on the innermost 2 lanes 🤪).

[sterobloc]

I've always said this . . . EV's should be based on Scalextric 😂

[AndrewFlower-cl]

Love this kinda content we should all be exited at the possibilities that will be available to us. Keep up the great content Dave. Thanks

[colinrobinson]

M25 middle lane say lane 3 of 4 lanes is EV contactless charginging only, that is a big ask.
In countries with quieter and longer sections of main roads maybe 🤔

[andrewsarchus]

Is it just me or does Dave look like Eric Clapton?

[GruffSillyGoat]

Wireless charging was assessed for the longer route London buses, they decided it would be more cost effective to use a overhead pantograph system at stops instead. The system can charge faster and has lower infrastructure and operational costs, with the buses getting a recharge a couple of time along the route when needed.

I wonder if the business case for cars similar favours Plug & Charge over wireless charging, for charging speed, operational and maintenance costs, and road maintenance impact reasons.