This Roadway Makes It Easier to Charge an Electric Vehicle on the Go
Katherine Pendrill — August 19, 2015 — Autos
References: highways.gov.uk & fastcoexist
The UK is currently testing a new highway that allow drivers to charge an electric vehicle on the go. While electric cars have become more common in recent years, many cities still lack adequate infrastructure to support these kinds of vehicles. The UK is trying to solve this problem with a revolutionary new roadway.
The new highway is being produced by 'Highways England' and it is currently in the early stages of testing. The road itself functions as an electric highway that can wirelessly charge vehicles as they pass. The system relies on a series of electric cables installed underneath the roads. These cables generate electromagnetic fields that help to charge an electric vehicle passing overhead. The technology would make it easier for more drivers to make the switch to electric vehicles.
If the tests go as planned, we could see the installation of electric highways in the very near future.
The new highway is being produced by 'Highways England' and it is currently in the early stages of testing. The road itself functions as an electric highway that can wirelessly charge vehicles as they pass. The system relies on a series of electric cables installed underneath the roads. These cables generate electromagnetic fields that help to charge an electric vehicle passing overhead. The technology would make it easier for more drivers to make the switch to electric vehicles.
If the tests go as planned, we could see the installation of electric highways in the very near future.
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Charging - The development of electric highways that wirelessly charge vehicles on the go presents opportunities for wireless charging technology to be implemented in various industries.
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3. Increased Adoption of Electric Vehicles - Electric highways that make it easier to charge vehicles on the go can accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and create opportunities within the automotive industry.
Industry Implications
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