Wireless charging: Electreon and Xos Trucks test the innovative solution in Detroit
In partnership with Xos, Electreon’s wireless charging technology will be integrated into an Xos Stepvan, demonstrating wireless charging technological value and its potential to lower the total cost of ownership (TCO) in the electrification of commercial truck fleets. The project is supported by $200,000 in funding from the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform.
The State of Michigan announced a new partnership with Electreon, a company specializing in wireless EV charging, and commercial electric vehicle manufacturer Xos. The collaboration has the target to operate wireless charging solutions for electrified commercial delivery vehicles in Michigan.
In partnership with Xos, Electreon’s wireless charging technology will be integrated into an Xos Stepvan, demonstrating wireless charging technological value and its potential to lower the total cost of ownership (TCO) in the electrification of commercial truck fleets. The project also includes new installations of stationary wireless charging at a UPS facility in Detroit, facilitating cable-free stationary overnight charging suited to the dense operational area of the depot.
Electreon’s wireless charging solution in Michigan
The project also includes new installations of stationary wireless charging at a UPS facility in Detroit, facilitating cable-free stationary overnight charging suited to the dense operational area of the depot.
Also, this solution can also offer extended vehicle range capabilities without the need for expensive electric grid upgrades or purchasing larger vehicle batteries, thereby mitigating major hurdles in the transition to electric fleets. The project is supported by $200,000 in funding from the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform (MMFP), which supports the real-world testing and deployment of mobility projects across the state.
In addition, Electreon received funding from the Michigan Central Scale Fund, which was launched in 2023 to help technology-based startups scale their presence in Michigan.
Statements from the partners
“This new partnership with Electreon and Xos builds on the success of the nation’s first public EV-charging roadway,” said Justine Johnson, Chief Mobility Officer for the State of Michigan. “By expanding the applications and capabilities of this innovative technology to UPS’ Detroit facility, Michigan continues to be a leader in the electrification of mobility.”
“We’re excited to demonstrate how Electreon’s technology can optimize electric fleet usage and showcase the seamless integration of wireless charging into daily fleet operations, minimizing downtime and enabling charging across time and location,” added Stefan Tongur, Vice President of Business Development for Electreon. “We’re proud to do this work in Michigan, a state fostering innovation and sustainable transportation solutions.”
“We are proud to partner with Electreon and support UPS to demonstrate the potential of wireless charging in commercial fleets. This innovative approach will revolutionize how we power our electric vehicles and drive fleet electrification forward,” said Dakota Semler, CEO & Co-Founder of Xos, Inc.
