Electric vehicles are on the rise, capturing a growing market share. A lack of charging infrastructure is a common hurdle but electric road projects, like Detroit's upcoming initiative led by Electreon, offer wireless charging while driving, promising versatile solutions for various vehicles. Will this innovation prove to be necessary as EVs gain popularity especially in rural charging deserts and in high-traffic areas?

Chapters:
00:00 — Introduction
01:54 — How it works
04:43 — Projects around the world
08:11 — Public transit
09:30 — Mass adoption

Produced and edited by: Liam Mays
Animation: Jason Reginato
Supervising Producer: Jeniece Pettitt

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Will Electric Roads That Charge EVs Become Mainstream?