InductEV’s charging system operates via inductive charging pads, which are integrated into the ground and instantly activate when aligned with an under-the-vehicle pad, delivering up to 450 kW of wireless power. “This intelligent approach to electrification reduces infrastructure footprint, maximizes fleet uptime, and enhances overall transit system reliability,” InductEV wrote in its press release.
“ENC is poised to become a major force in North American transit by embracing proven technology and delivering next-generation zero-emission buses with the advantages of wireless inductive charging,” noted John F. Rizzo, President and CEO at InductEV. “ENC’s track record, combined with InductEV’s wireless charging technology, reinforces its leadership position in sustainable public transportation.”
“We’ve been following InductEV’s municipal transit deployments across the U.S. and look forward to adding its high-power wireless charging solution to meet the varied needs of our customers,” added Dan Trujillo, ENC’s Vice President of Sales. “InductEV’s system creates stability, flexibility, and ease of use. Their proven deployments in transit fleets, with over 3 million miles driven and over 3 GWh of power delivered wirelessly, make them a reliable provider for our new product line.”
The new charging technology is even already in use: municipal transit agencies across the U.S., including multiple fleets in Washington State, California, Oregon, Indianapolis, and Martha’s Vineyard, are now successfully using this wireless charging solution on their routes and in hybrid on-route and depot deployments.
ENC first showed up on our radar in 2022, when the Californian bus manufacturer announced a supply deal for batteries with Proterra. InductEV was involved in a bus order from Seattle last year together with local public transport operator Sound Transit and bus manufacturer ADL.
