Florida is constructing a highway that could potentially charge your electric vehicle while you’re on the move.

      A $540 million expressway in Florida is transforming the concept of wireless dynamic charging for electric vehicles from science fiction into reality.

      The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) has announced that it is developing a 4.4-mile stretch of highway that will connect Lake and Orange counties, featuring a section capable of wirelessly charging electric vehicles, not only when stationary over a charging pad, but also while in motion (via ENRX).

      Supported by over $540 million, the project aims not only to link rapidly growing areas but also to serve as a testing ground for dynamic wireless EV charging. This 4.4-mile route will have a 0.75-mile segment embedded with inductive coils under the concrete surface.

      Why commercial fleets will benefit the most

      The charging coils will produce a strong magnetic field, providing up to 200 kW of wireless charging power, similar to modern DC fast chargers. However, not all electric vehicles will take advantage of this advanced infrastructure.

      In fact, the majority of EVs available in the U.S. do not have the necessary hardware to charge while driving through the designated electrified section at high speeds. This limitation is a key reason why the project is primarily viewed as a platform for experimentation and testing the future of wireless EV charging technology.

      Moreover, the main focus of the electrified highway isn't private passenger electric vehicles. Instead, it aims to serve commercial fleets, including long-haul trucks, delivery vans, and service vehicles, which could gain substantial benefits from reduced downtime.

      While this development may not be immediately significant to everyone, it indicates that state authorities are working to make wireless EV charging more widely available—a technology that could undoubtedly increase EV adoption rates, not only in the United States but worldwide.

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      Construction on State Road 516 is already in progress, with work on the electric segment slated to begin in June 2026, and overall project completion expected by 2029. The pilot project will prioritize demonstrating the concept in real-world conditions and enhancing compatibility across different vehicle types.

      If successful, future highways may feature wider stretches of electrified roads, leading to lighter EV batteries.

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