"WiTricity's wireless charging technology introduced for electric golf carts at CES"
South Korean automaker and American car manufacturer Ford will be showcasing their latest vehicles at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023, including a South Korean automaker's vehicle equipped with WiTricity's wireless charging technology.
WiTricity, a leading company in wireless charging solutions, will exhibit its technology at Booth #6801 in the West Hall of the event. The company will demonstrate its wireless charging system for passenger vehicles, as well as for electric golf cars and neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs).
The South Korean automaker's vehicle will join the growing list of passenger vehicles around the world that have implemented WiTricity's HaloTM wireless EV charging system. Hyundai has also announced a collaboration with WiTricity for the use of its technology in their new electric vehicle.
Alex Gruzen, WiTricity's CEO, expressed his excitement about working with new OEMs to provide wireless charging for more drivers worldwide. He stated, "Consumers have expressed a strong desire for wireless charging for electric vehicles (EVs) of all sizes, and we are thrilled to be at the forefront of this movement."
The WiTricity HaloTM wireless EV charging system includes a wireless charger, receiver, and cloud-connected software. For the golf car wireless charging solution, the system consists of the WiTricity HaloTM Receiver, which can be mounted in the vehicle either at the factory or as a dealer-installed option, and the WiTricity HaloTM Power Hub, which plugs into an ordinary household outlet.
WiTricity will unveil its wireless charging solution for golf cars at CES 2023, with commercial availability starting in the summer of 2024. Key launch partners for the golf car wireless charging solution will be announced at the event.
In addition, a South Korean automaker will integrate WiTricity's wireless charging technology into an upcoming vehicle. Both vehicles - the South Korean automaker's vehicle and the upgraded Ford Mach-E - will be capable of wireless charging using the WiTricity HaloTM Charger.
WiTricity's global demand for wireless charging solutions for EVs continues to grow, and the company previously launched its FastTrack Integration Program for automotive OEMs, allowing for an initial vehicle integration in just three months.
The wireless charging of the South Korean automaker's vehicle at CES 2023 will demonstrate the efficiency and speed comparable to plug-in charging, without the hassles associated with plugging in. This development is a significant step towards making wireless charging a reality for electric vehicles of all sizes.
