In a world-first innovation, France has officially activated a 1.5-kilometer wireless charging road near Paris, capable of charging electric cars, buses, and trucks while they drive — marking a major leap forward for the future of sustainable mobility.
Developed by Electreon, the same company behind pioneering electric road systems in Norway and Sweden, this new installation allows vehicles to receive continuous power of over 200 kW, with peaks reaching 300 kW — equivalent to some of the world’s fastest Tesla Superchargers.
The road is embedded with copper coils beneath the asphalt, which create a magnetic field that wirelessly transfers energy to vehicles equipped with special receiver units. Unlike conventional charging stations, this system functions seamlessly in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, and ice, ensuring reliable energy transfer year-round.
This breakthrough is designed to eliminate range anxiety, one of the biggest barriers to electric vehicle adoption. By enabling charging-on-the-move, vehicles can operate with smaller, lighter batteries, improving efficiency and reducing manufacturing costs.
France’s initiative is part of an ambitious plan to roll out up to 9,000 kilometers of wireless charging highways by 2035, transforming how public transport, freight, and personal mobility operate. Experts say this technology could revolutionize long-distance EV travel, cutting infrastructure strain and accelerating the transition to cleaner energy.
Earlier prototypes in Trondheim, Norway, and Gotland Island, Sweden, demonstrated the feasibility of the technology in controlled settings, but France’s installation is the first full-scale public highway to support multiple types of vehicles simultaneously.
As the system becomes fully operational in late 2025, France is positioning itself as a global leader in next-generation transportation, paving the way — quite literally — for a future where roads power the journey ahead.
