IVECO is putting its all-electric eDaily at the center of a groundbreaking wireless charging project in Italy. Deployed along the A35 Brebemi motorway, the eDaily becomes one of the first road-ready vehicles capable of both dynamic wireless power transfer (DWPT) and static inductive charging.
This milestone highlights the rapid evolution of wireless charging technology, moving from experimental trials toward real-world deployment—and potentially reshaping how electric vehicles are powered in the near future.
A Real-World Testbed for Wireless Charging
The initiative is led by A35 Brebemi, a key player in sustainable infrastructure connecting Brescia and Milan. The motorway operator has added a specially equipped eDaily to its Argentea fleet, reinforcing its commitment to zero-emission operations.
Unlike standard production models, this eDaily 42C Crew Van has been fitted with a custom inductive charging system designed to work seamlessly with Brebemi’s dedicated infrastructure. Delivered through a 36-month leasing program, the vehicle will support operational duties while simultaneously acting as a rolling test platform.
From Pilot Projects to Real Infrastructure
This deployment builds on years of innovation at Brebemi’s Arena del Futuro, an open-air testing circuit that has become a global reference point for wireless charging research. Developed in collaboration with Aleatica, the project has drawn attention from automakers, suppliers, and public institutions worldwide.
Momentum behind DWPT is accelerating globally. France recently launched the first highway section with dynamic wireless charging, while The United States is conducting advanced inductive charging trials, including in Florida.
These developments suggest wireless charging is transitioning from concept to viable infrastructure solution, especially for commercial fleets and high-utilization vehicles.
Why Wireless Charging Matters
Wireless charging—particularly dynamic systems embedded in roads—could address some of the biggest barriers to EV adoption:
– Reduced downtime: Vehicles can charge while driving
– Smaller batteries: Continuous charging lowers the need for large battery packs
– Improved efficiency: Ideal for logistics, public transport, and fleet operations
For light commercial vehicles like the eDaily, this could significantly enhance operational flexibility and lower total cost of ownership.
IVECO’s Strategic Move
IVECO’s decision to test a production-ready vehicle with integrated wireless charging sends a clear signal: the technology is no longer theoretical.
According to company representatives, nearly a year of testing on Brebemi’s equipped ring has already delivered promising results in both static and dynamic charging modes. The next step is even more ambitious—expanding static wireless charging to public locations.
This collaboration between infrastructure operators and vehicle manufacturers underscores a critical trend: electrification success depends on ecosystem-wide innovation, not just better vehicles.
The Road Ahead
As electrification accelerates, projects like the A35 Brebemi wireless charging corridor offer a glimpse into a future where charging becomes seamless and invisible. If scalable, DWPT could transform highways into energy networks—powering vehicles in motion and redefining mobility.
For now, the eDaily stands as a proof point that the future of EV charging may not require plugs at all.
[source: Electrive, Iveco]
