Tesla has been teasing a new wireless home charging station as part of its charging presentation during its Investor Day. The slide showed a pad on the ground underneath the car, which points to a wireless inductive charging system. Several companies have been working on wireless charging for electric vehicles in recent years, but the technology has never taken off due to its inefficiency and higher cost.
Tesla has previously talked about automating the task of plugging in cars in order to be ready for self-driving technology. However, Tesla appeared to favor an automated robot arm instead of wireless charging to complete this task.
The company wants to operate its own retro diner at a Supercharger station with movies being projected on giant screens outside. This could mean that the wireless charging station is also in the works at Tesla.
Tesla’s Investor Day included presentations from all of its major divisions, including a presentation about charging by Rebecca Tinucci, head of global charging infrastructure. The bulk of the presentation focused on Tesla’s extensive and already well-documented effort to deploy both DC and AC charging globally. Tesla shared some interesting data points, such as the fact that its Supercharger cost of deployment was much cheaper than the competition.
It remains to be seen if Tesla’s wireless home charging station will be successful, but it is certainly an exciting development in the world of electric vehicles.
FAQ
Q1. When will electric cars be available in the UK?
A1. Electric cars are already available in the UK and can be purchased from a variety of dealerships.
Q2. Where can I find electric car charging stations near me?
A2. You can find electric car charging stations near you by using online maps or apps such as PlugShare or ChargePoint.
Q3. Which electric car is the best?
A3. The best electric car depends on your individual needs and preferences. Some popular models include the Tesla Model 3, Nissan Leaf, and Chevrolet Bolt EV.
