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Honda plans highway test of wireless charging for moving trucks

IN · 2026-10-05

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Key takeaway

Honda plans a highway trial of in-motion wireless EV charging with Taisei and Taisei Rotec from FY2027 or later.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerHonda develops in-motion wireless charging for EVs, including large trucks, creating a new product capability.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onHonda plans a highway trial with Taisei and Taisei Rotec from FY2027 or later, validating the technology's integration with road infrastructure.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onSuccessful validation could reduce battery size and charging downtime for electric trucks, lowering total cost of ownership.
  4. Step 4 · Knock-onLower TCO accelerates electric truck adoption in commercial logistics, reducing diesel demand and freight costs over the long term.
  5. Step 5 · Reaches youIndian SMEs in logistics and EV supply chains may see gradual shifts in input costs and demand, but only after technology proves viable and scales.

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Source: The Hindu BusinessLine

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