Wireless Charging Electric Iveco Van Unveiled

Iveco has revealed the world’s first road‑ready electric van that can charge wirelessly, both when parked and while driving.

The new version of the Iveco eDaily has been fitted with technology that allows it to receive power from charging coils installed beneath the road surface, removing the need to plug in with a cable.

The van has been developed for use on the A35 Brebemi motorway in northern Italy, where charging infrastructure has been built directly into the road.

As the vehicle passes over sections of the equipped surface, energy is transferred wirelessly into the van’s battery. The same system also works when the vehicle is stationary, allowing it to charge while parked over a ground‑based charging pad. For fleet operators, charging downtime is one of the biggest challenges when switching to electric vans.

Vehicles that spend time plugged in are not earning, and scheduling charging around routes can be complex. Wireless charging offers a potential way to reduce downtime by topping up batteries during normal operations, such as driving on key routes or stopping briefly at depots.

Iveco says testing on the Brebemi route has shown positive results, demonstrating that wireless charging can support day‑to‑day operational needs without affecting safety or performance.

The company’s longer‑term ambition is to expand static wireless charging to compatible public locations, which could allow fleets to charge without cables in places such as depots, distribution hubs or rest areas.

At present, the system is linked to a specific motorway rather than being widely available. That means wireless charging isn’t yet a replacement for conventional plug‑in charging, but a possible addition for high‑use routes.

Similar trials are already taking place in other countries. In the UK, wireless charging has previously been tested on a smaller scale, including a taxi trial in Nottingham where vehicles charged from pads embedded in the road surface.

From a fleet insurance perspective, wireless charging could help reduce some of the operational risks associated with electric vehicles. More frequent charging opportunities may lower the risk of vehicles running out of charge mid‑route, which can lead to breakdowns, recovery costs and delivery delays.

The unveiling of a wireless‑charging Iveco eDaily shows how quickly electric van technology is evolving. While widespread rollout may still be some way off, the project highlights a future where charging becomes part of the road itself, rather than a separate task for drivers and fleet managers.

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