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WiTricity & Nissan Collaborating On Wireless EV Charging Push
February 13th, 2017 by James Ayre

The wireless power transfer systems firm WiTricity will be collaborating with Nissan to “catalyze” the use of wireless electric vehicle charging systems and the growth of the market, according to a new press release from the company.


More specifically, the two firms will working to “ensure that wireless charging systems (for electric vehicles) will provide the high degree of interoperability, ease of use, and high efficiency that consumers expect.”

“Nissan believes in the potential of wireless charging to help advance widespread acceptance of EV motoring,” stated Kazuo Yajima, Alliance Global Director of the EV and HEV Engineering Division of Nissan. “We are very pleased to be working with a technology expert such as WiTricity to advance the state of the art for interoperability, efficiency, and user friendliness.”

The CEO of WiTricity, Alex Gruzen, commented as well: “WiTricity is partnering with Nissan to catalyze wireless charging in the EV market and move the industry forward to an interoperable future. In order for us to realize a future of transportation that is electrified, shared and autonomous, we need a wireless charging solution that works for all vehicles. We’re excited to continue working with Nissan as we march toward a global wireless charging ecosystem.”

The press release provides some background: “The WiTricity DRIVE wireless charging system allows for a charging pad on or under the ground that uses WiTricity’s patented magnetic resonance technology to send energy to the vehicle parked above it, requiring no cables or moving parts. The DRIVE system has industry-leading efficiency and charge rates, and is capable of charging all types of vehicles ranging from low ground clearance sports cars to high ground clearance SUVs.”