ELECTRIC CAR WIRELESS INDUCTIVE CHARGING - WHY IT'S NOT VIABLE

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The reviewer from EVM explores the viability of wireless inductive charging for electric vehicles, ultimately concluding it's not a practical solution for mass adoption. The video dissects two main charging scenarios: 'onward charging' (long journeys) and 'destination charging' (at destinations like home or work). For onward charging, the reviewer argues that increasing EV range and faster charging speeds diminish the need for in-road charging infrastructure, which would also be prohibitively expensive to install and maintain. Regarding destination charging, the reviewer deems it a gimmick for homeowners with driveways due to inflexibility and minimal time savings compared to plugging in. For those parking on streets, logistical challenges like non-standard parking arrangements and the sheer cost of retrofitting existing roads make it unfeasible. Even in car parks, the cost and inflexibility of individual wireless pads compared to multi-vehicle physical charging posts make wireless charging less appealing. The core argument against widespread adoption is the unfavorable cost-benefit ratio, especially as technology advances to solve charging needs more efficiently.