Can EVs be wirelessly charged?

[JeffKeryk]

I'm really not looking to debate it with you, it's pointless. Lets leave it at personal choice. You love them, and me, the more I learn about them the less I want one.

I'm not debating; I am only asking questions. I have always stressed the need to evaluate one's personal use case and preferences before putting down ones' hard earned cash. That goes for all car purchases, right?

You cited your reasons, but no detail. For example, if you have to replace your service panel to charge at home, you had better think twice. If you take 350+ one ways trips once a month, do the math and know your charging stops, at the very least. You risk hating your decision to buy an EV.

I respectfully disagree on pointless; we are simply learning. I value your opinion.

 

[ecotourist]

Higher insurance, installing the provisions for charging at home, no interest in solar panels to lower my charging costs, charging when making long road trips, not comfortable parking or charging one in my attached garage. That's the short version. I already know all your reasons for owning one. Thank God I don't get beaten over the head like CA residents do at the pump.

It sounds like you're concerned about the fire risk of parking an EV in your garage. Yes I know about EV fires being difficult to control.

Here is a video of a number of vehicles considered unsafe to park in a garage or even near your house. Most of them are hybrids, a small number are ICE, and (if I recall correctly) none of them are Teslas. If I'm wrong about that I apologize in advance.

 

[demarpaint]

It sounds like you're concerned about the fire risk of parking an EV in your garage. Yes I know about EV fires being difficult to control.

Here is a video of a number of vehicles considered unsafe to park in a garage or even near your house. Most of them are hybrids, a small number are ICE, and (if I recall correctly) none of them are Teslas. If I'm wrong about that I apologize in advance.

Interesting, especially the Hybrids. FTR I didn't mention Teslas, I referred to EVs in general. Parking in the garage is a small part of why I don't want one, I listed a few of the other reasons, I have more. I enjoy these threads because I feel like I'm on trial for murder with the questioning I get from the EV proponents, more detail, elaborate, etc. I do enjoy it and get a laugh out of it. To be clear you haven't cross examined me, yet.

The $7,500 incentive to buy one didn't motivate me, and honestly if they doubled it I still wouldn't buy one. Question for those who often cross examine people who don't like or post positively about EV's. They're quick to criticize us for posting in these threads. Isn't OK to learn about something you don't want or like? Even if it just to stay current with trends and what's going on? I like to learn and comment on anything and everything that's current. I built a nice business expanding my knowledge, and learning as much as I could to stay current. I'm expanding my EV knowledge reading and commenting here.

 

[dogememe]

There is more to it than just my experience. EV's lack a soul that an ICE has. I love the sound of my V6 turbo spooling, exhaust rumbling, and pops/crackles when i left off in high rpms. Jeremy Clarkson was correct when he said electric cars were boring white goods, and washing machines that lack soul, sound, and the engagement of an ICE. At least I can say I tried and based my opinion of an actual experience.

To each their own. I enjoy how EVs drive personally. And everyone in my life who has gone down the EV path agrees that it's simply superior. Sure, we're talking mainstream vehicles, not high end or luxury gas cars, but it's unfair to compare a $40K EV to an $80K gas car.

'm sure a high end modern performance or luxury vehicle can deliver similar performance or a more engaging driving experience compared to an electric car. But it'll get poor fuel economy and cost a lot to maintain. Meanwhile you can get a used Model 3 Performance for under $25K that goes 0-60 in 3 seconds... while costing a few cents per mile to fuel. Now compare that to a Dodge Hellcat or BMW M3 Comp or whatever cars out there get similar performance... they're 3x the price, cost 10x as much to fuel, and cost infinitely more to maintain.

On the cheaper end, for the $15K-20K you'll pay for a used Bolt what will you get in a gas car? A used Altima with a CVT? A high mileage Prius? A used Mercedes that's going to need thousands in repairs every year? That's not soul, that's frustration.

Higher insurance, installing the provisions for charging at home, no interest in solar panels to lower my charging costs, charging when making long road trips, not comfortable parking or charging one in my attached garage. That's the short version. I already know all your reasons for owning one. Thank God I don't get beaten over the head like CA residents do at the pump.

But like, that stuff is not a big deal? Insurance, OK, it's expensive... but not because I drive an EV but because I totalled an almost brand new car last year (BTW, it was an EV, it didn't catch on fire, and it saved my life). Home charging? We rent, so we just plug in to a regular wall outlet. That cost like $40 for a heavy duty extension cord? I think I save that in a week compared to buying gas. Solar panels? Again, we rent, so we can't get them. Road trips? I drove to LA and back and the car outlasted our bladders and desire for snacks. Not comfortable parking or charging the garage? Well, that's true for us too, but only because our garage is full of junk, so the driveway it is.

 

[demarpaint]

To each their own.

That's right: "To each their own."

 

[loneryder]

I'm electronically challenged and can't comprehend how electricity is transmitted through air but am guessing it's a technical problem with so many batteries? Would there be a danger as well like if the cat crawled under the car while it's charging?

As with the DeLorian in Back to the Future?

 

[rijndael]

Now compare that to a Dodge Hellcat or BMW M3 Comp or whatever cars out there get similar performance... they're 3x the price, cost 10x as much to fuel, and cost infinitely more to maintain.

No one doubts that EVs offer performance, but there's more to it than that.

I can cook a steak in a microwave faster and cheaper than on my charcoal grill, and yet I still buy bags of Fogo charcoal.

 

[dogememe]

No one doubts that EVs offer performance, but there's more to it than that.

I can cook a steak in a microwave faster and cheaper than on my charcoal grill, and yet I still buy bags of Fogo charcoal.

True. My coworker has a 2024 GR86. Performance in terms of 0-60, well it’s probably about the same as a RAV4? But he says it’s the funnest to drive that he’s ever had overall. So you’re right that there’s more to driving enjoyment than raw performance. Heck, people love their Miatas!

 

[Volvo_Expert_Tech]

To each their own. I enjoy how EVs drive personally. And everyone in my life who has gone down the EV path agrees that it's simply superior. Sure, we're talking mainstream vehicles, not high end or luxury gas cars, but it's unfair to compare a $40K EV to an $80K gas car.

As of late 2025 and early 2026, the average transaction price for a new electric vehicle (EV) in the U.S. is approximately $55,000–$58,000.
MSRP for my wife's old 2021 XC40 BEV was $62k.
My 2024 Audi S5 MSRP was only $68k but I paid $62k out the door with MAS.
The extra $2k-$4k is absolutely worth it.

 

[jghall00]

On the cheaper end, for the $15K-20K you'll pay for a used Bolt what will you get in a gas car? A used Altima with a CVT?

Why is the Altima out here catching strays? Point taken, but I've changed my CVT fluid every 30K. At 195,000 miles, it's one of the most reliable vehicles I've ever owned. But yeah, it's getting replaced with an EV when that day arrives. I'm tired of my daughters hitting me up for gas money. I bought one of them an Ariya, but had to return it because it had some body damage that I missed when I picked it up.

 

[nomas]

Yes , EV's can be wirelessly charged .

 

[Torrid]

As a recent recipient (and I use that term loosely) of a cardiac pacemaker I wonder how safe being around an inductive charger would be for people like me. Pacemakers can apparently be adjusted externally (which includes being turned off) using induction. So not very safe I suspect. And with an aging population there will be lots of us.

The irony is that we bought a kitchen range with an induction cook-top not long before I got the pacemaker. It works really well. But I'm afraid to go near it when it's in use. I plan to discuss the cook-top at the pacemaker clinic the next time I'm there for a review (which I am regularly).

Yikes. That would having me asking questions too.

Now on the idea of those talking about the charger shutting off to protect animals that would get between the pad and the car tells me it's not an option for me. I'd rather plug in and actually have the car charge if a neighborhood stray decided to lay under my car. My neighbor loves to let their cat outside and I see it pick up on my security cameras at odd times of the night. I could see it getting in the garage when I get home from work.

 

[JeffKeryk]

There is more to it than just my experience. EV's lack a soul that an ICE has. I love the sound of my V6 turbo spooling, exhaust rumbling, and pops/crackles when i left off in high rpms. Jeremy Clarkson was correct when he said electric cars were boring white goods, and washing machines that lack soul, sound, and the engagement of an ICE. At least I can say I tried and based my opinion of an actual experience.

There is no car on earth that can compete with an MP3 at anywhere near the price. Have you ever been in a 10 second car that offers exceptional handling and so much more?

 

[Torrid]

No one doubts that EVs offer performance, but there's more to it than that.

I can cook a steak in a microwave faster and cheaper than on my charcoal grill, and yet I still buy bags of Fogo charcoal.

 

[PandaBear]

EV1 has an induction charging blade but the efficiency / speed is very low. I think it can be done but not sure if anyone would want it.

 

[ecotourist]

I like to learn and comment on anything and everything that's current. I built a nice business expanding my knowledge, and learning as much as I could to stay current. I'm expanding my EV knowledge reading and commenting here.

You might be interested in a friend's reaction to my almost new '21 Tesla Model 3 SR+.

He had spent his career in the oil industry and afterwards admitted that for loyalty reasons didn't want to like my car. But after driving it around for a half hour, he admitted that "he really liked it". And this is a guy who has had a series of BMWs and had 2 BMWs in his garage.

As for me, I had been looking to replace my '00 BMW 528i M-sport 5MT. After 18 or so years, I hated the sword hanging over me whenever I drove it. When was something really expensive going to go wrong? I had been test driving Hondas, Mazdas, and Toyotas, and had pretty much settled on a new or gently used Lexus. I then drove a Tesla Model 3 around for a half hour, and the decision was made. I had to have one. The bonus was that, new (and after incentives), it was quite a bit cheaper than the gently used Lexus I had most recently been looking at.

Maybe you should test drive one too. You might like it.

 

[demarpaint]

You might be interested in a friend's reaction to my almost new '21 Tesla Model 3 SR+.

He had spent his career in the oil industry and afterwards admitted that for loyalty reasons didn't want to like my car. But after driving it around for a half hour, he admitted that "he really liked it". And this is a guy who has had a series of BMWs and had 2 BMWs in his garage.

As for me, I had been looking to replace my '00 BMW 528i M-sport 5MT. After 18 or so years, I hated the sword hanging over me whenever I drove it. When was something really expensive going to go wrong? I had been test driving Hondas, Mazdas, and Toyotas, and had pretty much settled on a new or gently used Lexus. I then drove a Tesla Model 3 around for a half hour, and the decision was made. I had to have one. The bonus was that, new (and after incentives), it was quite a bit cheaper than the gently used Lexus I had most recently been looking at.

Maybe you should test drive one too. You might like it.

I'll pass. I'm glad it all worked out for you. One of the things I forgot to mention is they take a big loss in value real quick, and many of the dealers around here still don't want them on a trade. Its been that way for years and really hasn't changed according to the friends I stay in touch with from my car sales days. So offloading it would be tough, a headache I don't need. Maybe one day when ICE is no longer an option if I'm still able to drive at that point in time.

 

[ecotourist]

One of the things I forgot to mention is they take a big loss in value real quick, and many of the dealers around here still don't want them on a trade. Its been that way for years and really hasn't changed according to the friends I stay in touch with from my car sales days. So offloading it would be tough, a headache I don't need.

You're probably right about that but what you describe is actually an opportunity.

A recent, used and highly depreciated Tesla would be a fantastic bargain. You can have the battery tested and if there has been very little loss it should be good to go for a very long time. Most batteries will have a long life but an occasional one fails early. And you don't want that one.

My 2011 Model 3 SR+ is very good but a 2012 Model 3 LR might be the pick of the litter.

 

[dogememe]

You're probably right about that but what you describe is actually an opportunity.

A recent, used and highly depreciated Tesla would be a fantastic bargain. You can have the battery tested and if there has been very little loss it should be good to go for a very long time. Most batteries will have a long life but an occasional one fails early. And you don't want that one.

My 2011 Model 3 SR+ is very good but a 2012 Model 3 LR might be the pick of the litter.

2011? 2012? Model 3. I think you meant 2021 and 2022?

But anyway there are definitely deals to be had if you go used. You can get a one to two year old Prologue or Equinox EV with less than 20K miles on it for under $25K. That's a lot of car for the money!

 

[Volvo_Expert_Tech]

There is no car on earth that can compete with an MP3 at anywhere near the price. Have you ever been in a 10 second car that offers exceptional handling and so much more?

Forgive me but I am not sure what you mean by MP3? I have had a few ipod's in my time lol