Should this idea become more prevalent nationwide, owning an electric vehicle would be much easier (in theory). Mass adoption of electrified roads would make charging less of a concern, and manufacturers could fit smaller batteries to their EVs, saving weight and reducing cost.
It’s a good idea, but equipping America’s vast road network would take years, if not decades. But in congested city centers, it would make a huge difference. If a delivery driver is tasked with transporting things across a city in a Ford E-Transit or Mercedes-Benz eSprinter, they wouldn’t have to take charging breaks. This would increase productivity, save time, and allow companies to use emissions-free electric vehicles.
Of course, not everyone was impressed by the electrified road. Citizens questioned the City of Detroit’s priorities, calling for something to be done about the potholes, while others lamented the lack of a reliable public transport system.
