This hybrid electric bus is capable of recharging at bus stops in a matter of just minutes. Currently in service in a suburb of Södertälje in Sweden, the electric buses power back up with an invisible charger on the last stop of its route. A full charge takes only 6 or 7 minutes.
The charging station, which is owned and operated by Vattenhall, must be able to charge vehicles quickly in order to prevent timetables from being disrupted. The hybrid electric bus also charges overnight. The program is possible due to a partnership with the city of Södertälje, bus manufacturer Scania and the Royal Institute of Technology. Hidden chargers, which use renewable energy, are used purely for esthetic purposes, as opposed to overhead wires or plug-in areas.
This initiative endeavors to the country reach their goal of being free of fossil fuels by 2030.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Quick Recharging
- A trend towards faster charging times for electric vehicles, such as buses, to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
- Invisible Charging
- The use of hidden chargers that are integrated into the infrastructure of electric vehicles to provide a seamless and aesthetically pleasing charging experience.
- Renewable Energy Charging
- The growing trend of using renewable energy sources to power charging stations for electric vehicles, reducing their overall carbon footprint.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
- Opportunity for electric vehicle manufacturers to invest in and develop faster recharging technologies for their vehicles.
- Charging Infrastructure
- Opportunity for companies in the charging infrastructure industry to meet the demand for faster and more seamless charging solutions for electric vehicles.
- Renewable Energy
- Opportunity for renewable energy providers to collaborate with electric vehicle manufacturers and charging infrastructure companies to power charging stations with clean and sustainable energy sources.
