Iveco's eDaily Van Debuts Wireless Charging for Zero-Emission Highways
Iveco has unveiled the first road-ready eDaily van equipped with both dynamic and stationary wireless charging. The vehicle, tailored for Brebemi's inductive charging network, marks a key step in electric transport technology. It will be leased for 36 months to support staff operations on the A35 motorway in northern Italy. The project builds on Brebemi's existing Arena del Futuro, a 1 km oval test track near the A35 Milan-Brescia route. Unlike linear highway systems in other countries, this closed circuit allows controlled testing of Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer (DWPT) technology. The eDaily 42C Crew Van, an all-electric model, will run emission-free while charging wirelessly—both while parked and in motion.
Iveco's modified eDaily differs from standard production versions by integrating a custom inductive charging system. This adaptation enables seamless compatibility with Brebemi's infrastructure, designed to support daily fleet operations. The goal is to prove wireless charging's viability under real-world conditions, potentially transforming how commercial vehicles stay powered. Similar trials have taken place elsewhere. Germany's A6 highway near Amberg features a 1 km Electreon-powered stretch for buses and trucks, operational since June 2025. France's A10 southwest of Paris tests dynamic charging at up to 300 kW, while the US and Israel have also explored inductive systems. Earlier Italian projects in Genoa and Turin focused on buses, but Brebemi's initiative targets staff transport with leased eDaily vans. For Iveco, embedding wireless charging into a near-production vehicle represents a major achievement. The company sees it as a turning point for sustainable logistics, reducing reliance on traditional charging stops.
The eDaily will operate on the A35 motorway, demonstrating how inductive charging can streamline electric fleet management. Brebemi's expansion of its Argentea fleet with this technology aims to set a precedent for zero-emission transport. If successful, the project could encourage wider adoption of wireless charging in commercial vehicles.
