Charge while you load.
Trucks top up during dock operations — the driver taps to start, packages go on, and range goes up. A typical loading cycle adds 50–100 miles without a dedicated charging stop.
Wireless Charging for Delivery Trucks
Wireless charging for middle- and last-mile trucks
WAVE Charging powers electric delivery and last-mile trucks wirelessly at the loading dock — the driver taps to start, with no cable to connect, and range builds while the truck is loaded. That's 125kW to 500kW+ of power, adding 50–100 miles during a typical loading cycle without a dedicated charging stop.
Why delivery fleets go wireless
Up to 20% more vehicle utilization.
Eliminating dedicated charging time keeps trucks on the road. Charging during normal loading operations increases vehicle availability and delivery capacity by up to 20%.
Retrofits the dock you already have.
WAVE pads integrate with existing loading-dock infrastructure, with installation possible during scheduled maintenance windows and minimal civil work.
Right for dense urban routes.
Wireless charging at distribution centers and strategic urban points enables all-day delivery routes without mid-route charging detours — and refrigerated vehicles keep cold-chain control while they charge.
How wireless charging works at the loading dock
A pad integrated into the dock transfers power across an air gap to a receiver under the truck. The truck backs into the dock, the driver taps to start, and power flows wirelessly at up to 500kW before it leaves with added range — no cable to plug in. Efficiency is 92%+ grid to battery. See how WAVE wireless charging works →
Proven in the field
A major e-commerce middle-mile operator deployed WAVE wireless charging at a key distribution center to electrify its fleet across a large metro area without range limitations — charging trucks during loading so vehicles return to route fully ready, with no cable to plug in on a high-tempo schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Can delivery trucks charge during loading dock operations?
Yes. WAVE pads integrate with existing loading docks, so trucks charge while packages are loaded — the driver just taps to start — adding 50–100 miles of range during a typical loading cycle with no separate charging stop.
How much does wireless charging improve fleet utilization?
By removing dedicated charging time from the day, charging at the dock during loading increases vehicle availability and delivery capacity by up to 20% — trucks spend their time delivering, not waiting at a charger.
Does wireless charging work with refrigerated delivery vehicles?
Yes. Refrigerated trucks maintain temperature control while charging, preserving cold-chain integrity on longer routes and extended delivery windows.
Do we have to rebuild our docks to install it?
No. WAVE pads retrofit existing loading-dock infrastructure, and installation can happen during scheduled maintenance windows with minimal disruption to operations.
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