Courtesy of NGCOA Golf Business LIVE Tech Talks Podcast
In this episode of NGCOA Golf Business LIVE Tech Talks, host Harvey Silverman speaks with WiTricity CEO Joe Benz about how wireless charging is poised to transform golf course operations. Joe explains how WiTricity’s technology—originating from MIT research—uses magnetic resonance to deliver efficient, safe power across an air gap, eliminating the need for cables, connectors, and manual plug-in charging.
The conversation focuses on the real-world benefits for golf course fleets, particularly as the industry shifts toward lithium-ion batteries. Joe highlights how wireless “opportunity charging” allows carts to charge automatically whenever they’re parked, reducing human error, extending battery life, and improving overall fleet readiness. He also discusses how the system can help address growing safety and insurance concerns tied to lithium-ion batteries through smarter charging control and predictive monitoring.
Joe outlines how WiTricity’s solutions are designed for flexibility—supporting both new installations and retrofits, working across multiple battery types, and integrating with existing fleet operations. From simplified cart barn design to reduced maintenance and lower total cost of ownership, wireless charging offers both operational and financial advantages for course operators.
Looking ahead, Joe shares a vision of a fully wireless golf ecosystem—where carts, maintenance equipment, and even personal EVs charge seamlessly without plugs. This conversation gives golf industry professionals a clear look at how wireless charging can streamline operations, improve safety, and help future-proof their facilities as electrification continues to evolve.
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