Courtesy of The Course Of Life Podcast
In this episode of The Course of Life, our CEO, Joe Benz, joins host Alex Lauzon to discuss how wireless charging is transforming golf carts and helping shape the future of electric mobility. Joe also shares his unique journey from West Point engineering graduate and military officer to intellectual property attorney at Ford Motor Company and Boeing before leading WiTricity AI Tech, LLC and bringing our groundbreaking wireless power technology developed at MIT to market.
Joe explains how our magnetic resonance technology safely transfers power across a six- to eight-inch air gap, allowing golf carts to charge automatically without plugs, cords, or exposed connectors. Originally developed for applications ranging from pacemakers to passenger vehicles, the technology is now simplifying charging for both personal golf carts and large commercial fleets. The result is a charging experience that is as simple as parking over a charging pad.
The conversation highlights the practical advantages for golf courses, residential communities, and fleet operators. Joe discusses how our systems can recharge a typical 100 amp-hour battery from 20% to full in as little as four hours, with aftermarket installations taking only about 20 minutes. By eliminating the need to plug and unplug carts manually, wireless charging reduces wear and tear, improves reliability, and helps ensure vehicles are always ready for use.
Looking ahead, Joe describes a future in which wireless charging becomes a standard feature not only for golf carts, but also for e-bikes, neighborhood electric vehicles, passenger cars, and heavy-duty trucks. For golfers, course operators, and community residents alike, this episode offers an engaging look at how wireless charging can make electric transportation safer, simpler, and more convenient than ever before.
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