The electrification of vehicle is growing well, and 2025 is set to be a key turning point in how electric vehicle owners would power their EVs. The adoption of EV is gradually driving the adoption and accessibility of charging station and vice-versa. WAWT (Wired and Wireless Technology) is closely monitoring the evolution of vehicle electrification, EV landscape from technological innovation perspective, its charging infrastructure, as well as how this would reshape mobility in the future.

Let’s explore how is EV charging infrastructure is growing, becoming more efficient, smarter, interoperable and user-friendly.

1. Faster and More Efficient Charging

One of the important trends in EV charging infrastructure market is the rapid expansion of ultra-fast charging networks. High-power chargers (150kW and above) are rolling out across highways and crowded cities, dramatically slashing waiting times. Whether you are a road-tripper or a rideshare driver, topping up your large EV battery now takes minutes rather than hours. This reduces anxiety related to EV range and its charging facilities.

According to market data, 2024 saw a record 84% year-on-year growth in the implementation of ultra-rapid charging and this momentum is further accelerating in 2025. Home charging systems are also improving, but the real breakthrough is currently happening in the public and commercial EV charging infrastructure.

2. Smart Charging Gets Smarter with latest AI Tech

EV charging stations today are not just power outlets, they are intelligent energy providers. In 2025, AI-powered smart EV chargers are enabling good control over the charging duration and its schedule, costs of electricity, and consumption of energy. Many EV owners are now able to schedule their charging during off-peak hours or when renewable energy is most available, saving both money and the environment.

Technology-enabled features like dynamic load balancing, real-time grid monitoring, and App-based control are becoming standard offerings. As more and more home energy systems integrate solar power and battery storage systems, smart EV charging is becoming a key piece of the sustainable living puzzle.

WAWT Insight: AI in energy management is expected to improve grid resilience, minimize charging efforts, time and efficiencies.

3. The Increase in Popularity and Adoption of Wireless EV Charging (WEVC) technology

At WAWT, we have provided a dedicated focus towards evolution of Wireless EV Charging (WEVC) market as the future of EV mobility. Based on WAWT research, 2025 is setting out to be a breakthrough year where WAWT expects some major announcement across automotive OEMs, wireless power technology companies as well as companies related to EV charging infrastructure. Considering the long lead time, WAWT expects shipments of WEVC technology to commence within couple of years. By simply parking your EV over a wireless charging-enabled pad (wireless power transmitter), EVs can automatically be charged, without stretching and reaching out to the charging cable/port, removing the hassle of cables, connectors/port compatibility, and forgotten plug-ins.

Whether it is in residential garage, driveways, parking slots, workplace parking lots, or public spaces like restaurants, malls and airports, wireless EV charging brings a new level of effortless convenience. While WEVC feature would be an optional and an additional (wired as well as wireless charging) feature in the current generation of EVs, for autonomous EV types, WEVC feature would tend to be a sole (only wireless charging) and standard offering.

Why WEVC?

• Hands/port-free charging Perfect for short stops or bad weather
• Reduced wear and tear of cables and ports
• Ideal for fleets and autonomous vehicles
• Prepares cities for a connected, cable-free and smart charging future

WAWT projects shipment of EVs to grow at a CAGR of 35% through 2028, where wireless EV charging will be essential in supporting this scale of growth. The practicability of implementing and use of dynamic wireless EV charging technology, where EVs are wirelessly charged while been driven/in motion, is also being piloted globally, hinting possible introduction and adoption much sooner than expected, at least across key stretches within some major cities across the globe.

4. Perfect Integration with Renewable Energy

EV charging technology is getting cleaner, too. More and more EV chargers are now supporting solar panel integration and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities. This allows EV users to not only charge with renewable energy but also send unused electricity back to the grid – supporting energy balance and grid stability, and at the same time gets EV owners the opportunity to monetize as well.

5. Network Expansion of Charging Network

Governments, utility companies, and private players are investing heavily towards scaling the EV infrastructure. Rural and urban locations are seeing a surge in deployment of EV charging stations, ensuring that no driver is left without access. Contactless payments, real-time app monitoring, autonomous charging (more so wirelessly) and reservation of chargers are removing common frustrations faced by early EV adopters.

At WAWT, we expect interoperable, standardized and efficient systems to lead the way making it easier for EV drivers to charge anywhere, anytime, without compatibility issues.

6. Costs Are Falling and Support Is Growing

Thanks to the advancement in the battery technology, better battery chemistry and more efficient manufacturing processes, EVs and their charging systems are becoming more interoperable and affordable. At the same time, governments, auto OEMs, Tier-1s, infrastructure-focussed companies, are offering incentives, rebates, grants and finance schemes to install EV chargers at homes and businesses. This would be the case also to install wireless EV charging facility.

EV charger manufacturers are also stepping up customer support, offering 24/7 assistance, mobile apps, and proactive maintenance to ensure a smooth experience.

Conclusion: The Future of EV Charging Looks Bright and Well Charged

WAWT believes development and introduction of EV charging would no longer be challenging but a more feature-rich and user-friendly experience. With wireless EV charging breaking its barriers, and AI making charging smarter, and with expansion of green, efficient and fast-charging infrastructure, the growth in adoption (ownership) of EVs would be faster, easier, and more attractive than ever before to its prospective/current owners.

As the vehicle electrification industry continues to evolve, WAWT remains committed to closely tracking, analysing, and shaping the future of EV charging providing stakeholder with critical data, insights and market intelligence. Whether you are an EV owner/driver, investor, or innovator, WAWT invites you to join us on the road for a more-smarter, connected, convenient, and carbon-neutral journey.

About Wired and Wireless Technologies (WAWT)

Wired and Wireless Technologies (WAWT), is a strategic technology analyst and consulting firm specialising in wireless power, power supply and EV charging infrastructure markets. Its comprehensive research data, trends, insights, and market intelligence on the wireless power market titled ‘Wireless Power Intelligence Service’ covers various types of wireless power technology solutions using different frequency levels, including ones relevant to EV charging applications. 

WAWT monitors the pace of adoption of such wireless power solutions across 30+ different types of applications including automotive (including EVs, e-bikes/e-scooters), industrial AGV/AMRs, robotics, consumer, computing, wearables, hearables, medical/healthcare, smart home, , retail, infrastructure, and other sectors.

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