STEER Tech and HEVO have partnered to launch a wireless autonomous charging solution that integrates driverless navigation and docking with cable-free electric vehicle charging. The companies say the technology is aimed at transforming fleet depot operations by removing manual processes, cutting labor costs, and boosting vehicle uptime.
The collaboration combines STEER Tech’s high-precision autonomous vehicle software with HEVO’s patented wireless charging system. According to the companies, the system will allow vehicles to autonomously navigate through depots, execute low-speed maneuvers, dock precisely on charging pads, and begin charging without human assistance. The solution is intended for use in high-volume fleet environments where efficiency and quick turnaround times are essential.
“This solution frees fleets from the labor and downtime of manual charging,” said Jeremy McCool, CEO of HEVO. “It is a significant step toward full depot autonomy.” McCool added that the technology eliminates operational bottlenecks that can slow the transition to electric fleets.
STEER Tech brings nearly a decade of autonomous expertise, focusing on precise depot operations. Its platform supports automated navigation, parking, docking, and charging alignment, even in space-constrained locations, and integrates with depot management systems and telematics for coordinated operations. “This partnership will accelerate the future of autonomous fleet operations,” said Dr. Anuja Sonalker, Founder and CEO of STEER Tech. “By merging our expertise, we can create fully autonomous ecosystems that deliver efficiency and a strong return on investment.”
HEVO’s wireless charging platform uses inductive technology to deliver energy without cables, reducing wear, downtime, and the need for human intervention. The companies say this makes the system well suited to large-scale fleet electrification, where speed and reliability are key.
The first vehicle to feature the combined technology will be a Ford E-Transit already equipped with STEER’s autonomous capabilities. Integration work is underway at HEVO’s headquarters in Brooklyn, New York, with public demonstrations planned for fall 2025. “This isn’t science fiction—it’s the next logical step in autonomous fleet technology,” McCool said.
