Using technology from Electreon, 14th Street is now equipped with inductive-charging coils that will charge electric vehicles (EVs) equipped with receivers as they drive on the road.

The road will be used to test and perfect the Israeli company's wireless-charging technology in a real-world environment to perfect it ahead of making it available to the public in the next few years.

"We're excited to spearhead the development and deployment of America's first wireless charging road," said Dr. Stefan Tongur, Electreon vice president of business development. "This milestone stands as a testament to our collaborative efforts with the State of Michigan and the Department of Transportation (MDOT)."