Tesla Secures FCC Waiver Enabling Wireless Charging for Its Cybercab EV
Tesla received an FCC waiver permitting its upcoming Cybercab electric vehicle to deploy wireless inductive charging systems outside existing Part 15 emission limits. The approval authorizes tests of over-the-air power transfer technology, paving the way for integrated wireless charging pads in Cybercab production models.
1. FCC Waiver Details
The Federal Communications Commission granted Tesla a waiver from Part 15 rules, allowing emissions above standard field strength limits for inductive charging equipment. This waiver covers the specific 6.78 MHz band used by wireless power transfer systems in the Cybercab, enabling on-vehicle testing without conventional plug-in connections.
2. Implications for Cybercab Deployment
By authorizing over-the-air power transfer trials, Tesla can integrate charging coils and pads into Cybercab prototypes and early production units. Successful testing could accelerate customer adoption by offering seamless, cable-free charging, enhance Tesla’s charging network compatibility and differentiate the Cybercab in the EV market.