While scientists argue over whether wireless car charging in urban areas is the most sustainable way forward, Volvo is starting field tests of the technology in the Swedish city of Gothenburg. Using Volvo VC40 Recharge EVs operated by the Cabonline taxi company, the Swedish maker plans to evaluate the system over the next three years. The taxis will be operated for 12 hours a day, driving around 100,000 kilometres a year. The cars get their power when they park over a charging pad embedded in the road. The station below sends electricity through the pad, which is stored in the EV and used for …