Vehicle-to-grid technology and services enabling bidirectional energy exchange with electric vehicles.
EU plan promotes V2G and transport electrification for energy security
The European Commission’s Electrification Action Plan targets 46% electrification by 2040 and promotes vehicle-to-grid technology to make EVs a source of grid storage. It also highlights charging infrastructure for battery-electric ferries and transport’s role in reducing fossil-fuel dependence.
Nissan leads UK project to integrate solar and AI into EVs
Nissan has secured funding for a three-year, £10m UK project that has combined power electronics, AI and perovskite tandem solar integration to develop vehicle-integrated charging, bidirectional V2G and intelligent energy management for electric vehicles.
Australia’s EVs forecast to become a major grid-storage resource
Australia’s 2026 Integrated System Plan forecasts EVs could comprise up to 80% of vehicles by 2050, consuming more than 60 TWh annually. It says vehicle-to-grid systems could add 4.3 GW of storage, but adoption depends on consumer trust and wider charging infrastructure.
Renault refreshes Megane E-Tech with larger battery and V2G
Renault’s refreshed Megane E-Tech gains a larger LFP battery, 500km WLTP range, faster charging, V2L and market-dependent V2G. Renault Australia expects the updated electric car to arrive in the first half of 2027.
Hyundai completes Australia’s first V2G discharge with Ioniq 9
Hyundai has completed Australia’s first vehicle-to-grid discharge using an Ioniq 9, a bidirectional charger and the ISO 15118-20 communication protocol. The test marks progress towards manufacturer-approved V2G services for Australian EVs.
GM develops sodium‑ion batteries and V2G for data centres
General Motors has expanded development of sodium‑ion batteries, has enhanced vehicle‑to‑grid capabilities, and has pursued partnerships to supply energy‑storage and data‑centre markets amid anticipated AI‑driven demand.
Victorian inquiry backs smarter EV charging and vehicle-to-grid integration
A Victorian parliamentary inquiry says electric vehicles can support Australia’s power system through smart charging, vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home technology. It recommends improved charging access, tariffs, standards and planning as battery-electric sales grow.
Tesla signals lower-cost vehicle-to-grid rollout in Australia
Tesla says vehicle-to-grid technology could soon be available using an onboard inverter, potentially reducing costs compared with third-party systems. Its vehicle-to-load technology has launched in an Australian Model Y variant, while regulatory requirements remain a hurdle.
AGL partners with Karmo to manage EV subscription fleet and explore V2G
Australian energy company AGL has partnered with car subscription platform Karmo to manage its EV subscription fleet and operations, with potential involvement in AGL’s vehicle-to-grid programme.
Australia boosts vehicle-to-grid pilot to 1,000 electric cars
Australia has increased funding for its largest vehicle-to-grid pilot to $16.8 million, enabling around 1,000 electric cars. The programme must still address standards, network connections, tariffs and manufacturer warranty support.
Amber expands Australian V2G pilot to more than 1,000 EVs
Amber Electric will use A$13.6 million in additional government funding to expand its vehicle-to-grid and smart-charging pilot by 950 customers, bringing participation above 1,000 EVs and doubling the number of smart chargers to 2,000.
San Francisco school district to deploy 104 electric buses with V2G
San Francisco Unified School District has purchased 104 electric school buses from Zum, supported by bidirectional charging infrastructure. Deployment is planned by August 2026, with the fleet expected to return about 3GWh of energy to the local grid annually during peak periods.
European groups recommend simpler data exchange for smart and bidirectional charging
European Commission expert groups and Germany’s Coalition of the Willing have issued recommendations to simplify data exchange, interoperability and market access for smart and bidirectional EV charging services.
AHEAD project develops AI tools for resilient EV charging grids
The AHEAD project is developing AI and spatial-modelling tools to plan EV charging infrastructure, manage grid impacts and unlock smart and bidirectional charging. European demonstrators will validate flexibility services, interoperability and cybersecurity measures across varied real-world environments.
Mobility House and Wallbox enable first Quasar 2 V2G interconnection in San Diego
The Mobility House and Wallbox have installed and interconnected a Wallbox Quasar 2 bidirectional charger at a San Diego County home, enabling a Kia EV9 to export energy to the grid. The project integrates Mobility House’s Cascade EV Aggregator platform.
Utrecht V2G car-share project provides evidence for scalable grid balancing
A UKERC report finds that Utrecht Energized’s 50 Renault EVs discharged more than 65,000kWh to the local grid in five months, providing operational evidence that vehicle-to-grid car sharing can ease congestion and support renewable-energy integration.
SmartTS-PV compliance tester for inverters and V2G
Pacific Power Source has launched SmartTS-PV, a pre-integrated platform that has automated IEEE 1547.1, UL 1741 SB and EN50549 compliance testing for solar inverters, EVSE with V2G and distributed energy resources, and has reduced test durations.
MAN demonstrates bidirectional charging with electric heavy truck
MAN Truck & Bus has demonstrated bidirectional charging on an eTGX heavy-duty electric truck through the German Spirit-E research project. The technology supports vehicle-to-site, vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-grid applications, potentially reducing fleet electricity costs and supporting grid stability.
Energy Bank to install 200 bidirectional chargers in Swedish V2X pilot
Energy Bank is scaling its V2G technology into a Swedish pilot involving 200 bidirectional chargers, Vattenfall, Volkswagen and Transtema Charge. EV owners will provide compensated grid services through Energy Bank’s aggregation platform.
Nissan unveils electric Juke with vehicle-to-grid technology
Nissan has unveiled an all-electric Juke small SUV with vehicle-to-grid technology. The model is expected to enter trial production at the company’s Sunderland plant in the UK in the coming weeks, supporting Nissan’s European electrification strategy.
Vector adds security module to CANoe EV test package
Vector has expanded its CANoe Test Package EV with a security testing extension that has provided V2G and TLS fuzzing, has supported ISO 15118-2 and -20, and has been engineered for automated, reproducible execution and CI/CD integration.
Mercedes-Benz unveils 925km EQS electric saloon with vehicle-to-grid capability
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled an upgraded EQS with a claimed 925km WLTP range, larger silicon-enhanced battery, 800V fast charging and vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home capability. The model launches in Europe later this year, with Australian deliveries due in the fourth quarter.
BMW unveils i3 electric sedan with 900 km range and 400 kW charging
BMW has unveiled the i3 electric sedan under its Neue Klasse platform. The model is due in 2027 with a claimed 900 km range, 400 kW charging, an 800 V architecture and vehicle-to-grid capability.
Xos to add V2G across commercial EV line-up
Xos has announced production for April 2026 of V2G-capable school buses and has committed to adding bidirectional charging across its commercial EV range, enabling depot-level energy management, reduced peak demand charges and participation in utility demand-response programmes.
Proposal for V2G-ready label in EU vehicle approvals
Transport & Environment has recommended a voluntary 'V2G-ready' label on EU Certificates of Conformity, specifying interoperability, inverter, charger and data-sharing requirements, and has called for these criteria to be incorporated into mandatory EU type-approval for new EVs by 2032.
Hyundai highlights V2G safety risks and continues ISO 15118-20 testing
Hyundai says current vehicle-to-grid equipment can create safety, reliability and interoperability risks by bypassing approved communication protocols. It is testing vehicles and bidirectional chargers in Australia and urging future trials to use ISO 15118-20 and formal validation frameworks.
Standardisation needed to unlock vehicle-to-grid charging in Europe
T&E argues that incompatible AC and DC approaches to bidirectional charging are limiting vehicle-to-grid adoption. It calls for EU action to require interoperable AC bidirectional charging in electric vehicles.
Potomac Edison to subsidise 28 electric school buses
Potomac Edison has launched an $11.1-million pilot to subsidise up to 28 electric school buses, cover charging and electrical upgrade costs, and has included vehicle-to-grid testing while providing technical assistance to local school systems.
Hyundai confirms entry-level Elexio EV variant for Australia
Hyundai will add an entry-level Elexio electric SUV to its Australian range in Q2 2026. The China-built model uses an 88kWh LFP battery, supports connected services and V2L, and includes advanced driver assistance systems, but not vehicle-to-grid charging.
HeyCharge awarded €2.5m EIC grant for offline EV charging
HeyCharge has received a €2.5-million European Innovation Council grant to advance its offline SecureCharge FLEX system from TRL 7 to TRL 8, conduct multi-country pilots and pursue EU certification and installer onboarding.
Zūm to deploy fully electric school bus fleet in Branford
Zūm has secured a 10-year contract to deploy a fully electric, vehicle-to-grid‑capable school bus fleet for Branford Public Schools beginning in the 2026–27 school year; the district has reported it is three years ahead of its electrification schedule.
The Mobility House launches vehicle-to-grid platform for utilities
The Mobility House has launched Cascade EV Aggregator, a platform that coordinates smart charging and bidirectional vehicle-to-grid services across chargers and electric-vehicle fleets. It is supporting V2G deployments for school buses in California, Massachusetts and New York.
Tesla to offer vehicle-to-grid capability to Cybertruck owners in Texas
Tesla will introduce vehicle-to-grid capability for selected Cybertruck owners in Texas through its Powershare Grid Support Programme, enabling vehicles to feed electricity back to the grid for energy-bill credits. The programme is expected to expand to California and other US markets.
Varroc wins $48m bi-directional EV charger contract
Varroc has secured a six-year, approximately $48m contract to supply bi-directional AC chargers to a major EV manufacturer, has scheduled production in Romania, and has expanded its role in EV charging and vehicle-to-grid infrastructure.
Kempower details ChargEye cybersecurity architecture
Kempower detailed ChargEye’s cybersecurity architecture, citing ISO 27001 certification, GDPR compliance, V2G PKI encryption, in‑house development, >99% uptime, continuous monitoring, incident response and third‑party security audits.
Australian EV charging and V2G projects secure $21m Arena funding
Flow Power, Essential Energy and a UTS-led team have secured more than $21 million in Australian Renewable Energy Agency funding for ultra-fast and kerbside EV charging, plus a national vehicle-to-grid network.
Heliox 44 kW V2G-capable DC charger
Heliox's 44 kW DC charger provides bidirectional V2G charging, programmable time-of-use schedules and backup discharge; designed and manufactured in the US with Buy America compliance and multiple connectivity options.
Hyundai Motor Group expands V2G and V2H services globally
Hyundai Motor Group will deploy vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home services in Korea, the Netherlands and the US, piloting V2G on Jeju Island and commercial rollout by 2025.
Australian-made bidirectional EV charger receives certification
V2Grid’s Numbat has become Australia’s first Clean Energy Council-certified bidirectional EV charger, enabling vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home use. The 7 kW unit supports CCS2 and CHAdeMO and is due to enter local manufacturing in South Australia.
Thomas Built Buses launches electric Type D school bus
Thomas Built Buses has introduced the Saf‑T‑Liner eHDX2 Wattson, an electric Type D built on HDX2; 246 kWh battery, c.150‑mile range, CCS DC and V2G support; orders end‑2025, deliveries late‑2026.
Driivz releases Platform Version 9 for EV charging
Driivz has launched Platform Version 9, adding EV charging, revenue-tracking, energy-management and fleet tools; the update is available to customers in more than 30 countries.
Polestar enables bi-directional charging for Polestar 3
Polestar and Dcbel offer DC bi-directional charging for Polestar 3 in California, enabling V2H, blackout backup up to ten days and potential annual charging savings of up to US$1,300.
Revcharge launches V2G chargers for Australian EV owners
Revcharge has launched the StarCharge Halo and V2G Numbat bidirectional chargers for Australian EV owners, offering vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-grid use without a trial waiting list. The chargers support selected BYD, MG and Zeekr vehicles and cost A$6,999 including standard installation.
We Drive Solar reports initial results from Utrecht V2G fleet trial
A shared fleet of 50 Renault 5s supplied up to 300kW during evening peaks and dispatched 65MWh over five months. We Drive Solar plans to add 120 vehicles in December and expand the fleet to 500 by 2026, targeting 1MW of grid-congestion relief.
Amber and BYD launch Australia’s first vehicle-to-grid trial
Amber CEO Chris Thompson discusses the launch of Australia’s first vehicle-to-grid trial with BYD, including new battery warranty arrangements supporting drivers using bidirectional charging.
BYD to warranty EV batteries in Amber vehicle-to-grid trial
BYD will warranty batteries in 50 EVs taking part in Amber’s Australian vehicle-to-grid trial. Amber says nearly 4,000 customers are on its V2G waitlist and plans a full commercial product in 2026.
Bidirectional Energy and Wallbox Launch Bidirectional Charging Pilot
Bidirectional Energy and Wallbox have initiated a pilot programme offering bidirectional charging to 180 Kia EV9 owners in California and Connecticut, aiming to support grid services and enable energy cost savings.
RedEarth Launches 11kW V2G EV Charger with Pre-Orders in November
RedEarth Energy Storage will offer its 11kW three-phase vehicle-to-grid charger in Australia from February 2026, allowing EV batteries to interact with home energy systems and wholesale markets.
Australian standards work addresses cybersecurity for vehicle-to-grid charging
Australia’s V2G standards and research efforts are examining how AC and DC systems can be certified and securely integrated. The article highlights ISO 15118-20, OCPP and emerging cybersecurity requirements for connected EV charging equipment.