Nissan to launch affordable vehicle-to-grid technology in 2026

Nissan have announced that it will launch affordable bi-directional charging on selected vehicles from 2026.

This project follows the commitment that Nissan made in their business plan, The Arc, to deliver differentiated innovations that enable EV transition, while unlocking new revenue streams and supporting the company’s long-term vision, Ambition 2030, to create a cleaner, safer and more inclusive world.

Nissan’s vehicle-to-grid technology will enable vehicle owners to use electricity stored in their car’s battery to power their homes or sell it back into the grid. This solution could be great for South Africa where load shedding and power interruptions remain a part of daily life.

Nissan is of the opinion that EVs equipped with vehicle-to-grid technology can play a crucial role in integrating and increasing the mix of renewables into the energy supply by storing electricity generated by wind or solar and directing it into the grid when needed and in this way reducing dependency on fossil fuels.

Nissan believes that this technology is a potential game changer for customers and how people think about EVs. EVs could become more than just about getting from A to B but can also be utilised as mobile energy storage units that can save people money and support the transition from fossil fuels to a carbon-free future.

Nissan has done extensive research and experimentation in the vehicle-to-grid concept  with approximately 40 projects, conducted in various markets around the world in the last decade.

Following a successful year-long trial at the University of Nottingham, UK, Nissan became the first automotive company to gain G99 Grid Code certification with an AC-based solution. This certification enables the holder to supply electricity into the UK national energy supply.

Under the banner of Nissan Energy, Nissan aims to roll-out V2G technology in the UK, followed by other markets in Europe, offering consumers either AC or DC based vehicle-to-grid solutions, in alignment with local infrastructure and regulatory requirements.

Nissan’s vehicle-to-grid technology will give customers complete control and flexibility over their energy via a dedicated app.

The launch of Nissan’s vehicle-to-grid technology forms part of Nissan’s strategy to create a fully integrated energy ecosystem, with sustainably manufactured EVs providing zero-emission transport, charged using clean energy and capable of providing power to the home as well as the grid.