General Motors is redefining the role of electric vehicles (EVs) with GM Energy, a comprehensive system designed to transform EVs into a key component of home energy management. With public and home charging solutions, as well as bidirectional power capabilities, GM Energy aims to provide customers with greater energy independence and resilience.
Expanding Public Charging Access
GM Energy is significantly enhancing the national charging infrastructure, offering access to more than 231,000 public charging ports, including nearly 50,000 DC fast chargers across the U.S. Through collaborations with EVgo, ChargePoint, and Pilot Flying J, GM is adding thousands of new fast-charging stations, making long-distance EV travel more convenient. Additionally, with a NACS adapter, GM EV owners can now charge at over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger locations.
Home Charging and Energy Independence
For customers charging at home, GM Energy offers a range of solutions, including the PowerShift charger and the V2H Enablement Kit, which allows EVs to power homes during blackouts. The system enables bidirectional charging, turning EVs into backup power sources. The GM Energy Home System further enhances resilience with stationary battery storage through the GM Energy PowerBank, capable of storing up to 35.4 kWh—enough to power an average American home for up to 20 hours.
A Vision for the Future: Vehicle-to-Grid Technology
GM Energy is also exploring vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, which would allow EVs to sell excess power back to the grid, effectively turning them into mobile power plants. By integrating EVs into energy infrastructure, GM envisions a future where vehicles contribute to grid stability and reduce dependence on traditional power sources.
With its multi-faceted approach to energy solutions, GM Energy is positioning itself at the forefront of the EV revolution, ensuring that electric vehicles are more than just a mode of transportation—they’re an essential part of an energy-efficient future.
