General Motors is advancing its vehicle-to-home (V2H) technology, enabling electric vehicles to supply power to homes during outages and help consumers manage energy costs through an integrated home energy ecosystem.
The company said it sold more than 246,000 vehicles in 2025 equipped with V2H-capable technology and is among the top two electric vehicle sellers in the United States. Through its GM Energy division, the automaker is pairing V2H-capable electric vehicles with home energy management systems that allow cars and homes to work together when the grid is unavailable.
To accelerate adoption, GM Energy is exploring a leasing programme for its home energy management systems and PowerBank home batteries, allowing customers to pay monthly instead of upfront, lowering entry barriers for homeowners.
GM Energy said the technology can provide backup power, enable energy cost management, and eventually integrate with the grid, offering additional incentives through utility programmes. Owners have already used V2H systems during extreme weather events, while others are using stored energy to reduce electricity bills by charging during off-peak hours and using power during peak periods.
The company is also working toward vehicle-to-grid (V2G) certification with utilities, moving closer to a future where electric vehicles, homes and power grids are interconnected in a unified energy ecosystem.
