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Volkswagen is making waves in Europe with the introduction of innovative bidirectional charging technology. This cutting-edge Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) technology allows electric vehicles not only to draw power from the grid but also to give back to it. Excitingly, Volkswagen has confirmed that this feature is now available on its latest ID electric vehicles in Europe.
The bidirectional charging option is offered on Volkswagen ID models equipped with the 77-kilowatt-hour usable battery pack and running ID Software 3.5 or higher. This includes popular models like the refreshed ID.3 and ID.4, the latest version of the ID.5, the all-new ID.7, and the much-anticipated ID.Buzz. Even existing customers will receive this feature through a software update.
It’s important to note that other automakers have already made strides with bidirectional charging in Europe, but Volkswagen is determined to catch up and make its mark in this innovative technology.
For those in the US, the burning question is whether this exciting technology will reach American shores. Volkswagen of America has hinted at the possibility, stating, “We are investigating this.” However, a concrete timeline for its introduction in the US is yet to be revealed.
Bidirectional charging allows an electric car to act as an extension of your home’s energy storage system. When your home storage system requires additional energy, the ID electric vehicle can supply power. It’s worth noting that bidirectional charging ceases when the vehicle’s high-voltage battery reaches a 20% state of charge, ensuring the EV remains ready to hit the road when needed.
This innovative technology also opens up possibilities for efficiently utilizing renewable energy. In addition to powering homes, Volkswagen envisions this technology being used to store excess electricity generated by a home’s photovoltaic system.
With its practical applications and potential for reducing energy costs, bidirectional charging technology marks an exciting development in the world of electric vehicles.