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What is V2H? While most drivers know they can charge an electric vehicle (EV) at home, only a few know that some newer EVs can power their homes. V2H, which stands for vehicle-to-home charging, allows drivers to use their EVs to power their homes during an outage. Many newer GM EVs, including the growing number of Cadillac models, can supply electricity to your home. Learn more about V2H charging in this guide from the team at Lafayette Cadillac as we explore the following topics:
Major automakers are not only offering V2H charging in their EVs but also other charging types, such as V2G and V2L. Explore the differences among these charging compatibilities here:
With these offerings, EVs can be of use even when you’re not traveling around Frankfort in them. Take a blackout as an example. A V2H-compatible electric car can act as your home battery backup, offering additional convenience beyond your Indianapolis drives.
An average EV with a 60-kilowatt-hour battery can power a home for about 2 days when fully charged, according to CNET. Depending on usage, the power can often last even longer.
Would you like access to this brilliant new source of backup power? You can do so with one of the following Cadillac EVs:
To unlock bidirectional charging capability in one of these models, you’ll need to add the GM Energy Vehicle-To-Home (V2H) Enablement Kit to the GM Energy PowerShift Charger, along with making necessary adjustments to your home.
Now that you know more about vehicle-to-home charging, it’s time to experience this revolutionary technology firsthand. Contact us today to schedule your consultation with a member of our team who will review the benefits V2H can offer you. While you’re here, be sure to explore our inventory of new Cadillac EVs.
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