Automotive
Volvo adds bidirectional charging to EX30 through software update
The over-the-air update brings vehicle-to-load capabilities to markets outside of North America and East Asia.
The short version
- Volvo is rolling out an over-the-air software update for its EX30 electric vehicle, introducing vehicle-to-load (V2L) bidirectional charging.
- The V2L capability allows drivers to power external devices like laptops, appliances, or camping gear directly from the car's battery.
- The feature will not be available in several major markets, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan.
Key facts
- The new V2L system delivers up to 3 kW at 16 amps and automatically shuts off if the vehicle's battery level falls below 20 percent.[Electrek]
- Drivers must use a separate adapter connected to the vehicle's charge port to draw power for external devices.[Electrek]
- The update also introduces a customizable contextual bar, a redesigned settings menu, and Plug & Charge capabilities for 2026 and newer models in select European markets.[Electrek]
- The V2L functions utilize the CCS2 charging standard in the EMEA, APAC, and Latin America markets.[Electrek]