Automotive
PG&E expands bidirectional EV charging program with new models and incentives up to $17,000
The California utility added vehicles from Nissan, Volvo, Polestar, and Kia alongside stacked grants for residential and commercial customers.
The short version
- Pacific Gas and Electric Company expanded its Vehicle-to-Everything program to support additional electric vehicles, including models from Nissan, Volvo, Polestar, Kia, and General Motors.
- Residential participants can receive up to $17,000 by stacking utility rebates, early-adopter bonuses, and California Energy Commission grants.
- Enrollment for eligible EV owners and commercial operators is open through June 30, 2027.
Key facts
- PG&E added several EV and charger combinations to its V2X list, including the Nissan Leaf, Volvo EX90, and Polestar 3 paired with DCBel Ara chargers, as well as the Kia EV6 and EV9 with Wallbox Quasar 2 chargers.[Electrek]
- The utility incorporated new GM models into the program, including the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt, Cadillac Celestiq, and Cadillac Escalade IQL.[Electrek]
- Residential customers are eligible for upfront incentives of $2,500, or $3,000 in disadvantaged communities, with the first 250 enrollees qualifying for an extra $1,500 bonus.[Electrek]
- Eligible hardware setups can receive up to $13,000 in California Energy Commission grant funding, bringing potential total residential incentives to approximately $17,000.[Electrek]
- Commercial incentives range from $2,500 to $5,000 depending on the kilowatt capacity of the installed bidirectional charger.[Electrek]
What remains uncertain
- The specific eligibility criteria and total availability for the $13,000 California Energy Commission grants have not been detailed.[Electrek]