The Chevrolet Silverado EV brings you bidirectional charging that turns your electric truck into a backup power source for your home. This practical technology, also known as Vehicle-to-Home or V2H, lets your truck send stored energy back to your house when the power goes out, keeping your family comfortable and connected. Chevrolet Van Nuys is here to help you understand how this game-changing feature makes your Chevrolet Silverado EV work even harder for you.
Your Truck Becomes Your Home's Power Source
Bidirectional charging works by allowing energy to flow both ways between your Chevrolet Silverado EV and your home. While traditional charging only sends power to your truck's battery, this innovative system lets it send power back when you need it most. Your Chevrolet Silverado EV stores energy in its massive Ultium® battery pack, and when the lights go out in your neighborhood, your truck keeps them on at your house.
The striking exterior of the Chevrolet Silverado EV combines advanced electric technology with the dependable capability you expect from America's favorite truck. Its thoughtfully designed cabin puts almost everything at your fingertips, including the ability to monitor your home's power usage right from your truck.
Setting Up Your Home Energy System
Getting bidirectional charging ready for your home requires the GM Energy PowerShift® Charger and Vehicle-to-Home Enablement Kit. This system safely disconnects your home from the grid and allows your Silverado EV to provide up to 10.2 kilowatts of power during outages. Professional installation ensures everything works properly and meets local electrical codes.
The Chevrolet Silverado EV can keep your home running for up to 21 days with reduced energy usage. That means your refrigerator stays cold, your lights stay on, and your family stays comfortable until the power comes back on.
Experience the Chevrolet Silverado EV in Van Nuys
Ready to discover how the Chevrolet Silverado EV can power both your adventures and your home? Visit Chevrolet Van Nuys to see this electric truck in action and learn how bidirectional charging brings peace of mind to your family. Our team can walk you through the Vehicle-to-Home setup and help you understand how this reliable American truck keeps working for you, even when the power goes out.