Volvo car battery energy storage solution

Can a Volvo car battery be used as an energy supply?

Alexander Petrofski, the new head of Volvo Cars Energy Solutions, says: “With bi-directional charging, you can use your car battery as an extra energy supply, for example to provide power to your home, other electric devices or another electric Volvo car.

Does Volvo have a home charging system?

The Swedish automaker plans its own charging hardware, as well as energy storage for the home. Volvo is launching a new business unit focused on charging solutions as well as home energy storage and transfer.

Can a car battery be used as an energy supply?

“With bi-directional charging, you can use your car battery as an extra energy supply, for example to provide power to your home, other electric devices or another electric Volvo car,” said Alexander Petrofski, the new head of Volvo Cars Energy Solutions.

Do Volvo Cars have lithium ion batteries?

Vehicle specifications may vary from one country to another and may be altered without prior notification. Volvo Car Group has signed long-term agreements with leading battery makers CATL and LG Chem to ensure the multi-billion dollar supply of lithium ion batteries over the coming decade for next generation Volvo and Polestar models.

How much electricity does a Volvo car use?

Volvo Cars engineers have calculated that the total battery capacity of the on-road fleet of electric Volvo Cars will reach around 50 GWh by mid-decade. While these cars will use several TWh in electricity each year, this energy consumption is flexible and can be moved in time via smart charging.

What is a battery energy storage system?

Battery Energy Storage Systems can power buildings, be used for off-grid applications, or store energy from renewable sources. Volvo Energy has invested in battery energy storage specialists Connected Energy as a part of securing the acceleration of the Group’s battery business.