EV Charger vs. Vehicle-to-Home (V2H): Which Makes More Sense for Bay Area Homeowners?
As electric vehicles (EVs) become the norm in the Bay Area, homeowners are discovering a new energy opportunity: using their EV to power their home. While EV chargers have been a popular upgrade, Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) technology is now offering even more value.
What Is an EV Charger?
Installing a Tesla Wall Connector or similar Level 2 EV charger makes daily driving easier and faster. It significantly cuts down charging time and integrates well with your solar or SPAN smart panel system.
Top Benefits of a Home EV Charger:
Fast home charging (up to 44 miles of range per hour)
Maximize off-peak time-of-use electricity rates
Seamless integration with Tesla solar and SPAN panels
What Is Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) Technology?
V2H allows your EV battery to send power back to your home. It’s a flexible backup power solution for outages and a strategic tool to avoid peak pricing periods in California.
Top Benefits of V2H for Bay Area Homes:
Use your EV as a backup power source
Lower electricity bills during PG&E peak hours
Pairs with SPAN and Powerwall for complete smart energy control
EV Charger vs. V2H: What’s Right for You?
Need fast, convenient charging? Install a Level 2 home charger.
Want energy resilience and cost control? Go with V2H and SPAN smart panel integration.
FAQ:
Q: Does V2H work with all EVs?
A: Not yet. Compatible EVs include the Ford F-150 Lightning and select models with bidirectional charging capability.
