Bi-directional Charging on the Upcoming Volvo EX90
October 07 2022,
The Volvo EX90 is a new electric SUV that will bring a number of new and advanced technologies to the brand in terms of safety, but also in terms of power management.
Bi-directional charging is a new technology that is becoming more and more popular in electric vehicles. Its purpose is to make it possible to use the energy stored in the battery of EVs for other purposes than only driving them down the road.
In the case of the EX90, this means that the vehicle will be able to serve as a powerful and clean mobile generator for its owners.
For example, the bi-directional charging feature can be used during a weekend camping trip in the woods to power an electric cooktop, an air compressor to inflate mattresses, bike tires, inflatable boats, etc. In addition, the EX90 could be used to operate power tools in areas where there is no electrical service without generating any local pollution.
Even when staying at home, the bi-directional charging feature of the Volvo EX90 is capable of making life easier by providing a reliable emergency power source during long power outages. This is especially important in winter since the house’s heating system can function normally for a number of days, which makes sure everyone is safe and comfortable in their own home.
During periods of increased electrical demand, the EX90 can also supply some of its energy to the house in order to keep energy bills low and it can even make owners eligible for credits from their energy providers by sending power back into the grid.
Once this technology is implanted into more Volvo models, it will also be possible to share electricity between the EX90 and another EV in order to help drivers who are running out of battery.
In order to make it easier to use, almost all of the features of the energy management system in the EX90 will be controllable via the Volvo Cars App.
