Overview of vehicle-to-grid in the UK
What vehicle-to-grid technology is, how it lets your electric car export stored energy back to the grid or your home, and where V2G stands in the UK right now.
How V2G works
The technical basics of bidirectional charging — how power flows both ways, what hardware is needed, and how your car battery becomes a mobile energy store.
V2G vs V2H vs V2L
The differences between vehicle-to-grid, vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-load — what each enables, which cars support each mode, and which is most useful today.
Compatible cars
Which electric cars currently support V2G and V2H in the UK, including the Nissan Leaf, MG range and upcoming models with bidirectional charging capability.
Compatible chargers
V2G-capable home chargers available in the UK, including the Wallbox Quasar, Indra Smart PRO and Dreev, with pricing, specs and installation requirements.
Earning potential & savings
How much you could realistically earn or save with V2G in the UK — tariff arbitrage, grid balancing payments, and how it stacks with solar and smart tariffs.
Impact on battery health
Whether V2G cycling degrades your EV battery faster, what the research shows, manufacturer warranty positions, and how smart algorithms minimise wear.
V2G tariffs & trials
Current V2G trial programmes in the UK, which energy suppliers offer V2G-specific tariffs, and how to join a trial or waiting list.
Installation requirements
Electrical requirements for a V2G charger, DNO approval process, three-phase versus single-phase considerations, and typical installation costs.
The future of V2G in the UK
Government policy on bidirectional charging, planned regulatory changes, how V2G fits into the UK’s smart grid strategy, and when mainstream adoption is expected.