Valeo and Nissan to Launch Smart V1G and V2G EV Charging Solutions in the UK

Valeo and Nissan have entered an agreement to roll out smart V1G and bidirectional V2G charging solutions in Europe, starting with the United Kingdom market. The partnership aims to transform electric vehicles into mobile energy assets that can store electricity during low-demand periods and return it to the grid when needed. This initiative is a significant step for the EV sector as it integrates vehicles more deeply into home energy management and broader grid stability efforts.

The collaboration introduces two primary charging products: a smart unidirectional AC station and an advanced bidirectional AC station. The V1G charger is designed to comply with the UK’s Electric Vehicles Smart Charge Points (EVSCP) standard, allowing it to respond to grid signals and electricity tariffs to shift charging to lower-cost periods automatically. Meanwhile, the V2G technology enables a two-way energy flow, permitting electricity stored in a vehicle’s battery to be exported back to the grid during peak demand, effectively turning the EV into a grid-supporting asset.

For Nissan EV owners, these solutions offer multiple financial and operational benefits, including the ability to charge at the lowest possible prices and use stored energy to power homes during expensive peak hours. The system also facilitates the better utilization of on-site solar energy, contributing to the wider integration of renewable sources. Isabelle D’Ambrosio, Vice President of Smart Mobility at Valeo, stated that the contract represents a decisive step in the company's ambition to shape electric mobility by redefining EVs as critical grid assets.

Nissan plans to offer these bidirectional capabilities through its Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) services, aiming to transition EVs from simple mobility products to active energy management tools. Soufiane El Khomri, Nissan Energy Services Director, emphasized that the integration of Valeo’s technology provides European customers with the tools to manage energy costs while contributing to grid resilience. The commercial rollout will begin through Nissan’s UK network before expanding to other European markets, positioning the UK as a testing ground for a broader energy ecosystem.