Turn your GM EV into backup battery power with a GM Energy Home System [Video]
Electrek • 5/9/2026
Summary
GM has introduced a system that allows homeowners to use their GM electric vehicles (EVs) as backup battery power during blackouts. This system can provide power to a properly equipped home when the electricity goes out, offering an alternative to traditional generators and battery backups.
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