Hyundai and Kia launch AllDayEnergy V2X platform to let EV owners sell power back to grid
By Eve
Hyundai Motor Group launched AllDayEnergy on 24 July 2026, a Vehicle to Everything energy services brand enabling compatible Kia and Hyundai electric vehicles to charge when electricity is cheap and sell stored power back to the grid. The service begins rolling out in the United Kingdom through the Kia App in the second half of 2026. AllDayEnergy is a software layer built on bidirectional charging hardware in E-GMP platform vehicles including the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, offering three tiers starting with Smart Charging (V1G) that adjusts charging timing based on grid load and electricity prices using a standard smart wallbox.
Why it matters
The platform creates new demand for smart charging infrastructure and grid integration services, positioning vehicle batteries as distributed energy assets that require managed charging networks. For CPOs and installers, it signals growing OEM involvement in energy management software that sits between the vehicle and charging hardware, potentially reshaping procurement specifications for fleet and workplace installations.
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- Original title
- “Hyundai and Kia Launch AllDayEnergy to Let EV Owners Sell Power Back to Grid”
- Published
- 24 July 2026
- Updated
- 28 July 2026
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