Toyota Industries verifies bidirectional on-board charger for Vehicle to Grid technology

Toyota Industries has successfully verified a bidirectional on-board charger that enables AC power supply from battery electric vehicles to grids, based on ISO standards. The technology establishes a foundation for Vehicle to Grid (V2G) adoption, allowing BEVs to discharge power back to the electrical grid.

Why it matters: V2G capability transforms EVs into distributed energy resources, creating new revenue streams for fleet operators and requiring grid operators to integrate bidirectional charging infrastructure into procurement specifications. The ISO-compliant approach signals potential standardisation that could accelerate V2G deployment across charging networks.