Volvo EX90 Joins the Exciting Global V2H Revolution

The shift toward cleaner, smarter energy is accelerating fast, and Volvo’s new EX90 is arriving at exactly the right moment. With its official entry this week into the global vehicle-to-home (V2H) movement, the EX90 is more than just a premium electric SUV. It is a mobile power source designed to support homes, stabilize the grid and unlock a more resilient energy future.

V2H technology allows an EV to send power back into a house, turning the vehicle into a flexible home battery. As extreme weather, rising energy costs and grid stress become increasingly common, automakers around the world are racing to integrate bi-directional charging into their newest models. The Volvo EX90 now joins this wave, stepping into a fast-growing field that includes Ford, GM, Hyundai, Polestar and several global energy partners.

For homeowners, the benefits are becoming increasingly clear. A V2H-enabled EV can keep essential appliances running during outages, cut energy bills by storing power during off-peak hours and support rooftop solar systems by acting as nighttime storage. The EX90 brings Volvo’s signature safety and engineering discipline to these capabilities, offering a reliable and elegantly designed platform for everyday use and emergency resilience.

Globally, V2H and broader bi-directional charging are gaining momentum as utilities experiment with new programs and regulators push for advanced grid support. Countries in Europe and Asia are already testing EV-based home energy systems at scale, and North America is rapidly catching up as more automakers embrace the technology.

The Volvo EX90’s arrival signals that V2H is no longer experimental. It is becoming mainstream, backed by major automakers and real-world customer demand. As more EVs gain the ability to power homes, consumers will have greater control over their energy lives while helping build a more flexible and sustainable grid.

With the EX90, Volvo is not just launching a new electric flagship. It is helping drive an energy revolution that connects mobility, home power and climate resilience in ways that will shape the next decade of transportation.

dcbel Ara: The Home Energy Station Bringing V2H Power to Everyday Life

Volvo Cars has announced that 2025 EX90 owners in the US can now utilize bi-directional charging capabilities through the dcbel Ara Home Energy Station. More than a charger, the Ara acts as a gateway between your electric vehicle, your home and the grid, giving homeowners unprecedented control over how they use, store and share electricity.

With V2H capability built directly into the system, the dcbel Ara allows an EV to function as a powerful home battery. During normal operation, the Ara can route electricity from the vehicle to the home during peak hours, easing strain on the grid and helping reduce energy bills. When severe weather or unexpected outages strike, the unit instantly shifts into backup mode, keeping essential circuits running by drawing from the EV’s stored energy. This turns your car into a silent, emission-free generator that can support your home for hours or even days depending on the vehicle’s battery size.

The Ara seamlessly integrates with rooftop solar, home energy management systems and smart appliances, creating a unified energy ecosystem that adjusts to your needs in real time. Its software optimizes when to charge, when to discharge and how to use renewable energy most efficiently. The result is a home that becomes more resilient, more affordable to power and better aligned with the growing demands of modern electrification.