The expert from VW subsidiary Elli explains what bidirectional charging can deliver for the energy and mobility transition, where deployment stands today, and which regulatory hurdles still need clearing in Germany and Europe.
Regulatory reforms and new standards have unlocked electric vehicles as mobile storage units, and bidirectional charging is moving from pilot to commercial reality – as Power2Drive Europe 2026 will demonstrate from 23 to 25 June in Munich.
From bidirectional EV chargers and underbody fleet charging to megawatt-ready meters and distributed fast-charging systems, the 2026 finalists show how e-mobility is moving towards more powerful, more flexible charging infrastructure.
With deployments accelerating in Brighton, Reading and beyond, char.gy's lamp-column model is turning on-street parking into a practical charging option for millions of UK households.
New and updated products from Raycap cover DC fast-charge infrastructure, high-voltage PV applications and modern busbar systems at Smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich.
The era of petrol and diesel dominance is drawing to a close. Mobility is transitioning to electric, with millions of private electric cars, company fleets, and commercial vehicles creating new demands on the energy supply. Filling stations, parking garages, and parking lots now represent opportunities to provide EVs with solar power.
The Mainz-based e-mobility company Lade is launching an all-in-one AC charging system for large charging parks, supporting single- and three-phase charging up to 22 kW with AI-driven energy management.
The HV-MELA-BAT programme is advancing megawatt-scale charging with modular DC/DC converters, achieving high efficiency and enabling over 1 MW charging on a limited grid connection.
New Automotive and E-Mobility Europe map close to €200bn in committed capital across vehicles, batteries and charging, with 150,000 jobs already tied to projects now under political pressure.
A new study by Eurelectric and EY estimates that fleet electrification could unlock cumulative operating cost savings of up to €246 billion by 2030.
Kostal Solar Electric will use the Munich show to launch the PLENTICORE BI 25 battery inverter, ENECTOR G2 wallboxes, an Auto BackUp Switch and Multi-Device-Control for multi-inverter sites.
The Utrecht Energized initiative unites Renault Group, We Drive Solar, MyWheels and the city administration to deploy a fleet of fifty Renault 5 E‑Tech cars with bidirectional charging.
The logistics provider is combining PV, storage and EV charging at its main distribution site, targeting a 50 percent reduction in electricity costs while meeting growing operational needs.
A field test in Canada’s Northwest Territories demonstrates how off-grid renewables can support transport electrification, lower energy costs and strengthen supply security in isolated regions.
A student-led project is exploring how integrated photovoltaics can support mobile healthcare off the grid, testing how solar can improve resilience and autonomy in remote regions.
The deal opens char.gy's residential charging network to fleet drivers without driveways, addressing a pan-European sticking point as city electrification outpaces on-street provision.
A network of megawatt chargers is taking shape along Europe's key freight corridors, allowing heavy-duty e-trucks to recharge in record time and clearing a major hurdle for zero-emission logistics.
More than 83,000 battery electric vehicles were delivered in a single month, with overall car market growth of 4.9 percent driven by electrification and fuel price volatility.
Regulatory hurdles around home charging are emerging as a key barrier to EV uptake among households without driveways. New survey data highlights the scale of the issue and growing pressure for reform.
Electric vehicle registrations in the United Kingdom reached a new high in March, with battery electric vehicles accounting for 22.7 percent of new car sales and helping drive overall market growth.
On-demand electric vans with battery swapping can provide continuous door-to-door service while reducing private car use, cutting emissions and supporting renewable integration into the grid, writes guest author Richard Peel.
Electric vehicle adoption in England is spreading beyond wealthy early adopters. New data suggests uptake is broadening across most socio-economic groups, raising fresh questions about charging infrastructure and electricity demand.
As electric vehicle deployment accelerates in the UK, BYD has joined Electric Vehicles UK, reflecting a growing focus on consumer confidence, system integration and grid readiness.
At the Rimini trade fair, Nidec Conversion will focus on BESS and e-mobility, presenting a newly developed power conversion system for storage, PV and hydrogen.
New UK research highlights battery health concerns and lack of finance options as barriers to second-hand electric vehicle sales, with lessons for European markets.
