General Motors and Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) have launched a Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) pilot program in Central and Northern California, offering participating customers up to $4,500 in rebates on GM Energy home products.
The pilot aims to assess how bidirectional charging technology can benefit customers and improve grid stability. Participants must own a GM electric vehicle with bidirectional capabilities, including the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV, Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Cadillac Lyriq EV, GMC Sierra, and select 2025 models.
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“For Northern California customers looking to take more control of their home energy, this program with PG&E represents a great opportunity,” said Wade Sheffer, GM Energy’s vice president. “This pilot showcases the unique advantages of EVs while potentially reducing ownership costs in the future.”
PG&E Vice President Mike Delaney said the initiative “creates a path for EVs to power customer homes, benefiting all Californians,” adding that bidirectional charging could improve grid reliability and cost savings.
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Participants may also qualify for additional incentives by remaining in the program and participating in planned backup power events.
The program follows a similar initiative by Ford in Southern California, which began in late 2024 with Southern California Edison. Ford’s project initially focused on smart charging, with bidirectional capabilities planned for a later phase.