Valeo to Supply Bidirectional V2G Charging Stations to Nissan in Europe, Starting in UK
Valeo and Nissan signed a contract for commercial rollout of bidirectional V2G charging stations in Europe, beginning in the United Kingdom.
- 2026
- 20.9 billion
- 2025
What Happened
Valeo and Nissan have announced an agreement to launch a comprehensive EV charging offer in the European market, starting in the UK. The initiative introduces two complementary solutions: a Smart Unidirectional (V1G) AC charging station compliant with the UK EVSCP standard, and an Advanced Bidirectional (V2G) AC charging station. Through this contract, Valeo provides electrification technologies for Nissan's integrated energy ecosystem, expanding both companies' footprint in electric mobility.
- Smart charging that adapts to grid signals and energy pricing, fully compliant with UK EVSCP standard. Drivers benefit f
- Enables continuous, intelligent dialogue between EV and grid, allowing stored energy to be fed back when demand is high.
- Lower energy costs by charging when rates are lowest and using stored power during peak periods.
- Contribute to grid stability and support integration of renewable energy sources.
- Maximize use of own solar-generated electricity.
Valeo and Nissan announce agreement for V2G charging rollout in Europe, starting in the UK.
Solutions presented at Power2Drive Europe exhibition in Munich (Hall 6, Booth 416).
“This major contract with Nissan represents a decisive step in Valeo’s ambition to shape the future of electric mobility. By combining Valeo’s technological leadership in bidirectional charging with Nissan’s vision for an integrated energy ecosystem, we are redefining the electric vehicle as a critical asset for the grid.”
“This agreement with Valeo marks a concrete step in how Nissan is redefining its vehicles as energy assets, not just mobility products. By integrating Valeo’s bidirectional charging technology into our V2X service offer, we are giving our customers in Europe the tools to actively manage their energy, reduce costs, and contribute to grid resilience.”
Why this matters
This partnership turns Nissan EVs into mobile energy assets that can feed power back to the grid, helping drivers lower energy costs and support renewable energy integration. It marks a concrete step toward widespread V2G adoption in Europe, affecting Nissan EV owners and grid operators.
Terms in This Story
- V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid)
- Technology that allows electric vehicles to communicate with the power grid and feed stored energy back when demand is high.
- V1G (Smart Charging)
- Unidirectional charging that adjusts based on grid signals and pricing to optimize costs and support grid stability.
- EVSCP (Electric Vehicles Smart Charge Points)
- UK standard for smart charging stations that can respond to grid signals and adapt charging accordingly.
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