Valeo and Nissan have signed a contract for the commercialisation of Valeo’s bidirectional charging stations in Europe. This agreement supports Nissan’s V2G roadmap in Europe, starting in the UK, by providing bidirectional charging technology for eligible Nissan electric vehicles.
Valeo also expands its charging portfolio for Nissan customers with the introduction of a new Smart Unidirectional (V1G) AC charging station, compliant with the UK EV Smart Charging (EVSCP) standard.
The agreement redefines Nissan electric vehicles as flexible energy assets, capable of supporting both individual mobility needs and broader grid services.
Through this contract, Valeo provides the electrification technologies for Nissan’s integrated energy ecosystem, expanding both companies’ footprint in the electric vehicle market.
For Nissan customers, the benefits are immediate and long-term:
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Lower energy costs: Customers can lower their electricity bills by charging their vehicles when electricity rates are at their lowest. The system also allows owners to use stored energy power to their homes during peak price periods or to maximize the use of their own solar-generated electricity.
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Sustainability contribution: By actively participating in grid balancing, drivers play a direct role in supporting the integration of renewable energy sources.
The commercial rollout in Nissan’s network will begin in the United Kingdom followed by other European countries.
Isabelle D’Ambrosio, Vice President Smart Mobility at Valeo, said: “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. Together, we are accelerating the energy transition across Europe, with innovative solutions that benefit both drivers and grid stability.”
Soufiane El Khomri, Nissan Energy Services Director added: “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 — while driving the transition to a smarter, more sustainable energy model.”
“Nissan and Valeo sign contract for bidirectional charging stations” was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand.