Valeo and Nissan have signed a contract to commercialize Valeo’s bidirectional vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging stations across Europe, beginning in the United Kingdom. The agreement gives eligible Nissan electric vehicles access to Valeo’s bidirectional charging technology, which lets a compatible car feed stored battery energy back to the grid. It also expands Valeo’s Ineez portfolio with a new unidirectional smart charging station built for the same Nissan customers.
Highlights
- The contract covers two charging products: a Smart Unidirectional (V1G) AC station and an Advanced Bidirectional (V2G) AC station, both offered through Nissan’s European network.
- The new V1G station is compliant with the UK’s EV Smart Charge Points (EVSCP) standard.
- Commercial rollout begins in the United Kingdom and then extends to other European countries.
- Both products are being shown at Power2Drive Europe in Munich from June 23–25, 2026, at Valeo’s stand in Hall 6, Booth 416.
A Two-Tier Charging Offer
The agreement pairs two complementary AC charging stations. The Connected Unidirectional (V1G) unit provides managed charging that adapts to grid signals and energy pricing, and it is compliant with the UK EVSCP standard. According to the companies, drivers using it can lower charging costs while supporting grid stability without added hardware complexity.
The Smart Bidirectional (V2G) station enables a two-way exchange between the vehicle and the grid. Energy stored in the car’s battery can be fed back when demand is high, which the companies say reduces costs, helps balance the grid, and creates new value for the driver. Valeo’s bidirectional V2G charging station allows compatible Nissan electric vehicles to act as mobile energy reservoirs that supply power to the wider grid.
What the Deal Means for Nissan Drivers
Valeo and Nissan describe two main benefits for customers. On cost, owners can charge when electricity rates are lowest and draw on stored energy to power their homes during peak-price periods or to make fuller use of their own solar generation. On sustainability, the companies say drivers who participate in grid balancing help integrate more renewable energy into the system.
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.”
A UK-First Rollout
The commercial rollout through Nissan’s network will start in the United Kingdom before expanding to other European countries, supporting Nissan’s V2G roadmap in the region. Through the contract, Valeo supplies the charging hardware for the integrated energy services Nissan plans to offer its European customers.
Soufiane El Khomri, Nissan Energy Services Director, said: “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.”
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