Tesla finally held the Cybertruck Delivery Event on Thursday, revealing its pricing, key specifications, and other technologies. One of the notable features Cybertruck brings to the table is the “Powershare” bidirectional charging technology.
With the introduction of the Powershare, the Cybertruck became the first Tesla electric vehicle model to support bidirectional charging.
Tesla’s Powershare
The Powershare is Tesla’s bidirectional charging technology that supports vehicle-to-load (V2L), vehicle-to-home (V2H), and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) capabilities.
Cybertruck owners can now tap into the model’s batteries to power their camping equipment, power tools, or even their household during emergencies.
Notably, the Cybertruck also features a 240-volt outlet in its rear bed to power other electric vehicles. According to Next Big Future, Tesla’s all-electric pickup can generate up to 11.5kW, beating the Ford F-150 Lightning’s 9.6kW of onboard power.
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Drive Tesla Canada noted that the Powershare’s V2L capability will allow Cybertruck owners to use the vehicle’s energy to power equipment via its five different outlets that produce 9.6kW continuous power.
Meanwhile, the V2H feature offers a more powerful 11.5kW output capacity. It will enable the e-pickup to support a household during electrical outages or grid instability.
As mentioned, it can also charge another vehicle via its V2V capability. What’s more remarkable about Tesla’s new Powershare is the incorporation of its Powerwall.
Powerwall owners can benefit from the Powershare technology without spending on additional equipment. It could boost the Powerwall’s storage capacity to surpass 100+kWh with the Cybertruck’s battery.
Tesla boasts that Powershare can sufficiently power a household for “over three days” with a 30kWh daily consumption on average.
“Tesla Powershare is currently available for Cybertruck only.
†Estimate based on 30 kWh energy use per day. Result may vary based on your actual energy use.”
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Powershare specs
Presented below are the key specifications of the Powershare, as displayed on Tesla’s official website:
| Powershare Specs | Home Backup | Outlets |
| Max Continuous Real Power | 11.5 kW | 9.6 kW |
| LRA Motor Start | 110A | 110A |
| Nominal Voltage | 240V AC | 120/240V AC |
| Certifications | Meets US safety and EMI standards | Meets US safety and EMI standards |
| Installation1 | • Universal Wall Connector • Tesla Gateway • Backup Switch (optional)2 | – |
| Outlets1 | – | 4 x 120V • 2 cabin outlets (up to 20A) • 2 cargo bed outlets (up to 20A) 1 x 240V • 1 cargo bed outlet (up to 40A) |
| Notes | 1 Equipment sold separately. No additional equipment required when homes are equipped with Powerwall and Wall Connector. 2 Faster, more affordable installations when approved by utility and jurisdiction. | 1 Add additional 120V or 240V outlets with Powershare Mobile Connector and Outlet Adapters (up to 32A). |
Tesla’s Powershare officially debuts as one of the innovative technologies of the new all-electric pickup Cybertruck. Nonetheless, the electric automaker hints at its possible launch into future models. This significant development highlights Tesla’s commitment to stay competitive in the rapidly growing market and ensure that its vehicles are up to the latest trend.
