Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway

Ford offers backup power solutions for homes using F-150 PowerBoost hybrid and Lightning electric trucks, allowing vehicle-to-home energy transfer via a transfer switch on electric meters. The setup costs around $1,100, cheaper than traditional generators, and provides 2-5 days of power depending on the model. Automakers are expanding EV technologies into home energy markets to address grid resilience and backup power needs.