Toyota partners with British Gas for smart charging, V2G in future
The partnership will launch in 2026 and will initially allow for charging to automatically shift to off-peak hours.
Toyota has partnered with British Gas to bring smart charging features to Toyota and Lexus electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) drivers.
The partnership will launch in 2026 and will initially allow for charging to automatically shift to off-peak hours, remote charging control via an app and access to renewable energy.
Toyota plans to add vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration later, allowing vehicles to return energy into the grid.
Customers will be able to access incentives and rewards for participating in grid-balancing.
Leon Van Der Merwe, vice president of circular economy and energy business at Toyota Motor Europe, said: “This initiative is a milestone in Toyota’s broader electrification strategy and supports its ambition to contribute to a more sustainable society.
“By enabling smart, flexible, and green charging, Toyota is helping to shape a future where mobility and energy work hand in hand for the benefit of customers, communities, and the planet.”
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