Amber and BYD Join Forces to Push V2G Tech in Australia

Amber has taken another major step in its mission to turn electric vehicles into home and grid power sources, announcing a key partnership milestone with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and BYD. The Chinese automaker will now warrant 50 Amber customers’ EV batteries as part of the ongoing vehicle-to-grid (V2G) trial, helping to ease warranty concerns.

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What Does the Amber V2G Trial Aim to Prove?

Amber’s trial showcases how EVs can double as massive “batteries on wheels,” capable of powering homes, cutting energy bills, and supporting the national grid with renewable energy. The concept, known collectively as V2X (vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-grid), is seen as the next leap in energy automation.

Early results are promising:

• A NSW household earned $300 overnight by feeding energy back into the grid.
• A Victorian household made $257 in a single day.
• The trial shows no negative impact on battery health beyond normal use.

Amber’s Co-CEO Dan Adams said the program highlights how EVs can transform Australia’s solar-powered homes into dynamic energy hubs. Unlike previous trials, participants have full flexibility, they can plug in whenever convenient, while Amber’s automation handles the rest.

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BYD’s Backing Adds Confidence and Momentum

BYD’s involvement marks a major endorsement for Amber’s V2G ambitions. By guaranteeing battery warranties, the brand eliminates one of the main hurdles to V2G adoption, uncertainty regarding the warranty impact from V2G use.

BYD Chief Product Officer Sajid Hasan said the company’s partnership with Amber represents a shared vision for sustainable energy:

“Together, we’ll help customers unlock the full potential of their New Energy Vehicles to power their homes and support the grid when it needs it most.”

The collaboration also aligns with BYD’s broader strategy of expanding its EV ecosystem in Australia, from vehicles to renewable energy integration.

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What’s Next for Amber’s V2G Program?

Amber already has nearly 4,000 Australians on its V2G waitlist, with a commercial rollout planned for 2026. The trial’s initial phase includes 50 chargers supplied by StarCharge, a global leader in bidirectional charging technology. Amber will also test chargers from multiple brands available in Australia, including its battery partner SigEnergy.

Key points for participants:

• No minimum plug-in time is required.
• All earnings and energy savings go directly to customers.
• More vehicles will be added to the trial in coming months.

Amber’s data-driven, flexible approach could set a benchmark for how Australian households use EVs to cut costs and strengthen renewable energy adoption.