PG&E, Tesla launch Cybertruck V2X program

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Tesla (TSLA) have partnered to integrate the Tesla (TSLA) Cybertruck and related hardware into PG&E’s residential Vehicle‑to‑Everything (V2X) program in California. The companies announced on April 20, 2026, that the Cybertruck, Tesla Powershare Gateway and Tesla Universal Wall Connector are now approved for the utility’s V2X pilot.

The move marks a significant step for bidirectional electric vehicle integration on PG&E’s system, allowing eligible Tesla customers to use their vehicles as mobile energy resources. PG&E describes the development as a major milestone for the future of electric power in California.

Under the residential V2X pilot, PG&E customers who own a Tesla Cybertruck can install Powershare Home Backup and activate Powershare Grid Support. This setup allows them to power their homes during outages and export electricity to the grid during designated grid events.

Participation is opt‑in and event‑based. During periods of high electricity demand, enrolled Cybertrucks may export power in response to PG&E grid signals. In return, customers receive compensation for the exported energy, while retaining control over driving needs and backup power preferences.

Tesla’s Powershare platform coordinates these exports through software-enabled grid programs, including PG&E’s Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP). The companies state that this integration helps balance supply and demand on the system while providing a new revenue opportunity for EV owners.

Customers in PG&E’s residential V2X pilot may be eligible for up to $4,500 in incentives. These funds can be applied toward bidirectional‑enabled equipment such as the Tesla Universal Wall Connector and Powershare Gateway, as well as utility interconnection costs.

Additional incentives may be available for participating in planned grid or backup power events and for remaining enrolled through the end of the pilot program. These incentives are intended to offset installation costs and encourage consistent participation.

PG&E notes that California has the largest electric vehicle market in the United States and that it serves more EV drivers than any other utility. By adding the Cybertruck and Powershare products, PG&E expands its list of approved V2X technologies, which already includes vehicles from Ford (F) and General Motors (GM).

The company highlights several roles for V2X-enabled EVs: flexible energy resources, backup power for homes, and grid support during peak demand. Executives from both PG&E and Tesla say that integrating EVs into the grid can improve flexibility, resilience and affordability for customers.

The Cybertruck and Tesla PowerShare system represent the first alternating current (AC) vehicle‑to‑grid application approved for customers in California. Previously, most vehicle‑to‑grid implementations have relied on specialized direct current (DC) charging equipment.

By enabling AC-based bidirectional power flow through conventional residential electrical service, the Tesla setup is designed to simplify hardware and installation. PG&E and Tesla state that this approach can lower system complexity and cost, improve compatibility with home electrical systems, and help accelerate broader adoption of V2X technology.

PG&E directs interested customers to its V2X program website for enrollment details, while Tesla provides additional information about Powershare on its own site. Both companies position the collaboration as part of a broader effort to turn EVs into grid assets as well as transportation tools.