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Tesla Expands Powershare Home Backup to Model 3 and Model Y
Key points
- Powershare Home Backup now available for Model 3 and Model Y.
- Requires Tesla Powerwall 3 for functionality.
- Provides up to two days of backup power for Premium and Performance models.
- Limited to vehicles ordered from October 1st onward in US and Puerto Rico.
Powershare Feature Expansion
Tesla has extended its Powershare Home Backup feature to include Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. Previously, this capability was exclusive to the Cybertruck. This expansion allows owners of these EV models to use their vehicle's battery as a power source for their homes during electrical outages.
Hardware Requirements and Power Capacity
To utilize the Powershare Home Backup feature, owners must also possess a Tesla Powerwall 3. Support for Powerwall 2 and Powerwall Plus is planned for future release. Tesla states that Model 3 and Model Y Premium and Performance models can provide over two days of backup power, which is less than the Cybertruck's claimed three days.
Geographic and Model Limitations
The feature is currently available only in the US and Puerto Rico. Additionally, Tesla guarantees Home Backup functionality only for Model 3 and Model Y vehicles ordered from October 1st onward, as older models may lack the necessary PCS2 Lite inverter. The feature is not available for Model S or Model X vehicles. Tesla's Powershare Grid Support remains exclusive to the Cybertruck.
Industry Context
Tesla is not the first automaker to offer bidirectional charging capabilities. Other companies, such as Kia and GM, provide vehicle-to-home power options, and Nissan's Leaf offered power-to-grid charging years prior.
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Tesla has expanded its Powershare Home Backup feature to include Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, allowing them to provide backup power to homes during outages. This feature requires a Tesla Powerwall 3 and is currently limited to vehicles ordered from October 1st onward in the US and Puerto Rico.