Impact on Battery Lifespan
Bidirectional charging means more frequent charging and discharging cycles, which can contribute to battery wear over time.
How Significant Is the Impact?
Modern EV batteries are designed to handle thousands of cycles. With smart energy controls and good thermal management, the extra wear from V2X use is usually minimal.
What Affects Degradation?
- Depth of discharge — deep cycles wear batteries faster.
- Battery temperature during charging/discharging.
- Battery chemistry and design.
Best Practices
- Use V2X mainly during outages or off-peak hours.
- Avoid frequent deep discharges.
- Monitor battery health if your EV offers diagnostics.