Ford details bidirectional charging features for upcoming sub-$30,000 electric pickup
Ford has confirmed that its forthcoming electric truck, currently codenamed Fathom, will include integrated bidirectional charging hardware as a standard feature.
Ford is preparing for the launch of a new electric pickup truck priced under $30,000, internally referred to as the Fathom. A key technical feature of the vehicle is its integrated bidirectional charging system, which allows the truck to serve as a power source for homes or external equipment.
While bidirectional charging—known as vehicle-to-home (V2H) or vehicle-to-load (V2L)—has appeared in previous electric models, it often requires expensive additional equipment. Ford’s approach aims to embed the necessary inverter technology directly into the vehicle architecture to lower the barrier for consumer adoption.
This development follows the company’s decision to phase out the F-150 Lightning and signals a shift toward more accessible electric vehicle pricing. The official reveal of the production model is expected to occur in the coming months, providing further details on the vehicle's range and charging specifications.