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Amanda Roraff
Coverage of Amanda Roraff in the Nexus archive.
- Ford’s F-150 now doubles as a $1,100 home backup generator
Ford’s F-150 PowerBoost hybrid and Lightning electric trucks can now serve as home backup generators via a $1,100 setup that connects to a home’s electric meter. The system allows users to power specific home devices during outages, leveraging Ford’s electrification technology to address grid reliability concerns and support home energy needs.
- Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway
Ford offers a backup power system for F-150 PowerBoost hybrid and Lightning electric trucks, allowing homeowners to connect their vehicles directly to their electric meter during outages. The system, designed for grid resilience and cost-effectiveness, costs around $1,100 and can power homes for up to five days with the hybrid model.