BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles, has joined forces with Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy supplier, to announce the launch of the Power Pack Bundle – the UK’s first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) bundle – and it’s a gamechanger for EV drivers.
Announced today at Octopus Energy’s Energy Tech Summit, the Power Pack Bundle will include a leased V2G-ready BYD Dolphin, a V2G Zaptec Pro charger and access to a smart tariff that offers completely FREE charging at home.
This means typical EV drivers can slash their bills by £620 a year compared to charging on a standard variable tariff – and save almost £1000 compared to fuelling up a gas-guzzler*.
V2G makes EVs work as a battery on wheels – both charging and sending power back to the grid at peak times, reducing the need for having to turn on dirty fossil fuel plants.
The Power Pack Bundle uses Octopus Energy Group’s tech platform, Kraken, to unlock these savings for customers and make things as simple as possible.
All drivers need to do is plug in their car most nights and let the tech do the rest. The fully automated process leaves drivers with guaranteed free charging at home for all the miles in their lease**.
This is the first time V2G tech has gone commercial in the UK, thanks to the BYD Dolphin’s market-leading technology. With more V2G-ready cars coming soon, hundreds of thousands of EVs could soon act as mini power stations.
Octopus and BYD have also partnered with Motability Operations to make the V2G technology available to disabled people across the UK – ensuring low-cost electric driving is accessible to all.
Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD, said: “We’re thrilled to officially launch our V2G project with Octopus Energy and Kraken.
“BYD is fully committed to making intelligent, innovative, sustainable technologies available to our customers, and this project will allow them to unlock the full potential of electric vehicles – not just as transport but as dynamic assets that can play a key role in supporting the grid.
“Together with Octopus Energy, we’re enabling EV owners to play an active role in the energy ecosystem, reducing costs and increasing the resilience of renewable power systems.”
Greg Jackson, Founder of Octopus Energy Group, said: “V2G is the game-changer for drivers and the grid. For the first time ever, drivers can effortlessly power their homes and help the grid – and drive for free in return. V2G is here, available at scale, and ready to revolutionise our entire energy system.”
Andrew Miller, Chief Executive of Motability Operations, said: “It’s great to see V2G technology becoming available at scale – effectively turning EVs into energy assets that can help power homes and support the grid. For our customers, this could mean significantly lower energy bills and an even more affordable route into electric driving.”
“We’re proud to be part of a pilot that’s not only breaking new ground in energy, but also ensuring the benefits are accessible to disabled people across the UK.”
The Power Pack Bundle will be available later this year. Interested customers can be the first to get their hands on the tech by placing a reservation on the list with Octopus EV.
* Based on an average driver travelling 7,600 miles a year.
** Drivers must plug in their vehicle at least 20 times per month for at least 12 hours each time. Drivers must also stay below a charging limit matched to their lease miles with an assumed efficiency of 3 miles/kWh.
About BYD Auto
Founded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company has mastered the core technologies of the entire industrial chain of new energy vehicles, such as batteries, electric motors, electronic controllers, and automotive-grade semiconductors. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, the DM-i and DM-p hybrid technology, the e-Platform 3.0, the CTB and iTAC technologies, the DiSus Intelligent Body Control System, and the XUANJI Architecture. The company is the world’s first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fueled vehicles on EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 10 years in a row.
To find your nearest BYD dealer please visit www.byd.com/uk
About Octopus Energy Group
Octopus Energy is a global clean energy tech business, driving the affordable, green energy system of the future. Under its own retail brand, Octopus delivers world-class customer service and cutting edge energy products to 9 million households globally. Its operations span 32 countries and the entire energy value chain. The group invests in, builds and flexibly manages renewable energy, operating a ÂŁ7 billion portfolio of projects.
Octopus has licensed its advanced data and machine learning platform, Kraken, to support over 60 million customer accounts worldwide through licensing deals with companies such as EDF, E.ON and Origin Energy. Kraken enables Octopus to drive the electrification of heat and transport through smart tariffs and innovative cleantech. Backed by pension funds, investors and energy giants, Octopus Energy Group businesses deliver cheaper, greener energy and cutting-edge tech to countries and customers worldwide. For more information, check out our website.
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23rd June 2025
