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When Kat Hickey and her husband discussed preparations for tropical cyclone Alfred hitting their North Brisbane home, their focus was sharper than most.
With a 9-month-old daughter and a 3-year-old son, they had a plan in place to sterilize bottles and boil water for formula.
Aware of the potential power outage, they knew their white BYD ATTO 3 battery could power the home using the vehicle-to-load system (V2L) as a backup power source. They hadn’t connected it yet, but were curious about its capabilities.
As the cyclone hit and the power went out in their $450,000 house, Hickey took the initiative to set up extension cords while her husband managed the setup.
Social media is abuzz with EV owners sharing innovative ways to utilize their vehicles, particularly with V2L functions for emergency power backup.
While not all EVs have V2L capacity, instances like the aftermath of tropical Cyclone Alfred highlight the value of these systems during natural disasters.
One woman made headlines using her EV to run her son’s dialysis machine, showcasing the life-saving potential of such technology.
The EV batteries proved invaluable in providing power for essential devices and communication tools during the blackout.
Programs like MyCar’s registration initiative for EV drivers to aid in disaster recovery highlight the growing role of EVs in emergency situations.
These stories underscore the importance of innovative solutions in times of crisis and the potential for EVs to serve as vital resources during emergencies.
