Automakers are really starting to think innovative in terms of driving technologies and how they can explore and exploit the new technologies in different ways. Chrysler has now come up with an announcement that they are joining hands with NextEnergy that will evaluate vehicle to grid technology that is being used in all electric minivans. Chrysler said that there are unlimited options that they have when they explore new technology. The automaker said that their engineers are now helping to determine if electric vehicle batteries can generate revenues along with generating power.

Chrysler said that if the electric vehicles can store power on their batteries they could also become energy saving products that can send surplus power to the grid and make it easier for the car owner to earn more income. Bob Lee, Chrysler Group Vice President and Head of Engine and Electric Propulsion Engineering said that this program is a broad based approach to powertrain development. He also mentioned that advanced internal combustion technology remains at the core of the technology but they would like to explore how electric vehicles can combine with the energy infrastructure that is currently available.

All the Chrysler minivans will be connected to a charging module using the unique NextEnergy technology and that can simulate any electrical grid in the world. The automaker also said that if all the electric vehicles are combined together and if the surplus power was sold to utility companies it can offset demand surges. This also means that EV owners can make a good amount of money using their vehicles while utility companies will also save money by cutting down their resources to generate more electricity. The new V2G project will also focus on the impact of cloudy days on solar panel functions which can allow EVs to perform better even during rainy season.