Powerful. Even when parked.

Unlock smart home energy with the 2025 Volvo EX90 and dcbel.

Make energy flow
in your favor

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Power’s out? Not for you.

Harness your 2025 EX90’s 111 kWh battery to power your home during an outage for up to 2.5 consecutive days, or up to 10 days with rationing².

Help protect your home from blackouts

Peak shaving for peak savings

Recharging your EV at less costly hours is smart. Using that energy to power your home when grid prices peak? That’s the power of Ara Home Energy Station.

Imagine using EV energy to cook dinner or do the laundry – you could save up to $1,300 per year¹. 

Reserving your 
Home Energy Station is simple

California residents may be eligible for up to $13,800 in rebates and incentives to get equipped³

• Visit our reservation portal and complete the questionnaire.
  
  
• Place a no-obligation, fully-refundable deposit to reserve your Home Energy Station.
  
  
• We will reach out to all interested parties to discuss installation eligibility and program eligibility.
  
  
• If you qualify, we will connect you with a dcbel-recommended installer.

How to apply

Get the most out of your Volvo

Meet Ara, dcbel’s flagship Home Energy Station.

Ara transforms your 2025 EX90 into the ultimate backup battery for your home, helping you sail through blackouts and potentially reduce your energy bills. 

California Connected Home Rebate Program - Phase 1

California residents may be eligible for exclusive clean energy subsidies as part of a California Energy Commission program administered by dcbel.

This program makes it easier for homes to reduce everyday charging costs and avoid expensive time-of-use rates. Participants can support a more reliable power supply—and get rewarded for it.

Own the brightest home on the block

Smart charging, smart home

Fast charging -
and space for two

dcbel’s Pure DC technology, compatible with all EVs, unlocks charging speeds of up to a mile per minute. 

Ara is also equipped with Dual Charging so you can charge two EVs at once.

Ready for solar + storage

Is dcbel Ara futureproof? Absolutely. 

When you're ready to go solar, you've already got your inverter. Connect your panels directly to dcbel Ara to power your home and charge your EV with free energy from the sun.

Want backup power that never takes a break? You can add a home battery to your system as well – no additional equipment necessary.  

We’ve got you covered

With 24/7 support and proactive customer care, you'll have peace of mind—every step of the way.

Ready to get started?

Questions? Connect with us.

Get the most out of your Volvo

Help protect your home from blackouts

Power’s out? Not for you.

Harness your 2025 EX90's 111 kWh battery to power your home during an outage for up to 2.5 consecutive days, or up to 10 days with rationing².

Verify your home’s eligibility through dcbel’s reservation portal

Reserve your dcbel Ara and secure your spot on the waitlist

You will be connected with a local recommended installer

Install your system and reap the rewards of smart home energy

Receive up to $13,800 in rebates and incentives
to offset key costs

Installation costs
Up to $2,000 rebate

Interconnection costs

Ownership of a bidirectional EV
Up to $2,500 rebate

Receive up to $13,800 in rebates and incentives
to offset key costs

Ara Home Energy Station
Up to $8,100 rebate

Installation costs
Up to $2,000 rebate

Interconnection costs
Up to $200 rebate

Enrolment in a dynamic rate utility program
$1,000 incentive

Ara’s awareness of the world outside your door puts it in a class of its own.

No need for manual charge scheduling as it picks up on your weekly driving habits and your utility’s pricing structures to make the best decisions.

¹ Based on a modeled scenario for a PG&E customer on the EV2-A rate plan. Assumptions include a 2,400 sq. ft. home with average monthly energy consumption of 1,275 kWh, and daily EV discharging at 7.6 kW for 2 hours (approximately 288 kWh/month). Seasonal electricity rates used: $0.31/kWh in winter and $0.18/kWh in summer. Actual savings may vary depending on utility rates, energy usage, EV battery capacity, and user behavior. This estimate is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee savings.

² Based on 30 kWh use per day using the 2025 EX90. Rationing power assumes 10 kWh use per day. Your results may vary based on energy usage.

³ Terms and Conditions apply. Earning incentives depends on eligibility, enrollment and participation in available programs. This rebate offer is available for a limited time and is administered on a first-come, first-served basis. The rebate amount may vary and is subject to change based on availability. Eligibility for rebates is determined based on customer qualification criteria. Rebates are issued in phases as program requirements are met.

⁴ Warranty terms and conditions available here.

The 2025 EX90 may discharge up to 4,000 kWh in any rolling 365‑day period.  The available bidirectional discharge balance is replenished daily by the amount of energy discharged exactly 365 days earlier. At no time may cumulative discharges within the most recent 365 days exceed 4,000 kWh. This budget ensures that you can enjoy the benefits of bidirectional charging while helping to protect your battery’s long-term health and warranty.  It’s important to know that battery health is influenced by many factors, and the impact of controlled bidirectional charging is minimal. Volvo Cars’ smart energy management systems work in the background to help optimize your battery’s performance and longevity.  In the rare cases of extreme use like consistent DC fast charging or consistent severe environmental conditions, the discharge budget will be reduced to ensure the health of your battery and maintain its warranty.

¹ Based on a modeled scenario for a PG&E customer on the EV2-A rate plan. Assumptions include a 2,400 sq. ft. home with average monthly energy consumption of 1,275 kWh, and daily EV discharging at 7.6 kW for 2 hours (approximately 288 kWh/month). Seasonal electricity rates used: $0.31/kWh in winter and $0.18/kWh in summer. Actual savings may vary depending on utility rates, energy usage, EV battery capacity, and user behavior. This estimate is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee savings.

² Based on 30 kWh use per day using the EX90. Rationing power assumes 10 kWh use per day. Your results may vary based on energy usage.

³ Terms and Conditions apply. Earning incentives depends on eligibility, enrollment and participation in available programs. This rebate offer is available for a limited time and is administered on a first-come, first-served basis. The rebate amount may vary and is subject to change based on availability. Eligibility for rebates is determined based on customer qualification criteria. Rebates are issued in phases as program requirements are met.

⁴ Warranty terms and conditions available here

Volvo has partnered with dcbel to offer their Ara Home Energy Station as a compatible bi-directional charging hardware solution for the 2025 Volvo EX90. Full functionality, including vehicle to home capability and blackout island mode is exclusive to the 2025 400V EX90 when paired with the 400V Ara Home Energy Station. Functionality cannot be guaranteed with future model year vehicles and may be limited.

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About the partnership

Volvo has partnered with dcbel to offer their Ara Home Energy Station as a compatible bi-directional charging hardware solution for the 2025 Volvo EX90. Full functionality, including vehicle-to-home capability and blackout island mode is exclusive to the 2025 400V EX90 when paired with the 400V Ara Home Energy Station. Functionality cannot be guaranteed with future model year vehicles and may be limited.