By Wade Sheffer, vice president, GM Energy
By Wade Sheffer, vice president, GM Energy
As part of the General Motors commitment to an all-electric future, we’re building an ecosystem to accelerate electric vehicle adoption. GM Energy was established to break down barriers to EV ownership by expanding access to reliable, convenient charging - both at home and in public - and empowering customers with greater control over their home energy use.
Over the past 18 months, GM Energy has made remarkable progress, strengthening industry partnerships and positioning GM as a leader in energy and electrification.
I’m incredibly proud of how our team has moved with urgency to drive results. Our focus on execution is paying off:
30% month-over-month revenue growth since January
5x increase in sales volume for charging and energy products since January
Seven out 10 GM EVs are sold with a GM Energy product, including nearly 100,000 adapters sold to date.
Energy solutions that put customers first
Exactly a year ago, we expanded access to our energy management products across all 50 states. Today, we have 10 innovative products, including:
Our vehicle-to-home (V2H) charging technology, also known as bi-directional charging, allows compatible GM EVs to provide power to properly equipped homes1 during a blackout.
GM Energy PowerBank, a stationary home energy battery storage solution, extends backup power capability and stores energy from the grid or solar.
Charging adapters provide a convenient way to connect GM vehicles to chargers, regardless of the vehicle’s port as we help the industry move toward a single charging standard.
Driving change across the industry
We’re working with key industry players to expand access to fast and reliable public charging. This includes investing in GM Energy-branded chargers with EVgo, Pilot, and ChargePoint, as well as investing in IONNA — a joint venture founded by GM and other automakers.
GM EV owners have access to more than 250,000 chargers across North America
We’re on track to deploy 35,000 GM Energy-invested public fast charging stalls by 2030
GM-invested charging sites rank in the top 3 networks for key customer experience metrics (PlugScore)
We’re not only expanding the number of public chargers, but also improving the experience, with amenities like restrooms, food, and retail options. Many charging stations have awnings for protection from the weather and pass-through layouts for truck owners who charge while towing. We know our customers better than anyone - and we will continue advocating for their specific needs.
Powering GM’s future
Electric vehicles offer utilities an opportunity to enhance grid resilience and to manage demand through smart charging and collaboration. Bidirectional vehicle-to-home charging provides energy security during outages, while vehicle-to-grid technology will soon allow EVs to supply power back to the grid.
GM Energy is working with utilities nationwide to deliver innovative EV charging solutions - from free overnight charging in Texas to vehicle-to-home pilots in California that offer incentives and pave the way for vehicle-to-grid technology.
We’ve given GM a seat at the table for so many big decisions that impact our customers. We joined NEMA, the top organization for electrical standards across industries, and we’ve played a leading role in rallying others around the North American Charging Standard (NACS).
Internally, GM Energy is deeply integrated with product and brand teams to ensure we’re evolving alongside our EV customers. One major focus: supporting GM’s transition to the NACS, simplifying access and compatibility for future vehicles. The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ and newly revealed 2027 Chevrolet Bolt are the first GM vehicles with a native NACS inlet.
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Caption: GM Energy’s Wade Sheffer demonstrates how to use a NACS charger.
As we continue to innovate and expand our energy solutions, our commitment remains clear: to make electric mobility accessible, reliable, and transformative for all. The journey is just beginning.
Wade Sheffer, who has been with General Motors for nearly 30 years, leads GM Energy. Questions and comments: news@gm.com
1Actual production will vary. The GM Energy PowerShift Charger and GM Energy V2H Enablement Kit requires an adequately charged V2H-capable GM EV, a properly equipped home, and proper grid interconnection. Weather conditions, life of the battery, vehicle variation and usage, and other external factors may impact the capability and duration of power supply. Power supply may be interrupted. It is not recommended that the following devices be powered with the GM Energy PowerShift Charger and V2H Enablement Kit: Medical Devices.
As part of the General Motors commitment to an all-electric future, we’re building an ecosystem to accelerate electric vehicle adoption. GM Energy was established to break down barriers to EV ownership by expanding access to reliable, convenient charging - both at home and in public - and empowering customers with greater control over their home energy use.
Over the past 18 months, GM Energy has made remarkable progress, strengthening industry partnerships and positioning GM as a leader in energy and electrification.
I’m incredibly proud of how our team has moved with urgency to drive results. Our focus on execution is paying off:
- 30% month-over-month revenue growth since January
- 5x increase in sales volume for charging and energy products since January
- Seven out 10 GM EVs are sold with a GM Energy product, including nearly 100,000 adapters sold to date
Energy solutions that put customers first
Exactly a year ago, we expanded access to our energy management products across all 50 states. Today, we have 10 innovative products, including:
- Our vehicle-to-home (V2H) charging technology, also known as bi-directional charging, allows compatible GM EVs to provide power to properly equipped homes1 during a blackout.
- GM Energy PowerBank, a stationary home energy battery storage solution, extends backup power capability and stores energy from the grid or solar.
- Charging adapters provide a convenient way to connect GM vehicles to chargers, regardless of the vehicle’s port as we help the industry move toward a single charging standard.
Driving change across the industry
We’re working with key industry players to expand access to fast and reliable public charging. This includes investing in GM Energy-branded chargers with EVgo, Pilot, and ChargePoint, as well as investing in IONNA — a joint venture founded by GM and other automakers.
- GM EV owners have access to more than 250,000 chargers across North America
- We’re on track to deploy 35,000 GM Energy-invested public fast charging stalls by 2030
- GM-invested charging sites rank in the top 3 networks for key customer experience metrics (PlugScore)
We’re not only expanding the number of public chargers, but also improving the experience, with amenities like restrooms, food, and retail options. Many charging stations have awnings for protection from the weather and pass-through layouts for truck owners who charge while towing. We know our customers better than anyone - and we will continue advocating for their specific needs.
Powering GM’s future
Electric vehicles offer utilities an opportunity to enhance grid resilience and to manage demand through smart charging and collaboration. Bidirectional vehicle-to-home charging provides energy security during outages, while vehicle-to-grid technology will soon allow EVs to supply power back to the grid.
GM Energy is working with utilities nationwide to deliver innovative EV charging solutions - from free overnight charging in Texas to vehicle-to-home pilots in California that offer incentives and pave the way for vehicle-to-grid technology.
We’ve given GM a seat at the table for so many big decisions that impact our customers. We joined NEMA, the top organization for electrical standards across industries, and we’ve played a leading role in rallying others around the North American Charging Standard (NACS).
Internally, GM Energy is deeply integrated with product and brand teams to ensure we’re evolving alongside our EV customers. One major focus: supporting GM’s transition to the NACS, simplifying access and compatibility for future vehicles. The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ and newly revealed 2027 Chevrolet Bolt are the first GM vehicles with a native NACS inlet..
GM Energy’s Wade Sheffer demonstrates how to use a NACS charger.
As we continue to innovate and expand our energy solutions, our commitment remains clear: to make electric mobility accessible, reliable, and transformative for all. The journey is just beginning.
Wade Sheffer, who has been with General Motors for nearly 30 years, leads GM Energy. Questions and comments: news@gm.com
1Actual production will vary. The GM Energy PowerShift Charger and GM Energy V2H Enablement Kit requires an adequately charged V2H-capable GM EV, a properly equipped home, and proper grid interconnection. Weather conditions, life of the battery, vehicle variation and usage, and other external factors may impact the capability and duration of power supply. Power supply may be interrupted. It is not recommended that the following devices be powered with the GM Energy PowerShift Charger and V2H Enablement Kit: Medical Devices.