Ford has unveiled the Fathom pickup truck, which will start at $28,350. The vehicle is designed to provide over 10 kW of power to a home, acting as a substitute for a small standby generator. This capacity allows it to run appliances like refrigerators and air conditioners for approximately half a day.
The company introduced two new charging devices to enable vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capabilities. The Home Power Station is priced at approximately $650, while the Home Backup Power package, which includes a Home Backup Panel, will cost around $2,100. These prices represent a 50% and 60% reduction compared to Ford's first-generation chargers.
These chargers allow owners to participate in virtual power plants (VPPs). By enrolling and keeping their trucks plugged in, owners can sell electricity back to the grid. Depending on grid demand and participation levels, users could potentially earn upwards of $1,000 per year.
Installation costs are not included in the hardware prices and may reach up to $10,000 depending on the electrical work required. Ford has not yet announced partnerships with installers but plans to provide more details in the future.
