Tesla is bringing two of the Cybertruck’s most useful energy features to the Model 3 and Model Y, expanding Powershare and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capabilities across its lineup in the United States.
Tesla announced the expansion on Tuesday, confirming that all new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles ordered in the U.S. after October 1, 2026 are Powershare capable. Some vehicles produced before that date are also compatible.
The expansion means every new Tesla sold in the U.S. is now capable of supplying energy from its battery during a power outage when paired with the appropriate equipment.
Unfortunately, no similar changes have been announced or introduced for the Canadian market, despite the Model Y Performance initially being advertised as V2L-capable.
Model 3 and Model Y Become Home Backup Batteries
Powershare Home Backup allows the vehicle’s battery to supply electricity to a home when the grid goes down, effectively turning a Model 3 or Model Y into a large additional home battery.
Tesla says Model 3 and Model Y RWD variants can extend home backup by up to two days, while Premium variants can add more than two days. Cybertruck can provide more than three days of additional backup.
As we noted, not all new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles now have the required hardware for Powershare, with October 1 serving as the general cutoff. However, that date isn’t a hard line, as some vehicles built earlier are also compatible. Owners can check their vehicle by going to Controls > Software > Additional Vehicle Information. If compatible, “Powershare Support” will be listed as enabled.
Like the recently introduced Powershare for Cybertruck, Model 3 and Model Y owners with Powerwall 2 and Powerwall+ will have to wait a little longer. Tesla says support for those systems is coming soon, but has not provided a timeline.
Powershare Home Backup is now available for new Model 3 & Model Y with Powerwall 3 Extend your home backup by over 2 days with your vehicle https://t.co/a0codvZ2yH
— Tesla Energy (@teslaenergy) October 6, 2026
V2L Expands to Model 3 and Model Y
Tesla is also expanding V2L across the Model 3 and Model Y lineup in the U.S., allowing owners to directly power devices and equipment using energy stored in their vehicle’s battery. Previously V2L was limited to Model Y Premium trims in the U.S.
The feature uses Tesla’s Outlet Adapter to provide up to 2.4 kW at 120 volts and 20 amps, effectively turning the vehicle into a large portable power source for appliances, tools, camping equipment and other devices.
The U.S. rollout comes just days after Tesla expanded V2L to Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in China and other international markets.
V2L is separate from Powershare. V2L supplies electricity directly to plugged-in devices, while Powershare allows the vehicle to supply electricity through a home’s electrical system during an outage.
With V2L and home backup now expanding beyond the Cybertruck, Tesla is finally unlocking more of the potential stored in its vehicle batteries, delivering functionality owners have been asking for for years. For Powerwall owners in particular, a Model 3 or Model Y parked in the driveway can now significantly increase the amount of energy available when your house loses power.
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