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Ford, GM turn underused EV battery capacity into new revenue stream

9 September 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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9 September 2026

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Clean Energy

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United States

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Fusion42 · 9 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Ford and GM are repurposing underused EV battery capacity into battery energy storage systems for utilities, data centers, and grid infrastructure, creating a new revenue stream amid rising demand for energy storage. Ford plans to invest $2 billion over two years to scale this business, while GM is developing sodium-ion grid-scale storage solutions.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Clean Energy.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Ford and GM have opened a new market for EV battery capacity beyond vehicles. If you build battery storage solutions or grid tech, this shift creates fresh demand and partnership chances.

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