WATCH HOW FORD LIGHTNING'S INTELLIGENT BACKUP POWER SYSTEM WORKS IN A REAL HOME

EV Channels Review

The reviewer provides an in-depth look at Ford's Intelligent Backup Power system for the F-150 Lightning, detailing its installation and functionality in a real-world home setting. While praising the system's innovative capability to power a home during outages, the reviewer highlights significant cost barriers. The total investment, including the necessary Ford Charge Station Pro and installation, can range from $7,500 to over $15,000, a price point the reviewer finds difficult to justify for most consumers, especially when considering the Lightning's standard Pro Power Onboard feature which offers similar power output (9.6 kW vs. 9 kW) via outlets. The reviewer notes that while the Intelligent Backup Power system offers seamless integration and automatic operation, the high cost makes alternatives like portable generators or using the truck's existing outlets with a manual transfer switch more financially sensible for many. The system's complexity and the need for specialized installers are also emphasized. Ultimately, the reviewer loves the technology and its potential as a first-mover in the EV-to-home power space, but questions its current financial viability for the average owner.