StarCharge Launches Halo Bidirectional DC Charger in Australia

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StarCharge, a leading developer of EV charging infrastructure and smart energy solutions, this week launched its new Halo V2G bidirectional DC charger in the Australian market.

"Our goal is to help lead Australia's transition to a more dynamic and distributed energy system," said Kouki Xiang, CEO of StarCharge APAC. "Halo V2G is more than just a product — it's part of a larger vision to connect vehicles, homes, and the grid into a unified, intelligent ecosystem."

The Halo V2G is the product of more than two years of focused development and testing. After assembling an R&D team in 2023, StarCharge developed a bidirectional DC wallbox that supports both ISO 15118-2 and ISO 15118-20 protocols, with power options of 7.4kW and 11kW. StarCharge notes that the unit's compact design, high efficiency (up to 96%), and OCPP 2.0.1/2.1 compatibility position it appropriately for both residential and light commercial applications.

The company reports that the charger underwent extensive technical validation with Australian partners, starting in early 2025. It has passed remote and on-site integration tests designed to ensure compatibility with a wide range of EV models and energy management platforms. The product has received key DNSP exemptions, allowing for approved deployments across multiple distribution networks. It is currently in the final stage of certification under AS 4777.2, the key standard for inverter-connected energy systems in Australia.

StarCharge notes that the company is investing in creating a full-scale, future V2G ecosystem in Australia— DNSPs, energy retailers, installers, fleet operators, and EV OEMs — under a unified framework supported by the Halo charger and StarCharge's cloud-based platform.

StarCharge sees the Halo charger as playing a central role in this future, integrating with both home energy systems and utility-grade platforms. Features such as load balancing, remote firmware upgrades, and real-time energy data reporting position the Halo V2G for growth to meet the evolving needs of Australian households, fleets, and energy providers.

Source: StarCharge

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