Nissan Canada Introduces Home Electric Vehicle Charging Initiative in Collaboration with Wallbox and RocketEV
Nissan Canada has announced a new home charging program for the 2026 Leaf, offering an integrated solution for electric vehicle (EV) owners. The program includes a free Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40A Level 2 charger and installation, completed by RocketEV Charging Solutions, for the first 200 buyers of the new Leaf[1][2][3][4].
This program marks a significant step in the growing trend among automakers to integrate home charging into the EV purchase process. The Wallbox Pulsar Plus charger supports faster charging compared to standard 120V outlets and includes smart features that allow users to monitor and schedule charging sessions.
Nissan Canada has partnered with Wallbox and RocketEV Charging Solutions to launch this home charging program. The Wallbox Pulsar Plus charger is a Level 2 home charger suitable for various residential settings. The charger is available for purchase through the program, priced at C$925[5].
In contrast, the Ford Power Promise Program offers incentives or rebates for home charging equipment, but does not usually include a complimentary Level 2 charger with installation bundled automatically for early buyers. Ford’s program focuses more on price reductions or rebates on charging equipment and installation, depending on region and dealer, rather than a fixed free home charging unit given with the vehicle.
A comparison of the two programs reveals the following differences:
| Feature | Nissan Canada (2026 Leaf) | Ford Power Promise Program | |---------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Charger provided | Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40A Level 2 | Incentives/rebates on charger purchase | | Charger installation | Included via RocketEV for first 200 buyers | Installation rebates/incentives available | | Eligibility | First 200 vehicle buyers | Varies by vehicle and region, more broadly available | | Charger brand/model | Wallbox Pulsar Plus | Varies, Ford partners with multiple vendors | | Cost impact to customer | No cost on charger or installation for eligible buyers | Usually requires initial purchase, then rebate or discount |
Nissan’s program is notable for directly including a high-quality charger and professional installation as part of the purchase for early customers, creating a turnkey solution for home charging from day one. Ford’s offering is more incentive-based and may not guarantee a free charger and installation with purchase, relying instead on a rebate or discount approach.
The home charging program is available starting this month. Customers can book installation services for the Wallbox Pulsar Plus charger through participating dealerships or the Nissan Canada website. Many other automakers, such as Ford, offer free chargers, installation, or both as part of their EV programs (e.g., Ford Power Promise Program).
[1] https://www.nissan.ca/vehicles/leaf/2026/specs.html [2] https://www.nissan.ca/news/nissan-canada-announces-home-charging-program-for-2026-leaf-buyers [3] https://www.electricautosolutions.ca/nissan-canada-launches-home-charging-program-for-2026-leaf-buyers/ [4] https://www.wallbox.com/en-us/products/pulsar-plus/ [5] https://www.nissan.ca/vehicles/leaf/2026/accessories.html
- Nissan's home charging program for the 2026 Leaf includes a free Wallbox Pulsar Plus 40A Level 2 charger and installation, positioning itself as a competitive player in the electric-vehicle lifestyle.
- Unlike Nissan's program, the Ford Power Promise Program provides incentives or rebates for home charging equipment, but does not always include a complimentary Level 2 charger or installation.
- The 2026 Leaf's home charging program presents electric-vehicle owners with a turnkey solution, integrating a high-quality charger and professional installation as part of the purchase, setting it apart from other automakers' offerings, such as Ford's incentive-based approach.
