5 Key Takeaways From ChargerHelp’s Buyer’s Report

ChargerHelp

• July 29, 2025

EV charging station owners must choose the best vendors and equipment to service their electric vehicle (EV) charging station; however, issues ranging from compliance with protocol standards and certifications, to a lack of transparency and accountability across the supply chain, threaten EV adoption and the long-term performance of EV operators.  A

Buyers occupy a unique position in this evolving ecosystem, and your decisions have the potential to fuel positive change in the EV industry, as well as future-proof your investments through reliable, smarter operations.

Below, we share five key takeaways from our Buyer’s Report, which offers guidance on how you can play a proactive role in ensuring the long-term success of your EV station.

Since its release in 2010, the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) has been the open source standard for enhancing interoperability and security in the EV industry. But OCPP implementation varies widely, and providers that claim they’re “OCPP-capable” might not be fully compliant. Plus, charging procedures aren’t always straightforward and can prevent EV drivers from using chargers across different networks and apps