Partners
Start an EV charging business
There are three ways to build an AC EV charging business, and they differ in how much capital you put in and how much of the operation you own. Start with the role you want — not with the charger.
Three ways to build an EV charging business
Each model suits a different starting point. The main variable is whether you want to own charging assets or earn from putting other people's assets in the ground.
Dealer & Installation Partner
You sell and install chargers for the customer. The customer owns the charger and pays for it up front. You earn on hardware and installation, then on service.
Best suited for
Electrical contractors, solar EPCs and panel builders who already work on customer sites
Where the money comes from
- •Margin on charger hardware
- •Installation and cabling work
- •Annual maintenance contracts
Mini CPO
You or an external investor funds the charger. The site host provides space and power. You operate the charge point and split revenue with the host.
Best suited for
Installers ready to own a handful of chargers, and site hosts wanting a share without running operations
Where the money comes from
- •Share of energy sold at each site
- •Installation and commissioning
- •Ongoing service across your own fleet
Charge Point Operator (CPO)
You fund, own and operate chargers across many locations under your own brand, set your own tariffs, and manage the network through a CSMS.
Best suited for
Operators building a branded charging network across multiple sites
Where the money comes from
- •Energy sold per session across the network
- •Site host agreements and revenue shares
- •Advertising and partnership income at scale
Which option should you choose?
A simple decision rule, based on what you already have.
Choose Dealer & Installation Partner
If you already have customers with sites, and you would rather earn on hardware, installation and service than tie up capital in chargers you own.
Choose Mini CPO
If you can fund a small number of chargers, have one or two sites with genuine footfall, and want recurring income from energy sold rather than one-off project revenue.
Choose CPO
If you intend to build a branded network across many locations, can fund the rollout, and are prepared to run operations and support as a business in its own right.
Who is responsible for what
Under the dealer and installation partner model, the split looks like this.
| Party | Scope |
|---|---|
| Customer / asset owner | Provides the site and the electrical supply. Owns the charger under the dealer model. |
| Dealer & installation partner | Site survey, sale, installation, commissioning, first-line support and annual maintenance. |
| Tech OVN — OEM & CSMS partner | Manufactures the charger, supplies the charge point management system, provides technical training, firmware and second-line support. |
Before you plan a project
Six questions worth answering about any site before money is committed. Most failed charging projects fail on one of these, and usually on power.
Location
Is it somewhere drivers already stop, or somewhere they would have to make a journey to reach?
Parking
Are the bays dedicated and reachable, and can a cable run to them without crossing a walkway?
Power
What spare capacity does the existing supply have, and does the sanctioned load cover the chargers you plan to add?
Users
Who actually charges here — residents, staff, fleet vehicles, or passing public traffic? Each implies a different tariff and utilisation.
Investment
Who funds the hardware and the civil work, and over what period does that need to return?
Operations
Who answers the phone when a session fails at 9pm, and who holds the maintenance contract?
Free guide
How to Start an EV Charging Business
The full guide — all three commercial models side by side, who is responsible for what under each, how the money flows, and the site checklist to run before you commit to a location.
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Opportunities for Dealers
Build a profitable business distributing Tech OVN's metering and EV charging products in your region.
Sell & Distribute
Advanced smart meters, static meters, IoT-enabled energy meters, and EV chargers in your region.
Exclusive Territories
Territory arrangements available for top-performing dealers.
Marketing Support
Brochures, digital assets, and media exposure to help you grow.
Opportunities for Contractors
Add smart metering and EV charging installation to your services with training, certification, and project partnerships.
Technical Training
Receive hands-on training for installation of metering and EV charging solutions.
Project Partnerships
Partner on large-scale projects for utilities, builders, housing societies, and industrial clients.
Certification Programs
Knowledge upgrades and certification to keep your team future-ready.
Our Product Portfolio
As a Tech OVN dealer, you'll have access to our complete product range: static meters (IS 13779), smart meters (IS 16444), AMI systems, Titan smart energy meters, EV chargers (3.3kW to 22kW), and EV charger controllers.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to grow with us?
Get in touch with our partnerships team:
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Discuss your EV charging business model
Tell us about your sites and the regions you'd like to cover, and we'll help you pick the right model.