ZAP-Map, the UK-based EV charging data platform, is actively pursuing partnerships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to supply charging infrastructure information. The move signals a strategic shift from consumer-focused services toward the B2B segment, where vehicle makers increasingly require integrated charging network data for fleet management and onboard navigation systems.
The commercial opportunity reflects growing demand among automakers for standardised, real-time charging location and availability data. OEMs need reliable partner networks to differentiate their in-vehicle services and support driver confidence in the charging ecosystem. This market is becoming competitive, with multiple data providers now targeting the same OEM audience.
For electrical contractors and installation professionals, the development underscores the consolidation trend in the charging infrastructure sector. As vehicle manufacturers integrate third-party data platforms into their vehicles, the distinction between hardware installation and data services continues to blur. OEMs are effectively becoming intermediaries between drivers and the networks that installers depend on for customer acquisition and visibility.
