In a significant move to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, Epic Charging has been selected as the exclusive software provider for EVmatch, a company renowned for its specialization in multifamily and workplace charging. This partnership, which is supported by a strategic investment from Epic into EVmatch, aims to establish reliable and profitable EV charging standards across U.S. apartment communities.
EVmatch will maintain its brand identity while leveraging Epic's robust software solutions. This integration includes a new dashboard and mobile app, alongside Epic's advanced capabilities such as reservation-based access, dynamic load management, driver authentication, payment processing, real-time monitoring, and compatibility with a range of major charger brands through OCPP-based interoperability. Epic’s support will bring enhanced operations and service to EVmatch's existing and future customers, bolstered by decades of expertise in utility programs and deployment.
The collaboration arose after Enel X Way unexpectedly halted its North American operations in October 2024, leaving many of EVmatch's clients in need of a dependable backend system. Adapting swiftly, EVmatch collaborated with Epic to transition its existing charger operations to Epic's hardware-agnostic platform, ensuring continuity and service for its customers. What started as a migration of services has blossomed into a comprehensive software collaboration, leading to the formation of an exclusive provider agreement and subsequent investment.
Heather Hochrein, CEO and founder of EVmatch, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership. She highlighted that multifamily charging presents unique challenges and reiterated her commitment to this segment since the company's inception. The recent infusion of capital means that EVmatch can scale its operations effectively with a partner known for executing successful strategies in the EV charging domain.
Michael Bakunin, CEO of Epic Charging, echoed this sentiment, stating that the complexity of multifamily charging—from managing shared access and billing residents to implementing rebate programs—has been a primary focus for both companies. He articulated confidence in backing EVmatch as they navigate this intricate segment of the market, emphasizing the trust built over their collaboration.
As part of their outreach efforts, EVmatch will attend the National Apartment Association's flagship event, Apartmentalize, in New Orleans on June 18-19, 2026. This presents an opportunity for stakeholders in the multifamily housing sector to schedule discussions about enhancing EV charging solutions.Leading up to this event, those interested can reach out to schedule a meeting via the EVmatch contact.
EVmatch, established in 2016, is dedicated to providing practical and reliable charging solutions for shared environments. Its commitment to transforming EV charging in multifamily and workplace properties marks it as a leader in this growing market. For further information, interested parties can visit
www.evmatch.com.
Epic Charging, recognized as the fastest-growing EV charging software provider in the United States, offers an OCPP-compliant and hardware-agnostic platform that addresses critical issues such as uptime, operational transparency, and profitability. For more details about their services or to learn more about their missions, visit
www.epiccharging.com.
This strategic partnership sets a new standard for EV charging facilities in residential communities, combining expertise and innovative technology to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles across the nation. The future of EV charging looks bright with leaders like Epic Charging and EVmatch collaborating toward this shared vision.