Understanding Apple EV Locations: A Guide for Business Owners

Apple Maps is rapidly evolving in how it handles Electric Vehicle (EV) charging locations. The process has some important limitations today, but Apple is actively working on improvements. This guide explains what business owners need to know.

How Apple Maps Handles EV Locations

EV listings require OCPI data:
Apple Maps only displays EV charging locations when it receives real-time availability data via the Open Charge Point Interface (OCPI) from its approved data partners (e.g., Eco-Movement).

ABC data is supplemental:
Apple merges OCPI data with information from Apple Business Connect (ABC). You can create a business profile in ABC, and include the brand data such has Cover Photo, Logo, Website, App Link, which will be used on your Listings that are created via OCPI.

EV Charging as a “Protected Category”

Apple treats EV locations as a protected category because of past issues with businesses incorrectly claiming chargers that weren’t theirs (e.g., chargers in hotel parking lots).

What this means:

Clients cannot create or claim EV locations directly via ABC, or any API.

Apple is working on changes for 2026, and Uberall will update clients once these features become available.

Key Implications for Businesses

Uberall + the Business owner cannot directly create EV locations inside Apple Business Connect.

EV stations only appear when OCPI data is active and integrated with Apple.

Because locations cannot currently be claimed inside ABC:

• No Insights analytics are available.
• No Showcase posts can be added.

Links to Apple Maps listings for EV chargers cannot be provided until Apple enables direct claiming and linking for this category.

FAQs:

Can Uberall create EV locations directly on Apple Maps?

Yes, but not within ABC. Locations only appear if Apple receives OCPI data for the charger from an approved provider (like Eco-Movement).

How can my EV location appear on Apple Maps?

Ensure your EV charging data is provided to an OCPI partner like Eco-Movement.

Can I claim my EV location and get analytics?

Not currently. Because EV stations are a protected category, claiming and analytics are not available yet. Apple plans to introduce these features in the future.

What happens if my location data doesn’t match Apple’s OCPI data?

Accurate and consistent location information is critical. If your data is handled by multiple EV data providers, ensure there’s an authorization letter with Eco-Movement so Apple prioritizes their feed.

Summary

At present:

EV locations can’t be created directly in ABC by clients or Uberall.

OCPI integration is mandatory for appearing on Apple Maps.

Claiming and analytics aren’t available yet.

Uberall is actively collaborating with Apple on these improvements and will notify clients as soon as functionality expands.