AUTEL

What AUTEL does

Autel Energy is a global manufacturer of electric vehicle charging equipment and provider of Charging Station Management Systems (CSMS), operating across 35 markets in North America and Europe with a workforce of 1,001–5,000 employees. The company was founded in 2004 (with the Autel Energy EV charging brand launched globally in 2022 at the Detroit International Auto Show, with COO John Thomas delivering the keynote) and offers a comprehensive product portfolio spanning residential Level 2 chargers (MaxiCharger AC Elite/Lite Home 40A/50A), commercial AC chargers (AC Pro 80A, AC Ultra, AC Single with integrated Nayax payments), DC fast chargers ranging from 50 kW to 240 kW, high-power DC units (DC HiPower up to 640 kW, DH480, DH600), and ultra-fast DT/DS family units delivering up to 960 kW. Advanced offerings include the Avant automated charging family for fleet and autonomous operations, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) bidirectional chargers, wheeled inspection robots with semantic navigation, and proprietary liquid-cooled power modules (MaxiModule LCM60/120). The technology stack supports open standards including OCPP and ISO 15118 (including ISO 15118-20 for MCS), and is differentiated by an AI digital employee system built on AWS Strands Agents SDK with Amazon Bedrock, comprising five specialized agents for CPO network management.

Name

AUTEL

Legal name

Autel Energy

Website

https://autelenergy.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Autel Energy is a global EV charging equipment manufacturer operating across 35 markets in North America and Europe, offering residential, commercial, fleet, and heavy-duty AC and DC chargers with AI-powered network management, V2G capabilities, megawatt charging, and integrated payment solutions for homeowners, commercial operators, fleets, and municipalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

EV Charging Equipment

NAICS

Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

EV Charging Hardware Manufacturing (AC/DC Chargers/Dispensers) (IMACACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

EV Charging Network Management & Software Services (CPMS, Monitoring, Billing) (TLAKAMAG), Charging Infrastructure Components (connectors, cables, dispensers, payment/controls) (IMAGAHAH), EV Charging Payment & Reimbursement Programs (Public/Depot Charging) (TLABAMAK)

Keywords

• EV charging stations
• DC fast chargers
• AC Level 2 chargers
• Charging management software
• Vehicle-to-grid solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Munich

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. EV Charger Hardware Sales: Sale of EV charging equipment including residential (MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 40A/50A), commercial (MaxiCharger AC Single/Pro/Ultra), and DC fast chargers (MaxiCharger DC Compact/Fast/HiPower) ranging from Level 2 AC to ultra-fast DC charging up to 600 kW.
2. Software and Cloud Services: Charging Station Management Systems (CSMS) with AI-powered monitoring, predictive analytics, and remote management capabilities for commercial operators.
3. AI Agent Services: AI digital employee system with five specialized agents for charging network management, data analysis, and pricing optimization.
4. Professional Services: Installation services, turnkey EV plus BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) design services for scalable deployments from 250 kWh to multi-MWh.
5. Payment Processing Integration: Integrated Nayax payment technology enabling credit card and contactless payments at charging stations, with revenue share or service fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Autel Energy manufactures and sells EV charging hardware spanning residential Level 2 AC chargers, commercial AC and DC fast chargers, ultra-fast DC chargers up to 960 kW, and bidirectional V2G units, paired with an OCPP-compliant Charging Station Management System (CSMS) featuring AI-powered monitoring and predictive analytics. The portfolio also includes integrated payment solutions (via Nayax), megawatt charging for heavy-duty trucks, battery energy storage integration, automated charging robots for fleets, and mobile inspection robots for infrastructure monitoring.

Product overview

Autel Energy is a global provider of EV charging stations and Charging Station Management Systems (CSMS) offering a comprehensive product portfolio spanning residential and commercial segments. The residential line includes MaxiCharger AC Elite Home (40A/50A) and MaxiCharger AC Lite Home smart Level 2 chargers. The commercial portfolio encompasses AC chargers (MaxiCharger AC Single with integrated Nayax payments, AC Pro 80A, AC Ultra), DC fast chargers (MaxiCharger DC Compact in Pedestal/Mobile/Single configurations, DC50, DC Fast 60-240kW, DC HiPower up to 640kW, DH480, DH600), and ultra-fast charging units (DT+DS family delivering up to 960kW). Advanced offerings include the Avant automated charging robot for fleet/autonomous operations, V2G bidirectional chargers for grid integration, inspection robots with AI-powered semantic navigation, and next-generation liquid-cooled power modules (MaxiModule LCM60/120) with scalable cabinet systems supporting up to 3MW clusters. The platform supports open standards including OCPP and ISO 15118, with AI-driven monitoring and predictive analytics capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MaxiCharger: Product line of EV charging stations including AC Elite Home, AC Pro, AC Ultra, and DC fast chargers for residential and commercial applications.
• Avant
• MaxiModule

Products and services

• MaxiCharger AC Elite Home (40A / 50A) Level 2 smart EV charger for homes, available in 40A and 50A variants, featuring Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/Ethernet connectivity, RFID security, and weather-resistant indoor/outdoor installation. Targeted at individual EV owners.
• MaxiCharger AC Lite Home 40A Entry-level Level 2 home EV charger delivering up to 40A charging with AI tracking and energy scheduling. Targeted at residential EV owners seeking an affordable smart charger.
• MaxiCharger AC Elite Business 50A Commercial 50A Level 2 EV charger with sleek contemporary design, LCD touchscreen, and in-body holster for workplaces, retail, and commercial properties.
• MaxiCharger AC Pro 80A Commercial Level 2 EV charger delivering up to 80A/19.2kW with AI-powered predictive analytics, dynamic load balancing, and app/voice controls for commercial and fleet applications.
• MaxiCharger AC Ultra
• MaxiCharger AC Single with Nayax Payment AC charger with factory-integrated Nayax Uno Mini payment device enabling app-free credit card, contactless EMV, NFC wallet, and RFID payments for large-scale commercial and fleet deployments.
• MaxiCharger DC Compact (Pedestal / Mobile / Single) DC fast charger offered in pedestal and mobile configurations (plus single-port variant) for flexible commercial DC fast charging installations.
• MaxiCharger DC50 Fast DC charger unveiled at CES 2026, part of the new product portfolio featuring open standards compatibility and grid-ready infrastructure.
• MaxiCharger DC Fast (60–240 kW) Level 3 DC fast charger available in 60kW to 240kW configurations in 20kW increments for high-power commercial charging.
• MaxiCharger DC HiPower Ultra-fast DC charging solution delivering up to 640 kilowatts total output for commercial high-power charging deployments.
• MaxiCharger DH480 High-power DC charger delivering 480 kW for commercial fast charging applications.
• MaxiCharger DH600 All-in-one high-power DC charger delivering 600 kW continuous high-power charging for demanding commercial and fleet applications.
• MaxiCharger DT + DS Product Family (DS480 / DT500 / DT800) Ultra-fast charging units including MaxiCharger DS480, DT500, and DT800 capable of delivering up to 780A high-current output with up to 960 kW power for rapid EV charging.
• MaxiCharger DC V2X Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capable DC charger enabling bidirectional energy flow for grid optimization and vehicle-to-grid applications.
• Autel Avant Family Automated charging solutions featuring touch-free plug-in automation, hands-free operation, and preventative maintenance diagnostics for fleet depots, logistics hubs, and autonomous vehicle operations.
• Autel Inspection Robots Wheeled inspection robots with semantic navigation and cloud-based AI analysis for autonomous monitoring of critical infrastructure including energy facilities, bridges, and data centers.
• Autel AI Digital Employee System AI-powered software system with five specialized agents for Charge Point Operators covering product Q&A, configuration, data analysis, pricing optimization, and market insights; automates report generation, identifies operational anomalies, and reduces decision-making time.
• Autel EV + BESS Turnkey Solution Turnkey EV charging plus Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) deployments ranging from 250 kWh to multi-MWh, with scalable design services for site resiliency and grid demand response.
• Autel Megawatt Charging System (MCS) 1.2 MW Megawatt Charging System using a 1,440 kW modular architecture with liquid-cooled cable technology and ISO 15118-20 compliance for heavy-duty electric truck charging.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduce decision-making time from days to minutes through AI-powered network management
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability6 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, supporting, preferred and strategic.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or Integration · 16 July 2026Autel partnered with AWS to build an AI digital employee system using the Strands Agents SDK integrated with Amazon Bedrock. The system comprises five specialized AI agents enabling Charge Point Operators to manage charging networks through conversational interfaces, covering product Q&A, configuration, data analysis, pricing optimization, and market insights. Automates report generation, identifies operational anomalies, and reduces decision-making time from days to minutes.
• UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) and TANESCOflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Autel Energy, in partnership with UNDP and Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO), launched initiative to advance electric mobility in Tanzania by donating 50 AC charging stations to be installed at TANESCO regional offices nationwide. First station inaugurated at TANESCO's regional headquarters in Dodoma. Program aims to reduce transportation costs and greenhouse gas emissions while supporting Tanzania's clean energy agenda and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• AmpUpsupportingTechnology or Integration · 28 May 2026AmpUp expanded its California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP)-certified Level 2 EV charging hardware portfolio to include Autel models under Certificate Number 6053(a)-26. Allows commercial site hosts to deploy Autel hardware under AmpUp's single software backend, reducing regulatory and technical risk.
• ChargeLabcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 April 2026Partnership to bundle EV charging offerings for Canadian site hosts, providing purpose-built charging solutions combining Autel's weather-resistant MaxiCharger units with ChargeLab's OCPP-compliant CSMS with AI-assisted maintenance, load balancing, and real-time monitoring. Also includes EV-olution Charging Systems as preferred Canadian distributor.
• B2C Energy, ACharge, Aplus Smart MobilitysupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 April 2026Ecosystem partners supporting Autel's ultra-fast EV charging demonstration at Beans2Cup@Ratchada in Thailand. Deployment showcased MaxiCharger DS480, DT500, and DT800 units capable of delivering up to 960 kW power. Partners advancing EV charging infrastructure in Thailand.
• EV-olution Charging SystemspreferredChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 April 2026EV-olution Charging Systems serves as preferred Canadian distributor for Autel-ChargeLab integrated EV charging solutions, providing purpose-built charging solutions for Canadian site hosts with weather-resistant MaxiCharger units.
• Windrose ElectricstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 March 2026Completed real-world Megawatt Charging System validation test at mega charging hub in Roosendaal, Netherlands, demonstrating 1.2 MW charging capability using 1,440 kW modular system with liquid-cooled cable technology and ISO 15118-20 compliance. Validates interoperability between Autel's charging infrastructure and Windrose's electric truck platform. Plans to expand collaboration into Australia and other international markets.
• EVCharge Live Thailand and Mobility Live Thailand 2026supportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 January 2026Autel exhibited at the joint event in Bangkok alongside Honda, Geely Riddara, and Bangkok Expressway and Metro, showcasing ultra-fast charging, AI-powered transport systems, and battery innovation as part of Thailand's ambition to become the Renewable Energy and EV Hub of Asia-Pacific.
• Duke EnergysupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 19 September 2025Duke Energy approved Autel's first integrated EV charging and battery energy storage system (BESS) project in the U.S. at Greensboro, North Carolina facility. The project features DC fast chargers and 250-kWh battery system with 125-kW power electronics.
• NayaxcoreTechnology or Integration · 11 August 2025Strategic partnership to integrate Nayax's embedded payment solutions into approximately 100,000 EV chargers across North America and Europe by end of 2026. The collaboration pairs Autel's high-performance charger lineup with Nayax's payment infrastructure to enable faster deployment and convenient payment experience. Includes factory-integrated Nayax Uno Mini payment device in MaxiCharger AC Single.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Broad incumbents

• ABB E-mobility: ABB is a global industrial conglomerate whose E-mobility division produces AC and DC fast chargers (Terra series) up to megawatt-class for automotive, truck, and fleet applications. Competes with Autel's full DC fast and MCS portfolio, with deeper installed bases and broader geographic reach as an incumbent.
• Schneider Electric (EVlink): Schneider Electric offers the EVlink line of AC and DC chargers along with energy management and load-balancing software integrated into its broader electrical distribution portfolio. Comparable to Autel on commercial/fleet chargers and CSMS-style monitoring, leveraging Schneider's incumbent electrical-infrastructure footprint.
• Siemens eMobility: Siemens eMobility provides VersiCharge AC and SICHARGE DC fast chargers (up to 400 kW and beyond) for commercial, fleet, and depot applications. Comparable to Autel's commercial and fleet portfolio as part of a much broader industrial-electrification incumbent.

Direct peers

• Blink Charging: Blink Charging manufactures and operates AC Level 2 and DC fast chargers with a proprietary Blink Network software platform. Direct competitor to Autel's residential/commercial hardware plus CSMS combination across North America.
• Tritium: Tritium designs and manufactures DC fast chargers (PKM, RTM series) up to 350-400 kW and has supplied hardware to major global charging networks. Comparable to Autel on liquid-cooled DC fast hardware and modular power electronics for commercial and highway deployments.
• Wallbox: Wallbox designs and manufactures smart EV chargers (Pulsar Plus, Commander 2) primarily for residential and small commercial segments with bidirectional/V2H capabilities. Closely comparable to Autel's MaxiCharger AC Elite Home and V2G product lines, with similar design-led brand positioning and D2C/Amazon distribution.
• ChargePoint: ChargePoint operates one of the largest EV charging networks globally with Level 2 AC and DC fast hardware plus a cloud-based CSMS/SaaS platform. Direct competitor to Autel across residential, commercial, and fleet segments, with a similarly broad product portfolio and recurring software model.
• EVgo: EVgo operates one of the largest public DC fast charging networks in the U.S. with its own DC fast hardware and software stack. Directly comparable to Autel on commercial DC fast deployments and CSMS, though more network-operator-heavy than Autel's hardware-centric model.
• Allego: Allego is a European EV charging network operator that deploys and operates AC and DC fast chargers (including its own proprietary hardware) across Europe. Direct peer of Autel in European commercial and public charging markets with overlapping customer base of site hosts and fleet operators.
• FLO Services: FLO is a Canadian-headquartered EV charging network operator and manufacturer of AC Level 2 and DC fast chargers, partnered with major utilities and site hosts. Direct competitor to Autel in North America (and specifically Canada, where Autel partners with EV-olution/ChargeLab) on integrated hardware + network services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/autelevcharger
• Facebookfacebook.com/autelenergyglobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/autel-energy-europe
• Instagraminstagram.com/autelenergy

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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