Why Many EV Charging Stations Are Failing to Deliver Profits

As global EV adoption continues to grow, many charging operators are facing an unexpected challenge: traditional EV charging stations are struggling to remain profitable.

High upfront investment, low charger utilization, rigid fixed-power architecture, and rising maintenance costs are limiting returns. In many cases, expensive DC fast chargers operate far below their capacity, while grid constraints make expansion costly and slow.

To address these issues, the industry is shifting toward split-type flexible EV charging systems. By separating centralized power cabinets from front-end charging terminals, power can be dynamically allocated based on real-time demand—significantly improving utilization and ROI.

FES Power’s split-type flexible charging solution, with centralized power cabinets up to 720 kW, enables operators to serve more vehicles, reduce grid dependency, lower OPEX, and build scalable, future-ready charging sites.

As EV charging enters a more competitive phase, flexibility—not just power—is becoming the key to long-term profitability.