Cyber threats are getting smarter. So are EV chargers.
Starting August 1st, 2025, new EU rules will require all connected radio equipment, including EV chargers, to meet cybersecurity standards. It’s part of an update to the Radio Equipment Directive, known as RED (EU) 2022/30.
At Zaptec UK, although this directive does not apply to the UK yet, we believe that best-in-class security is not an optional extra.
This EU directive ensures that any product using radio technologies (like WiFi or Bluetooth) is secure by design. It’s not just about fending off cyberattacks. It’s about protecting people, data and the grid. At Zaptec UK, although this directive does not apply to the UK yet, we believe that best-in-class security is not an optional extra.
To meet these new requirements, manufacturers must:
There’s a lot of responsibility for an EV charger. Fortunately, we’ve got it covered.
To comply, we build our products according to EN 18031, a European standard for cybersecurity in connected devices. That means:
This applies whether our products are installed in a single-family home or across a massive commercial fleet.
A compliant product isn’t just one that’s well built—it needs to stay compliant. Firmware updates are how we make that happen.
Here’s how it works:
Older chargers? They’re not affected by the directive, but we still keep them secure with updates when possible.
Whether your charger connects via Wi-Fi, 4G or Power Line Communication (PLC), our security model stays the same. That means end-to-end encryption, role-based access and secure device authentication.