This startup was founded by brave and dedicated people — Serhiy Kushnir & Ilja Voitins. Their journey, which began with a unique idea, has grown into a successful business, remaining the embodiment of ambition and the desire for continuous development.
From the very beginning of its history, EV’s Republic has become a shining example of how to find truly unique ideas. At the time of its foundation, no company in the United States was engaged in the repair and restoration of Tesla cars. It was a vacant niche that the company immediately occupied, entering the market with a new look at the maintenance of electric cars. This ambitious step made EV’s Republic a pioneer in the field of electric car maintenance in the USA.
Serhiy Kushnir — Founder & CEO
Serhiy Kushnir first visited the United States in 2015, initially planning to travel and assist his family as they adjusted to life after emigrating. At the time, Serhiy was an established entrepreneur in Ukraine, where he owned and operated a successful travel agency ranked among the country’s leading firms.
What began as a temporary visit gradually became a turning point. Encouraged by his wife and motivated by the opportunities within the U.S. market, Serhiy made the decision to remain in the United States and explore new business directions. Over the following months, he transitioned his existing business responsibilities to partners abroad and focused on studying the American market, paying particular attention to emerging industries with limited competition.
In 2016, Serhiy identified electric vehicles as a promising and underdeveloped sector. His research revealed growing demand paired with a lack of specialized infrastructure, particularly in the area of Tesla repair and restoration. Recognizing both the technical complexity and the market potential, Serhiy committed himself to gaining deeper knowledge of electric vehicle systems and service requirements.
Through continued hands-on involvement and practical experimentation, Serhiy built expertise in Tesla diagnostics, programming, and high-voltage systems. Over time, this work expanded into the development of internal processes, technical solutions, and supply chains necessary to support professional electric vehicle service operations.
By 2021, Serhiy had established reliable sourcing channels for Tesla vehicles and components and gained direct insight into the needs of Tesla owners. These experiences led him to the conclusion that the U.S. market required a dedicated service company focused exclusively on Tesla vehicles. EV’s Republic was founded as the realization of this vision.
As Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Serhiy is responsible for EV’s Republic’s daily operations, technical direction, team development, and overall execution. He continues to lead the company’s operational growth, service standards, and strategic expansion within the electric vehicle industry.
Ilja Voitins — Co-Founder
Ilja Voitins’ professional background is rooted in sales, marketing, and brand strategy, with long-standing exposure to the automotive sector. Beginning in the early 2000s, his career developed around understanding how automotive businesses communicate value, position themselves in competitive markets, and adapt to changing consumer behavior.
In 2015, Ilja established a marketing company focused on advising automotive service businesses on branding and customer engagement strategies. Over time, this work provided him with a broad, conceptual view of business development across multiple markets, without direct involvement in client operations or internal management.
In 2019, Ilja’s professional path intersected with Serhiy’s through a marketing collaboration involving Serhiy’s family business in the United States. This interaction led to an ongoing exchange of ideas and perspectives, gradually forming a relationship based on mutual respect and shared entrepreneurial interests.
In 2021, Ilja visited California, where he and Serhiy met in person and discussed long-term trends in electric mobility, technology, and business development. Their conversations focused on vision and opportunity rather than execution, laying the foundation for future collaboration.
When Serhiy later shared the concept behind EV’s Republic, Ilja contributed insight from a strategic and market-oriented perspective. His role evolved into that of a co-founder and co-owner, centered on high-level vision, market fluctuations, positioning, and long-term outlook.
Project launch
EV’s Republic officially began operations in March 2022 under Serhiy’s leadership. The company entered the market at a time when demand for specialized Tesla services was rapidly increasing and competition remained limited. This positioning allowed EV’s Republic to gain early attention within the Tesla owner community.
From the outset, the company focused on building operational excellence, technical capability, and customer trust. As awareness grew, EV’s Republic established relationships with Tesla clubs and developed a strong reputation for service quality and reliability.
Today, EV’s Republic continues to expand its presence within the electric vehicle sector, guided by Serhiy’s operational leadership and supported by a shared long-term vision between the founders. The company’s growth reflects a broader shift toward electric mobility and the increasing need for specialized infrastructure to support it.