This fall, Mercedes-Benz will launch its first high-power charging stations as part of its ambitious plans to develop a more extensive global charging network. The first Mercedes-Benz charging hubs will be operational in Atlanta (USA), Chengdu (China), and Mannheim (Germany) beginning in October. Mercedes-Benz wants to increase the number of high-power charging stations in its global network to over 2,000 by the end of 2024. By the end of the decade, there should be more than 2,000 charging hubs with more than 10,000 charging points.
At a glance: Mercedes-Benz charging hubs Mercedes-Benz creates new benchmarks for efficient, practical, and ecological charging of electric vehicles with the help of this charging network. The charging stations give a charging rate of up to 400 kW depending on the region, and they do so using the corresponding standard charging systems, CCS1, CCS2, NACS, and GB/T. Each car can be charged at its maximum power rating thanks to clever charging management. The amount of time that clients must wait to be charged has drastically decreased. Mercedes-Benz places a high value on ensuring that its customers have a positive and secure experience when choosing the locations of the charging hubs. The Mercedes-Benz dealerships where the charging stations are located both include other surrounding amenities, including drinks, food, and restrooms, as well as locations near high-traffic areas. It is intended to install security cameras at the charging stations to ensure the public's safety. At specific places, intelligent light poles provide not only the necessary lighting but also useful LED components that inform users of the charging station's availability and the vehicle's current charging status. At a few charging hubs, canopies provide weather protection.
Drivers of all brands are welcome to access the charging network. Customers of Mercedes-Benz have particular perks, such as the option to reserve a charging station through the Mercedes-Benz Me Charge service to shorten wait times. The more than 1.3 million charging stations that users presently have access to worldwide will be supplemented by the Mercedes-Benz charging network, which will be seamlessly integrated. The charging stations will be linked directly into route planning using Mercedes-Benz's Navigation with Electric Intelligence to display the best charging route. The charging stations will include extra convenience features like Plug & Charge to make the charging experience even more comfortable. As soon as the charging cable is put in, this service enables Mercedes-Benz customers to automate the charging and payment procedures.
"We are adamant that electric mobility holds the key to an environmentally friendly, emission-free future. Our objective is to build a charging infrastructure that is dependable and simple for electric vehicles. We are aggressively promoting the switch to electric mobility in this way. We are enhancing global charging choices and establishing new benchmarks for charging electric vehicles with the Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network. We wish to actively promote the use of zero-emission automobiles among our clientele in order to help the environment. CEO of Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG, Franz Reiner
Sustainable transportation using green energy Mercedes-Benz also offers its customers the option to charge in an environmentally beneficial manner thanks to the 100% renewable electricity used inside this charging network, in keeping with its sustainable business strategy "Ambition 2039". Wherever possible, this is best accomplished through green electricity supply contracts or by using renewable energy certificates from a reputable supplier. Solar panels will be added to a few charging hubs so they can generate their own electricity. expansion of international charging options
Mercedes-Benz is investing in a global charging network as part of its ongoing "electric only" goal and commitment to a charging infrastructure that is future-proof. The Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network is one way that Mercedes-Benz is continuously growing its current offering. Another factor in this is the newly announced joint venture with six other OEMs to further develop the North American charging infrastructure as well as the European fast charging network, IONITY. Another crucial element of the business's overall electrification strategy is the Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG is the umbrella company for all companies involved in the charging network.