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Mercedes-Benz to introduce EV charging stations

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August 29, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Group will introduce EV charging stations this fall, according to a press release.

Starting in October, the first Mercedes-Benz charging hubs will go into operation in Atlanta, Chengdu, China and Mannheim, Germany.

By the end of 2024, Mercedes-Benz aims to expand its global charging network to over 2,000 charging points. The long-term goal is to create more than 2,000 charging hubs with over 10,000 charging points by the end of the decade.

Depending on region, the charging stations will offer a charging rate of up to 400 kilowatts, provided via the respective standard charging systems CCS1, CCS2, NACS and GB/T.

The charging stations will be located at main traffic areas and select Mercedes-Benz dealerships, and offer other nearby amenities, such as refreshments, snacks and restroom facilities.

To ensure safety, the company will equip the stations with surveillance cameras. At selected locations, intelligent light poles will offer not only appropriate lighting but also functional LED elements that provide information on the availability of the charging point and the charging status of the vehicle.

Canopies at selected charging hubs will offer protection against weather.