Mercedes-Benz Opens Its First European Charging Station In Germany
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- Mercedes-Benz partners with E.ON to expand its charging network in Europe.
- The charging station is accessible to vehicles of all sizes and brands.
- It is equipped with six 300 kW charging points.
Mercedes-Benz recently inaugurated its first European charging station in Mannheim, Germany, featuring six 300 kW charging points for electric vehicles. To optimise energy distribution, each charger has a single port, ensuring maximal efficiency. Additionally, with intelligent charging management, select EVs can achieve an 80 per cent charge in less than 20 minutes. In a strategic partnership, E.ON will collaborate with Mercedes-Benz on the development and operation of the Charging Network in Europe, offering support in various stages, from site selection to construction and ongoing services.
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The charging station is equipped with six 300 kW charging points.
The charging station is accessible to vehicles of all sizes and brands, while also offering exclusive benefits to Mercedes-Benz customers. This includes a welcome introductory rate and complimentary charging via the Mercedes Me Charge service during the initial months. Furthermore, the navigation system in Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles provides real-time information on charging points, facilitating route planning to optimize travel timings. A reservation function is also in the works, allowing Mercedes-Benz customers to book charging points in advance.
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The charging station is accessible to vehicles of all sizes and brands.
Following locations in the U.S. and China, Mannheim marks the fourth operational charging station for Mercedes-Benz globally, with more slated to open by year-end. Future expansion plans include additional sites in Germany and new charging stations in Italy, Spain, and France by 2024, contributing to a global network of over 2,000 charging points, with 200 in Europe alone. Mercedes-Benz aims to establish over 10,000 fast-charging points worldwide by the end of the decade.
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