Mercedes-Benz Opens First EV Charging Hub In America, Catering To All Drivers
Mercedes-Benz recently inaugurated its first premium electric vehicle charging hub at the company’s USA headquarters in Sandy Springs, Georgia. This launch marks the beginning of a significant expansion in the region’s public charging network, catering to all brands of EVs.
Plus, the move is part of the automaker’s ambitious plan to invest over US$1 billion in a joint venture with MN8 Energy to establish 2,500 chargers across at least 400 charging hubs by 2030.
The newly opened charging hub at Mercedes-Benz USA headquarters sets a benchmark for standalone charging facilities.
The hub boasts several notable features, including ChargePoint chargers capable of up to 400kW charging rates, some of the fastest available in the industry.
In an inclusive move, the plug-ins will be made available to drivers of any EV brand.
All users can relax in comfortable lounges, complete with couches, lounge chairs, vending machines, refreshments, and restroom facilities.
That’s not all. The facility features a solar canopy that offers weather cover and safety lighting, while also generating clean electricity through solar panels.
A 15-foot-tall pylon, visible from the street, displays the status of each charging stall, indicating whether it is in use, free, or reserved, while special spots cater to handicapped-accessible vehicles and vans or trailers.
In terms of sustainability, the charging hub operates on renewable energy sources, ensuring carbon neutrality that matches the purpose of EV drivers.
[via Electrek and Petrol Plaza, images via Mercedes-Benz]
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