Mercedes-Benz Partners with Starbucks for 400 kW DC EV Charging Stations at 100 Locations

Jul 17, 2024, 01:48 PM

A Mercedes-Benz unit announced on Wednesday that it has partnered with Starbucks to deploy fast-charging stations at more than 100 locations across the United States. The initiative will involve the installation of 400 kW DC electric vehicle (EV) chargers at Starbucks locations along Interstate 5, starting in 2025. The chargers will be open to all electric vehicles, aiming to enhance the EV charging infrastructure in the U.S. Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging CEO Andrew Cornelia stated that the company is looking to reimagine EV charging to be as convenient as ordering a cup of coffee.