Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle (EV) owners can now officially charge at Tesla Superchargers. However, unlike the rollout from all other automakers thus far, the access will be limited to Superchargers in the US, with access for Canadians coming later this year.
In early January Mercedes-Benz announced they would be granted access to Tesla’s Supercharger network in February, without providing a specific date. According to an update to Tesla’s website, that date was today as the German automaker is now officially listed as ‘supported’ on Tesla’s NACS website.
This new access gives Mercedes-Benz EV drivers the ability to charge at thousands of Tesla Supercharger stalls across the U.S. However, Canada is not included in the rollout just yet, with neither Mercedes-Benz nor Tesla explaining why there is a delay north of the border.
To charge at Tesla’s Superchargers, current Mercedes-Benz EV owners must use a NACS adapter. The adapter is available for purchase through Mercedes-Benz dealerships for $185 in the U.S. Canadian customers will have to wait until later this quarter for availability and pricing details.
Here’s how @MercedesBenz drivers access the @TeslaCharging Supercharger network with the Mercedes app and a NACS adapter. pic.twitter.com/23FJxIellM
— Drive Tesla (@DriveTeslaca) February 4, 2025
In addition to the adapter, a dealership-installed software update is required. This update, which cannot be installed remotely, enables Tesla Supercharger compatibility and activates Mercedes’ “Plug & Charge” functionality. With Plug & Charge, Mercedes drivers can simply plug in at a Supercharger, and the session will automatically initiate without the need for additional authentication or payment steps.
Once the necessary updates are installed, Supercharger locations will be fully integrated into the Mercedes me Charge app, and the vehicle’s built-in navigation system. Drivers will be able to view real-time charging costs, availability, and routing options that include Tesla Superchargers as part of their trip planning.
While adapters are required, Mercedes-Benz will begin integrating NACS charge ports directly into its North American EVs starting later in 2025.
Tesla has opened its network to other brands through its North American Charging Standard (NACS) initiative. Mercedes-Benz joins a growing list of automakers, including Ford, General Motors, and Rivian, in integrating Tesla’s charging infrastructure into their ecosystem.
