Mercedes-Benz is preparing a major expansion of its global charging network, confirming that next-generation Alpitronic HYC1000 fast chargers will be installed across Canada, the United States, and Europe starting next year.
The new chargers, capable of delivering up to 600 kilowatts (kW) per vehicle, are designed to dramatically reduce charging times and prepare the network for future EV technology.
Ultra-Fast Charging
Currently, most public fast chargers top out at around 350 kW. Mercedes is partnering with Alpitronic and deploying their HYC1000 charging hubs, which nearly double that benchmark, giving drivers shorter, more convenient stops. The upcoming all-electric Mercedes CLA, for instance, will be able to add up to 325 kilometers (200 miles) of range in just ten minutes using the new system.
The HYC1000 features a modular, decentralized design. Instead of each stall housing its own power unit, a central cabinet delivers up to 1,000 kW at 800 amps, which can then be distributed intelligently across multiple charging points.
Each dispenser is capable of providing up to 600 kW when conditions allow, making the setup both highly efficient and future-proof.
“With the integration of the HYC1000 and the development of an extremely powerful fast charger, we’re setting new standards for public charging. Together with Alpitronic, we’re creating a charging experience that is not only extremely fast but also seamlessly integrated into our premium ecosystem,” said Franz Reiner, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG.
Open to All EVs, With Perks for Mercedes Owners
The Mercedes-Benz Charging Network is brand-neutral, meaning drivers of any EV will be able to use the new stations. In North America, the chargers will be equipped with both CCS and Tesla’s NACS connectors, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of vehicles.
Mercedes customers, however, will enjoy exclusive advantages such as the ability to automatically reserve charging stalls. .
Currently, about 80 Mercedes hubs are operational worldwide, including in Germany, Austria, Japan, China, and the United States. With the expansion into Canada and other markets, the company expects to grow its footprint quickly. By the end of the decade, Mercedes plans to install more than 10,000 individual fast-charging points globally.
