Mercedes-Benz has a new idea for Cars and Coffee. Instead of a weekend car show with an AMG GT, think about daily stops at Starbucks in an EQE. While you enjoy a Tripleshot Espresso, your car can plug into a 400-kilowatt fast charger in the parking lot.
The plan is to have Mercedes fast chargers at over 100 Starbucks locations in the United States. The project will start on the West Coast, with Interstate 5 running through California, Oregon, and Washington. This collaboration, driven by Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging North America, launched its first 400-kW fast charging station in November 2023 and aims to work with various companies to place fast chargers in convenient locations.
“The collaboration between two leading brands like Mercedes-Benz and Starbucks will uplift the charging experience for all EV drivers,” said Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging’s Andrew Cornelia. “Together, we seek to create positive experiences that make drivers excited to plug in. We envision a future where charging your vehicle is as easy as enjoying your favorite Starbucks.”
While details on the first Starbucks charger’s location and launch date are not yet available, this partnership aims to bring DC fast chargers to key Starbucks locations along major routes. This is part of a nationwide effort that will expand over the next 12 to 18 months.
This initiative is part of Mercedes’ goal to have its automotive fleet and manufacturing plants fully carbon-neutral by 2039.
