Mercedes-Benz has launched its first DC fast-charging stations in Canada, starting with three new sites in British Columbia, as it rolls out a broader fast-charging network around Metro Vancouver.
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging (HPC) has opened locations in Abbotsford, Pitt Meadows, and Tsawwassen, with five more fast-charging hubs planned over the coming months. Once complete, the eight-site buildout will form a regional network spanning Greater Vancouver and Southern British Columbia.
What sets these stations apart is their “four-cable” setup at every stall. Each charger is equipped with both CCS-1 and NACS connectors, meaning drivers won’t need adapters or have to guess whether a stall will work with their vehicle.
Heiko Schmidt, president and CEO of Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging North America and Canada, said, “With our new design, every stall supports every vehicle – no adapters, no barriers – reflecting our commitment to simplicity, reliability, and access for all. It’s an important step in building the infrastructure EV ownership demands while strengthening the public charging network in Canada.”
The charging hubs are being installed at retail and mixed-use locations, with four of the eight sites developed in partnership with BGO Properties. The full list of locations includes:
- Abbotsford – Abbotsford Power Centre
- Coquitlam – Sunwood Square
- Nanaimo – Woodgrove Shopping Centre
- Penticton – Penticton Lakeside Resort
- Pitt Meadows – Meadowvale Shopping Centre
- Squamish – Squamish Station
- Surrey – Panorama Village
- Tsawwassen – Tsawwassen Mills
Each site features Alpitronic HYC 400 DC fast chargers that can deliver up to 400 kW of power. For EVs that can take advantage of those speeds, Mercedes-Benz says models like its upcoming electric GLC can add up to 303 km (188 miles) of range in about 10 minutes.
The stations will also support Plug and Charge for compatible vehicles, allowing drivers to start charging and billing automatically just by plugging in, with no apps, cards, or taps required.
Mercedes-Benz’s Canadian expansion follows similar high-power charging deployments the automaker has been rolling out in the US, as it continues to build its own branded public charging network alongside existing providers. It now has a US network of over 650 charging stalls.
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