Mercedes-Benz has agreed to transfer its European high-power Mercedes EV charging network to French charging specialist Electra on 3 November 2026. The transaction hands over 47 fast-charging locations across Europe, comprising 374 individual charging points, while giving Mercedes-Benz drivers discounted charging rates at the acquired sites.
Key points
- Mercedes-Benz is transferring 47 fast-charging hubs and 374 charging points across Europe to French operator Electra.
- The decision follows an announcement made by the carmaker one year ago to expand its own European fast-charging network.
- Mercedes-Benz owners will receive discounted rates at Electra charging hubs rather than using an exclusively branded infrastructure.
The handover to Electra
The deal transfers the complete European high-power charging network built by Mercedes-Benz directly to Electra. Under the terms of the agreement, 47 operating hubs will switch to the French operator, moving 374 high-power chargers into Electra’s commercial portfolio.
Electra takes over the management, maintenance and operation of the fast-charging equipment at each of the 47 European sites. The transfer ends the direct operation of high-power hubs by Mercedes-Benz in the region.
A shift from proprietary charging
The handover marks a direct change in strategy for the German carmaker. Mercedes-Benz announced an initiative to expand its own European high-power fast-charging footprint just one year ago, aiming to grow branded infrastructure across key travel corridors.
Handing the network to an established charging operator lets Mercedes-Benz step back from managing high-power charging hardware directly. Building and maintaining high-voltage charging equipment requires ongoing operational investment, electrical grid negotiations and regular station upkeep.
What changes for Mercedes drivers
Mercedes-Benz owners will retain access to the 374 chargers under Electra’s management. Drivers will be offered discounted charging tariffs across the network instead of accessing a dedicated proprietary network operated by the car manufacturer.
Electra will integrate the 47 stations into its existing charging management systems. The acquired hubs remain open for public fast-charging, with pricing preferences applied for Mercedes-Benz vehicles as the sites transition to their new operator.
