EVWire brief: Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging (HPC) was named the preferred EV-charging provider for Federal Realty Investment Trust’s US retail portfolio. The partners plan to deploy about 500 ultra-fast charging stalls, open to all vehicle brands, beginning with 20 locations that go live in 2026.
Details:
Each initial site will feature up to 10 stalls delivering 400 kW and supporting both CCS-1 and NACS plugs.
The initial rollout will begin with 20 locations across Federal's national portfolio, including
Camelback Colonnade in Phoenix, AZ;
Lawrence Park Shopping Center in Broomall, PA; and
Shops at Pembroke Gardens in Pembroke Pines, FL.
Bigger picture: Mercedes HPC just celebrated opening their 400th stall in the US, now deployed over 14 states and has over 2,000 in development, aiming for 2,500 stalls by 2027 on a $1B budget.
Quotes:
❝EV drivers are looking for more than just fast charging, they want an experience that fits effortlessly into their lives. Federal Realty's national portfolio of properties meets this need in a meaningful way by placing chargers at destinations people already trust and enjoy. Together, we're tapping into a growing customer sentiment: charging isn't just about power — it's about place.❞
❝We're proud to support a new, scalable model for EV infrastructure—one that reflects our DNA and our focus on enduring value. This collaboration adds a forward-looking amenity to some of the country's most consistently successful retail properties, enhancing the customer experience and reinforcing the strength of our portfolio.❞
Image: Mercedes-Benz HPC
Source: Mercedes-Benz HPC, Andrew Cornelia LinkedIn post.
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