Mercedes-Benz ELF - a novel approach to charging electric vehicles

Electric mobility is a key component on the road to decarbonisation. With its focus on local CO₂-free driving, intelligent charging and holistic resource conservation, Mercedes-Benz is making the case for sustainable innovation with its ELF experimental charging vehicle. ELF is a nickname derived from the German term Experimental-Lade-Fahrzeug – which translates to Experimental Charging Vehicle. Electric mobility is more than just technology – it stands for responsibility towards the environment, society and future generations. But local CO₂-emission-free driving alone is not enough. Charging must also be efficient, intelligent and sustainable. That is why Mercedes‑Benz is consistently working on innovative charging solutions for the home, workplace and public spaces – and actively shaping the future of charging. In 2021, the company was one of the first car manufacturers to launch Plug & Charge, a function that made fast charging easier than ever before. With its own MB.CHARGE Public charging service, which is fully integrated into the vehicle, Mercedes‑Benz set standards for connected public charging in 2019. An integral part of this charging service is Green Charging in Europe, Canada and the U.S., which specifically promotes the use of electricity from renewable energies.