Everything You Need to Know About Owning an Electric Vehicle in Alberta

The popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) in Canada has been growing in recent years, and Alberta is no exception. The province, known for its wide-open spaces, cold winters, and comparatively smaller charging infrastructure, still presents an excellent environment for EV ownership. In this article, we explore life with an EV, focusing particularly on the experience of owning a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle in Alberta.

Charging Infrastructure

A crucial aspect of EV ownership is charging. The majority of owners charge their vehicles at home, a process that, for a Mercedes-Benz EV, typically takes between 8 to 12 hours. However, when you’re on the road or covering longer distances, you’ll need access to a charging station.

The good news is that Alberta’s fast-charging infrastructure is expanding. There are currently nearly 300 charging stations across the province. These stations are conveniently located along the Calgary-Edmonton corridor and major highways. In cities like Calgary, Red Deer, Edmonton, Airdrie, Drumheller, and more, charging stations are also easily accessible. This growing network has you covered for long-distance travel and is set to improve even further.

Mercedes-Benz vehicles can access a variety of charging networks directly from the Mercedes me app, and your Mercedes-Benz EV can also locate charging stations for you through the navigation system. In other words, not only are there more and more growing stations across Alberta, but they are also becoming significantly easier to find and the number of available stations is steadily growing.

Improved EV Technology

Today’s electric vehicles offer greater range than ever before. Most Mercedes-Benz models provide over 400 kilometres of range, with the EQS sedan stretching beyond 500 kilometres.

In addition, advanced technology supports drivers in maximizing range and planning their EV journeys. The Mercedes-Benz Navigation with Electric Intelligence system considers external factors to estimate the available range and to determine whether it’s sufficient to reach your destination. Although cold weather and highway driving can reduce the range – two elements we know well in Alberta – these new technologies help owners mitigate and plan for these factors, significantly minimizing the overall impact on your commute and planning.

Conclusion

Living with an EV in Alberta is not just possible, but it’s also an excellent decision. Owning a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle lets you enjoy all the benefits of luxury and refinement that the brand is known for, plus the added perk of enhanced performance brought by electrification. With the advanced technology that these vehicles come with and a rapidly growing charging infrastructure, there’s no need to worry about adopting an electric vehicle. Embrace the future of mobility in Alberta with confidence and enjoy a seamless electric driving experience.