PowerX and Mercedes-Benz Launch First EV Charging Hub in Japan

CHIBA, Japan –  PowerX, Inc. (Headquarters: Tamano City, Okayama; CEO & Representative Executive Officer: Masahiro Ito) announced the opening of the “Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub Chiba Park” on July 8th, the inaugural site in a new high-power EV charging network established under its comprehensive partnership with Mercedes-Benz High Power Charging Japan G.K. (Headquarters: Chiba City, Chiba; President & CEO: Andreas Lehr, hereafter “MBHPCJ”).

Located within Chiba Park, the site offers a public high-power charging service with a maximum output of 150 kW, available to all EV owners. The park features amenities such as a cafe and a sports gym, allowing drivers to enjoy their time comfortably while their vehicle charges.

The station is equipped with the PowerX Hypercharger, a battery-integrated ultrafast EV charging system offering two charging ports. Additionally, the hub debuts a custom-designed Mercedes-Benz dispenser unit that includes a large touchscreen interface for enhanced usability.

The Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub operates on a pay-per-use model, with fees based on electricity consumption. Mercedes-Benz EV owners can authenticate and pay seamlessly via "MB.CHARGE Public", while owners of other EV brands can access the hub using "PowerX App".

Following this launch, PowerX and MBHPCJ will open the "Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub Kashiwa Shonan" and "Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub Komazawa." PowerX will oversee the entire process from site selection to ongoing hub operations, supporting the build-out of EV charging infrastructure across Japan and advancing Mercedes-Benz’s electrification strategy.

Station Overview – Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub Chiba Park

Location: Chiba Park Parking Lot #2, 3-1-1 Benten, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture
Hardware: PowerX “Hypercharger” (battery-integrated ultrafast EV charger)
Units / Ports: 1 unit / 2 ports
Output: 150 kW (Boost Mode for 10 minutes) / 120 kW (Continuous Output)
Hours: 24/7 
Service start: July 8, 2025, 15:00

■ Upcoming Locations

◼︎ Eligibility

Owners of electric vehicles compatible with the “CHAdeMO” charging standard
※ CHAdeMO adapters cannot be used.

◼︎ Charging Session Time

Up to 30 minutes
※ Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub locations do not accept charging reservations made through the PowerX App.

◼︎Price

・Mercedes-Benz EV owners
Authenticate and pay via the MB.CHARGE Public service.
Begin charging by holding your charging card to the dispenser unit.

Price : ¥94.6 / kWh (tax included)
_{※ MB.CHARGE Public is a paid service requiring a separate contract. At Mercedes-Benz Charging Hubs, only the “DC Fast & AC Charging” plan can be used; the “AC Charging Only” plan is not accepted.Charging cards issued by services other than MB.CHARGE Public are not accepted.}

・Owners of BEV models from other brands
Authenticate and pay via the PowerX App.

Price: ¥100 / kWh (tax included)
_{※ Not eligible for PowerX First member discounts.}

[Download the PowerX App: https://power-x.jp/app]