Mercedes Restarts US Electric Vehicle Sales After 6 Months

After a six-month break, Mercedes-Benz dealers across America are once again selling the company's full lineup of electric vehicles, just as the sleek new CLA EV arrives on US roads.

Mercedes temporarily stopped taking orders for its EQ electric models last July, citing uncertain market conditions. Now the German automaker has quietly reopened the order books for its entire 2026 electric lineup, including the EQE Sedan, EQE SUV, EQS Sedan, and EQS SUV.

The timing brings fresh options for American drivers interested in luxury electric vehicles. All four EQ models now come with adapters that let owners charge at Tesla Supercharger stations, solving one of the biggest concerns for electric vehicle buyers: finding convenient places to charge on road trips.

Mercedes sweetened the deal with upgrades to its 2026 models. The EQE vehicles pack more horsepower and accelerate faster than before, making them even more fun to drive.

The company never stopped building these vehicles at its Alabama manufacturing plant during the pause. Instead, it kept production lines humming by shipping cars to international buyers while figuring out the best approach for the US market.

The Ripple Effect

Mercedes is calling 2025 its "largest product offensive" ever, bringing more electric choices to American roads than any previous year. The new CLA EV has already proven popular in Europe and is now reaching the first US customers, with deliveries ramping up throughout the spring.

This manufacturing facility in Alabama shows how electric vehicle production creates American jobs even for international brands. Workers there continued building electric SUVs and sedans throughout the order pause, keeping the factory running at full capacity.

The expansion of charging options matters beyond just Mercedes owners. As more luxury brands adopt Tesla's charging standard, it strengthens the case for all automakers to join the network, ultimately making electric vehicle ownership easier for everyone.

Americans interested in luxury electric vehicles now have more paths forward, whether they want the spacious EQS SUV for family road trips or the stylish new CLA for daily commuting. More choices in showrooms means more drivers can find an electric vehicle that fits their lifestyle and budget.