IONNA has announced a new partnership with Circle K aimed at increasing the number of high-powered electric vehicle chargers across the United States.
IONNA is an electric vehicle charging network joint venture backed by several major OEMs, including General Motors, Stellantis, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Honda, Toyota, and Hyundai. Through a new partnership with Circle K, IONNA aims to build more than 350 new charging locations, which will be branded as “Rechargeries @ Circle K.”
As part of the new agreement, IONNA has agreed to operate Circle K’s existing electric vehicle charging locations across the US, while leveraging 85 additional locations. The partnership will also launch new charging stations at several popular Circle K stores that currently lack electric vehicle infrastructure. The first Rechargeries @ Circle K site is expected to open for service later this year, with additional locations set to open in 2027. Circle K’s footprint currently includes more than 7,300 stores nationwide.
The Rechargeries @ Circle K on-site charging station will offer charging speeds of up to 400 kW, making it one of the fastest public charging solutions available today. Charging sites will support North American Charging Standard (NACS) and CCS connectors. Drivers will also have access to food, drink and grocery items, while select locations will also offer car wash services.
“At Circle K, our ambition is to make charging electric vehicles as easy and convenient as possible for our customers,” said VP Global eMobility at Circle K, Håkon Stiksrud. “Partnering with IONNA allows us to rapidly scale high-power charging in locations drivers already trust – combining fast, reliable charging with a great food and beverage experience. This partnership is an important step in preparing for the future, delivering not just charging, but a complete retail experience that supports our customers on the go.”
More broadly, IONNA aims to open 30,000 high-power charging spots across North America by 2030.
Despite facing headwinds such as the expiration of the federal electric vehicle tax credit, GM maintains that electric vehicles remain the company’s “north star.”
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