Electric vehicle charging network Ionna is partnering with convenience-store chain Circle K to expand access to high-powered EV charging across the United States.
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Ionna will launch its charging stations, which it calls “rechargeries,” at more than 350 Circle K locations, it said Tuesday in a news release. This includes converting and upgrading 85 existing Circle K charging sites, Ionna said. Ionna will also add new deployments at premium, high-traffic Circle K c-stores where no chargers currently exist.
The first Ionna charging stations at Circle K locations will open by the end of 2026, with more to come in 2027.
“We are honored that Circle K has recognized Ionna as a leader in the industry and entrusted us to serve their customers with the same care and commitment to excellence that they show now,” said Aaron Wolff, COO of Ionna. “Circle K’s scale, customer focus and quality of location make them an ideal partner as we rapidly expand high-power charging where drivers already want to stop.”
Circle K, owned by Laval, Quebec-based Alimentation Couche-Tard, has more than 7,300 stores in the United States.
“At Circle K, our ambition is to make EV charging as easy and convenient as possible for our customers,” said Håkon Stiksrud, vice president of Global eMobility at Circle K. “Partnering with Ionna enables us to scale high-power charging quickly at 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.”
Durham, North Carolina-based Ionna is a joint venture, founded by automakers including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota.
Ionna delivers charging speeds of up to 400 kilowatts. The company’s goal is to build 30,000 high-power charging bays by 2030.
Other convenience-store chains have also partnered with Ionna, including Ankeny, Iowa-based Casey’s and St. Louis-based Wally’s.
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