US EV Charging Joint Venture IONNA Enters National Release Phase; Announces 100 Sites

IONNA, the joint venture founded by the world's leading automakers - BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota - has announced its transition from public beta to full-scale national release in the US. IONNA has also announced in excess of 100 contracted sites nationwide, including the opening of new 'Rechargeries' in Houston, Texas and Abilene, Kansas, with Willcox, Arizona joining another six additional locations under construction.

In addition, it's opened its headquarters and customer experience lab, a hub dedicated to ongoing testing and innovation, and unwavering commitment to a driver-first experience.

After a rigorous testing phase in late 2024, automaker vehicle fleets and everyday drivers helped stress-test the IONNA network, completing more than 4,400 charging sessions, on over 80 unique vehicle models...

IONNA plans to bring over 1,000 additional charging bays online in 2025.

It will also introduce computer-vision powered by AI and sensor fusion technology to enable automated 'grab & go' offerings.

Made possible by collaborating with Amazon, these cutting-edge retail spaces will allow drivers to grab refreshments and essentials 24/7 and without checkout lines.

In a a press statement, IONNA says: 'IONNA will set a new standard for interoperability and ease of use in 2025. Plug & Charge technology, already available now, will grow to include a leading number of automakers as the year progresses. Through vehicle integration, IONNA will also enable features like AI-driven smart reservations/routing optimization, in-car payments, and other features – the most integration-rich charging network in America is on its way'.

IONNA aims to have over 30,000 ultra-fast-and-reliable charging points by 2030.