IONNA charging network partners with Circle K
IONNA charging network has partnered with Circle K to significantly expand access to EV charging across the nation, according to a Tuesday press release.
The network, founded by BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota, would be expanded to more than 350 sites through the partnership.
IONNA will assume operation of sites already in Circle K’s portfolio. It will “rapidly convert and upgrade” about 85 existing Circle K sites. The network will also accelerate new deployments at premium, high-traffic Circle K locations where no chargers exist.
The first “Rechargeries @ Circle K” will begin serving customers by the end of 2026, followed by an additional scale 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, in the release. “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.”
IONNA delivers charging speeds of up to 400kW with both NCAS and CCS access.
“At Circle K, our ambition is to make EV charging as easy and convenient as possible for our customers,” said Håkon Stiksrud, VP 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.”
Circle K has more than 7,300 stores nationwide.
The Get Connected Electric Vehicle Report reported that in Q4 2025 the number of publicly available EV charger increased 22% from Q4 2024, while EVs on the road increased 25%
Nationwide, there were 246,755 EVs registered in Q4 2025, but only 8,537 new public chargers added – a ratio of 29 new EVs for every new public port, the report says.
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