IONNA Reaches Milestone Of Over 3,000 Contracted EV Charging Bays Through Wawa Partnership

IONNA, a nationwide EV charging network, has announced a significant partnership with Wawa. This collaboration aims to enhance the availability of electric vehicle charging stations across the United States. The first IONNA Rechargery at Wawa will open next week in Daytona Beach, Florida. This marks a major step towards IONNA's goal of establishing 30,000 charging bays by 2030.IONNA's collaboration with Wawa represents its largest commitment to date in expanding EV charging infrastructure. The new Rechargeries will feature 400kW Genuine Charge Dispensers and offer car care amenities. Customers can also enjoy canopy coverage and access to Wawa's products and facilities while their vehicles charge.The partnership with Wawa is part of IONNA's broader strategy to provide convenient and reliable charging solutions for electric vehicle owners. Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating that it allows drivers to charge comfortably and conveniently. "We couldn’t think of a better way to achieve a key milestone than reaching it with Wawa," he said.Rich Makin, Chief Fuel Officer at Wawa, highlighted the company's dedication to offering speed and convenience through this new venture with IONNA. "As we continue to expand our EV services, we are thrilled to provide our customers with a one-stop for fresh food, beverages and EV charging!" he stated.Wawa has been expanding its footprint in the EV charging sector by integrating these services into its existing locations. The company operates over 1,100 stores across various states including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Ohio, Indiana and Washington D.C.

About IONNA and Wawa

IONNA was established as a joint venture by eight leading automakers: BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota. Its mission is to redefine the charging experience by creating an integrated customer journey through advanced technology and retail integration.Wawa began as an iron foundry in New Jersey in 1803 before transitioning into dairy farming in the early 1900s. The first Wawa Food Market opened in Pennsylvania in 1964 as an outlet for dairy products. Today it offers freshly prepared foods alongside fuel services and surcharge-free ATMs.The opening of the Daytona Beach location will increase IONNA's total bay count to 212 live bays and 3,064 contracted bays. This achievement represents over 10% of their target for live bays by 2030 within just over a year since inception.
Article Published On: Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 21:49 [IST]
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