IONNA, the charging network founded by eight of the world’s top automakers: BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Stellantis and Toyota, announced a strategic partnership with major Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain, Sheetz.
IONNA & Sheetz take an ‘all walk, less talk’ approach to opening the nation’s roads to EV drivers and recharging customers where they want to be. A bridge to the future that begins today, IONNA will be opening EV Rechargeries at three Sheetz locations in late December 2024: Springfield & Willoughby, Ohio, and Scranton, Pennsylvania.
The IONNA / Sheetz Rechargeries will include multiple high power charging bays, covered by the signature red canopies for weather protection. Like all traditional refuelers, Rechargery users will enjoy full access to Sheetz amenities including restrooms, food & beverage, Wi-Fi etc.
Sheetz continues to expand its footprint, with a goal of 1,000 store locations by 2028. IONNA will grow alongside them, with the two companies committing to 50 IONNA / Sheetz Rechargeries by the end of 2026.
Co-locating is just the beginning, with incentives and loyalty programs for IONNA and Sheetz patrons rolling out in 2025.
“At IONNA, every decision is made with the driver’s experience in mind. That level of customer centricity is built into the DNA of our business and it’s a quality we recognize in Sheetz, making them the right choice for our first partner,” said Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA.
“Our mission at Sheetz is to put the Sheetz as we know it today, out of business,” said Trevor Walter, EVP of petroleum supply management at Sheetz. “We do this through constantly evolving our business and introducing forward-thinking solutions. As the electric vehicle market expands, enhancing our charging infrastructure exemplifies this commitment. Our collaboration with IONNA has rapidly enabled us to bring more advanced charging options to our customers, demonstrating the power of innovation in delivering seamless, future-focused services.”
