1,000+ Ultra-Fast Charging Bays Coming in 2025
Kia America and its fellow IONNA partners are celebrating the nationwide expansion of the IONNA charging network, marking a major milestone for EV infrastructure in the U.S. This transition from public beta to full-scale deployment underscores a commitment from eight leading automakers—BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Stellantis, and Toyota—to build a reliable, high-speed charging network. The first-ever IONNA Rechargery in Apex, NC, and the opening of IONNA’s new headquarters and Customer Experience Lab in Durham, NC, set the stage for this ambitious rollout.
Key Highlights:
- IONNA successfully completed over 4,400 charging sessions across 80+ EV models during testing.
- More than 100 charging sites have already been contracted, with new Rechargeries opening in Houston, TX, and Abilene, KS, alongside seven more locations under construction.
- The nationwide expansion aims to bring over 1,000 ultra-fast (400 kW) charging bays online by 2025.
- A five-year plan will deliver 30,000 charging bays, creating new jobs and boosting American EV infrastructure.
- New AI-powered retail spaces will debut in Q1 2025, offering Amazon’s “Just Walk Out” technology for seamless, 24/7 shopping.
- Plug & Charge technology and deep vehicle integration will enhance user experience, reservations, and in-car payments.
Expanding the Future of EV Charging
The IONNA network is designed to provide fast, reliable, and widely available charging to support the growing EV market. Its commitment to American innovation includes advanced AI-powered retail experiences, real-time vehicle integration, and seamless payment solutions. With thousands of new charging bays planned, IONNA is set to revolutionize EV charging nationwide.
About Kia America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America is recognized among TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the Official Automotive Partner of the NBA and WNBA and offers a diverse lineup of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a nationwide network of over 775 dealers.
