"As opposed to many other charging operators, Ionna was founded by several automakers, so there was already a solid base upon which the company could build its infrastructure: the cars' infotainment systems and the carmakers' own smartphone apps. Ionna's chargers have been integrated into apps like PlugShare, Google Maps, Apple Maps, ChargePoint and Shell. Additionally, the stations can be found in the navigation systems of EVs from several brands, including BMW, Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Kia and Mercedes-Benz."
"To top it all off, all Ionna stations have CCS and NACS connectors, as well as credit card readers, catering to most of the EVs on the road in the United States today. (Sorry, owners of older Nissan Leafs.) Phil Retsch, Ionna's Chief Engineer of Charging Technology, said that the up-and-coming charging operator has tested over 60 different vehicle platforms to ensure that new EVs work seamlessly with its chargers, even before customer cars are ship"
Ionna intentionally does not provide a proprietary smartphone app, reducing app fatigue while accepting that some drivers may find stations harder to locate. The company leverages automakers' infotainment systems and existing manufacturer apps as primary user interfaces. Chargers are integrated into PlugShare, Google Maps, Apple Maps, ChargePoint and Shell, and appear in OEM in-vehicle navigation for BMW, Stellantis, Toyota, Ford, Kia and Mercedes-Benz. All stations include both CCS and NACS connectors and credit card readers to serve most U.S. EVs. The operator has tested over 60 vehicle platforms to verify seamless compatibility before customer vehicles arrive.
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