Ionity boss has plan for stations across Europe; he just needs an EV boom

Ionity is a joint venture set up in 2017 by Ford, BMW, Daimler and the Volkswagen Group to install a network of fast electric chargers across Europe. The company also has signed agreements with oil giants Shell and Eni to build chargers at their fuel stations. Michael Hajesch, Ionity’s managing director, previously was senior manager of BMW’s i electric subbrand. He spoke with Automotive News Europe Correspondent Nick Gibbs about Ionity’s goals.