JOLT, an electric vehicle charging network that also operates a digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising platform in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK, announced an agreement to acquire part of the Volta Media Network from Shell, marking its entry into the American EV charging market.
The acquisition, which remains subject to closing conditions, would expand JOLT’s charging and media infrastructure to locations in up to 34 states and 64 Designated Marketing Areas, including cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago and Dallas–Fort Worth.
JOLT will acquire selected Volta assets to support services for EV drivers, advertisers and property partners.
The integration of Volta’s network will build on JOLT’s model of combining digital out-of-home displays with EV charging, placing advertising at locations people commonly visit, including malls, restaurants, travel hubs and retail centers. JOLT uses data tools to support its advertising services, providing targeting, audience measurement and reporting.
Using Volta’s existing infrastructure and JOLT’s experience in streetside OOH displays and EV charging, the combined network is intended to offer consistent advertising capabilities and expanded charging access for EV drivers.
With this expansion, JOLT says it would become one of the largest combined EV charging and digital out-of-home networks. The company works with brands in retail, automotive, finance, technology and food service, including McDonald’s, Amazon, Toyota, Target and American Express.
With charging speeds suitable for both short and extended sessions, the combined network is intended to support various charging needs for EV drivers and provide additional advertising opportunities at public charging locations.
JOLT’s expansion reflects how mobility infrastructure and digital media are being combined, providing advertisers with opportunities to reach audiences at charging locations and contributing to the availability of EV charging. The company plans to expand into additional US markets in 2026 and work with advertisers, property owners and municipalities to increase its network of charging and media sites.
The agreement is scheduled to close on January 1st, 2026, and remains subject to customary closing conditions. Shell was advised on the transaction by Goldman Sachs & Co.
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