Couche-Tard bringing new THC beverage to Circle K in Carolinas and Florida

The rollout features Viola’s new cannabis craft soda, Iverson, produced in partnership with wellness company Horticulture. 

What we learned from the NACS Show 2025

From bold flavors to improving operations to encroaching competition, retailers discussed the pressures and trends shaping the industry.

MassDOT to reopen bidding process for 18 travel plazas

Global Partners, which played a significant role in Applegreen terminating its contract with the state of Massachusetts, intends to resubmit its bid, its COO said in a statement to C-Store Dive.

Pilot-owned fuel distributor acquires West Coast competitor

The deal includes Down Energy’s six cardlock facilities, fleet card, and delivered fuels and lubricants distribution businesses in Southern California.

Inside Rutter’s bold and greasy foodservice playbook

Behind off-the-wall creations like the Hangover Burger is a sophisticated vetting and development system, Director of Foodservice and Bar Strategy Philip Santini said at the NACS Show.

Murphy USA CFO resigns

Galagher Jeff’s departure comes amid a financially volatile past year for Murphy, which experienced revenue declines in 2024 as it invested heavily in new store development.

EV charging missing the mark for c-stores, industry execs say

Leaders from Parker’s, Sheetz and Nouria discussed how customer attitudes toward chargers have changed in the past year and a half.

7 takeaways from Day 3 of the 2025 NACS Show

Education sessions on coffee program development, AI use cases and alcohol merchandising piqued our interest, as did the many snacks, candies and greasy foods on the show floor.

Penny shortage poses compliance woes for retailers, industry groups warn

SNAP-authorized stores risk violating federal law when they round to the nearest nickel for cash-paying consumers, industry groups including NACS and NATSO told the USDA.

6 takeaways from Day 2 of the 2025 NACS Show

Workshops on crime, foodservice and inventory management dominated the early morning, but it was a free-for-all once the massive expo floor opened for the first time.

5 takeaways from Day 1 of the 2025 NACS Show

Education sessions covering snacking trends, safety, fuel profitability and more stole the show as attendees waited for the expo floor to open on Day 2.

3 Big Numbers: How to wrangle runaway inventory

Between human error and store theft, accounting for what’s in stores is a heavy task. Leaders from Prince Oil and H&S Energy discussed how to improve the process.

Parker’s aims to surpass 220 stores through 2030

The retailer’s senior director of construction said during a NACS panel that the company aims to open 20 to 25 c-stores annually over the next five years in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida.

NACS names new board chair

Annie Gauthier was voted in at the association’s board meeting during its annual showcase in Chicago and was officially introduced during the show’s general session.

TravelCenters of America CEO departs

Debi Boffa, TA’s top exec since 2023, leaves parent company BP after nearly 30 years to return to her home country of New Zealand, a spokesperson said. SVP Greg Franks has taken over in the interim.

Atlantis Fresh Market expands frictionless checkout

After piloting Mashgin’s technology at five locations, the chain now plans to include it in all remodels and new builds going forward.

The Road Ahead: Why super regionals will shape the next decade of convenience

When a competitor like Wawa or QuikTrip comes into a market, competitors will either be forced to innovate or get left behind.

Fireside Market launches food-focused c-store design

The 9,700-square-foot store in Slinger, Wisconsin, features a drive-thru and will serve as a model for future locations, a spokesperson said.

7-Eleven’s transformation strategy taking shape despite economic headwinds, Dacus says

The plan, which includes the rollout of large-format, food-focused convenience stores in the U.S., is “delivering tangible results,” Seven & i Holdings’ president and CEO said last week.

Refuel taps PAR for loyalty update

The technology aims to help the South Carolina-based retailer offer more personalized deals and deepen the actionable insights it gleans from its data.

3 Big Numbers: Building trust in c-store foodservice

While the industry has come a long way, many customers still view “gas station food” as a pejorative. Luckily, there are ways convenience stores can improve their image.

7-Eleven sees revenue declines as store closures continue

Quarterly revenue dropped by nearly $3 billion year over year in Q2. This comes as 7-Eleven closes hundreds of underperforming stores and focuses on building bigger, food-forward locations.

Arko appoints interim CFO

Jordan Mann, SVP of corporate strategy, capital markets and investor relations, will add finance head to his existing duties while the company searches for a permanent replacement.

Winners and losers in c-store alcoholic beverages

Beer remains big, but other subcategories are getting battered by a years-long slump in booze sales, experts say.

Coca-Cola to roll out single-serve minis in c-stores

The 7.5-ounce cans will be available in Coke, Sprite and Fanta varieties, offering consumers a more affordable price point.