Casey’s working to automate pizza call-in orders

The chain is working on adding a voice-based artificial intelligence system to help field the roughly 10 million annual phone orders it still gets, CEO Darren Rebelez said at Groceryshop.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 26, 2022

For c-stores, convenience is no longer the only priority, report says

Retailers can benefit from offering a wider variety of foodservice options and focusing more on loyalty, Intouch Insight's CEO says.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 23, 2022

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How c-stores are leveling up in foodservice

As restaurants struggle with traffic, convenience stores are investing in bold new dishes and pricing competitively to win over diners.

By C-Store Dive staff

What gas and convenience brands can learn from restaurant innovations

Judy Chan, chief marketing officer at Bluedot, says c-stores could improve their strategy by focusing on contactless payments, mobile ordering and pickup, analytics and loyalty programs. 

By Judy Chan • Sept. 21, 2022

Gas stations without gas are coming — and they’re all about the food

Fuel-less, food-focused c-stores have opened up for the past several years. Here’s a look at what’s behind the trend and how retailers can get in on it.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 20, 2022

Arko CEO discusses M&A strategy, labor and supply chain challenges

Arko’s c-store arm, GPM Investments, has become one of the largest U.S. chains since 2013. Arie Kotler offers insight into how they’ve grown and where they’re headed.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 19, 2022

EG America links with DoorDash to offer nationwide delivery

As competitive pressure in the digital channel heats up, the c-store provider will list more than 1,300 locations on DoorDash by the end of October.

By Jeff Wells • Sept. 19, 2022

Maverik prioritizing waste management as high food prices continue

The c-store chain is working alongside Feeding America to expand its program to additional stores and more food banks. 

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 16, 2022

Kitchen United secures $100M

The firm plans to grow from 15 locations to over 500 using malls, shopping centers and supermarkets operated by new investors, Business Insider reports.

By Julie Littman • July 25, 2022

Are c-stores the next QSR? One survey says it’s ‘entirely possible.’

Fifty-nine percent of U.S. consumers consider buying a meal at a convenience store when stopping for fast food, per Bluedot data. 

By Alicia Kelso • June 28, 2022

7-Eleven introduces subscription delivery service

For $5.95 a month, shoppers can get items delivered by the convenience store in about 30 minutes.

By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 24, 2022

Why convenience retailers are gearing up to win in foodservice

As vehicles go electric, stores will increasingly turn away from fuel pumps and toward innovative meals and snacks, writes retail analyst Frank Beard.

By Frank Beard • Jan. 6, 2022

Report calls for c-stores to steer further toward food

Several leading advisors note that "existential threats" like the shift to electric vehicles and growing delivery demand necessitate an increasing focus on meals, groceries and services.

By Jeff Wells • April 13, 2021