Fuel theft is quietly hurting c-store retailers. Here’s how to prevent it.

While in-store crime has been a focus for the industry, companies also need to make sure they’re securing their forecourt.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 6, 2023

Yesway adopts Relay’s fuel payment software

The cardless platform allows more fleets and drivers to avoid fraud caused by card skimming.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 30, 2023

Joseph Petrowski, who helped fuel Yesway and Cumberland Farms expansions, has passed away

Yesway Chairman and CEO Thomas Trkla announced the news in a LinkedIn post, noting Petrowski was a “true legend” in the industry.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 21, 2023

More Americans will hit the road this Thanksgiving

Nearly 50 million Americans are projected to travel by car during the holiday period, fueled in part by falling gas prices.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 20, 2023

Parkland’s EV charging performing better than anticipated, CEO says

High usage and backcourt conversion rates along with government support have been key, multiple executives noted during Parkland’s 2023 investor day.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 14, 2023

Buc-ee’s joins Mercedes-Benz EV charging network

The initial rollout will include chargers at 30 of the retailer’s travel centers by the end of 2024.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 9, 2023

Global Partners makes $305M fuels acquisition

The deal for 25 liquid energy terminals along the Atlantic Coast, in the Southeast and in Texas will more than double the company’s footprint of these facilities.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 9, 2023

Titan Cloud taps Petro West’s site management software

The platform combines human and automated tools to help small and independent petroleum companies navigate fuel management challenges.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 8, 2023

Offen Petroleum acquires Texas-based wholesale business

The deal adds over 150 gas stations to Offen’s network as it aims to expand throughout the Lone Star State and surrounding markets.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 1, 2023

Enhanced payment security, faster checkout are top consumer demands, according to survey

Consumers also judge c-stores on cleanliness, service and amenities, Dover Fueling Solutions noted in its latest report.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 3, 2023

SoCal grocer Gelson’s launches ‘premium’ c-store format

The grocery chain plans to sell coffee, snacks, meals and convenience items at a fleet of vehicle-charging facilities under development by startup Rove.

By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 2, 2023

Titan Cloud acquires fuel analytics company

The fuel optimization firm that works with 7-Eleven, Yesway and Circle K will add about 20,000 sites to its monitoring network with the deal.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 28, 2023

Chevron and Brightmark’s Florida dairy digester project marks first renewable gas delivery

The shipment comes as the energy companies expand a venture to fund anaerobic digesters at farms throughout the country. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 28, 2023

Chevron brings ‘more modern look’ to Texaco sites with refresh

The updated elements, including a 3D canopy design and an “evolved” color scheme, will be incorporated into all locations by 2026. 

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 25, 2023

GoMart adds new fuel management tech

The convenience retailer partnered with Warren Rogers for forecourt diagnostics, fuel system compliance documentation and more.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 23, 2023

Pilot debuts autonomous truck terminal

The service, launched in partnership with self-driving trucking company Kodiak Robotics, has been almost a year in the making.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 22, 2023

Maverik accepting Comdata fleet cards

This is the second move the western retailer has made in the last month to encourage professional drivers to use its pumps.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 15, 2023

Rogers Petroleum acquires family-owned competitor

The move includes three c-stores in Tennessee among other petroleum-related products and services.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 7, 2023

Maverik offering truck and RV fuel discounts at 80 locations

The convenience retailer partnered with tech company TruckSmarter which, beyond fuel savings, lets drivers book loads and improve their cash flows.

By Brett Dworski • July 20, 2023

BP to pay $10.75M in natural gas price manipulation case

The oil giant paid over $24.3 million in December 2020 for the matter, but won an appeal for the penalty to be reviewed.

By Brett Dworski • July 14, 2023

ExxonMobil makes $4.9B acquisition to reduce carbon footprint

Purchasing Denbury will give the oil giant the largest owned and operated carbon dioxide pipeline network in the U.S.

By Brett Dworski • July 13, 2023

Fuel asset optimization company announces 3 new executives

Titan Cloud, which monitors half the gas throughput in the U.S. and works with chains like 7-Eleven and Circle K, has added a new CFO, CRO and VP of marketing.

By Jessica Loder • July 13, 2023

Global Fuels acquires 241-location Canadian fuel business

The acquisition cements Global Fuels as a major player in Canada and gives it a large number of locations adjacent to Loblaw grocery stores.

By Jessica Loder • July 10, 2023

Parker’s names new VP of fuel

Ricky John has more than 20 years of experience in downstream oil and gas distribution, including various roles at Sunoco LP and Murphy USA.

By Brett Dworski • June 26, 2023

How Stewart’s Shops is preparing for the EV future

As the chain continues to grow the number of chargers across its footprint, about 80% of its EV customers come into the store, a spokesperson said.

By Amanda Baltazar • June 22, 2023