GSTV names CEO, 3 other execs

Eric Kozik, who has been interim CEO since April, takes the role permanently, and the company also added leaders in HR, consumer experience and client partnerships.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 13, 2026

7 top takeaways from this year’s NACS Show

With the 2026 NACS Show now behind us, we look at some of the top themes running through the event, including snacking and foodservice trends and operational improvements.

By Jessica Loder , Brett Dworski , Jeff Wells • Oct. 12, 2026

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Parker’s co-CEO departure leads September executive changes

Pilot and Wawa both made C-suite moves while Oxxo tapped Derek Gaskins to lead its marketing and category management.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 12, 2026

7-Eleven’s US same-store sales tick up as transformation plan advances

The convenience retailer credited expanded foodservice offerings and franchised site conversions for its latest financial improvement.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 12, 2026

Beyond the basics: Growing demand for products that do more

Discover how functional products are creating new occasions and opportunities for convenience retailers.

Oct. 12, 2026

6 highlights from Day 3 of the 2026 NACS Show

The expo’s third day delivered insights on key retail challenges alongside more food and beverage trends from the show floor.

By Brett Dworski , Jessica Loder , Jeff Wells • Oct. 9, 2026

LV Petroleum aims to have 140 travel centers by the end of 2027

The retailer is accelerating its already rapid expansion following a year of acquisitions and leadership changes.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 9, 2026

5 highlights from Day 2 of the 2026 NACS Show

The second day featured more educational sessions, introduced a new NACS chairman and opened the massive show floor.

By Brett Dworski , Jessica Loder • Oct. 8, 2026

7-Eleven exits India

The company’s main franchisee closed its last 31 stores in September, but 7-Eleven says it still hopes to operate again in the country some day.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 8, 2026

NACS appoints Lonnie McQuirter as new chairman

McQuirter, director of operations of the 36 Lyn Refuel Station in Minneapolis, will also lead NACS’ executive committee, which provides its strategic direction and financial oversight.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 8, 2026

6 highlights from Day 1 of the 2026 NACS Show

Leaders shared strategies for driving growth, building strong travel centers and what this year has brought the convenience retail industry.

By Jessica Loder , Brett Dworski • Oct. 7, 2026

Declining c-store transactions are growing cause for concern, NACS’ research director says

The total number of in-store transactions during the first half of this year fell 4.5% from the same period in 2025. “It’s not pretty,” Chris Rapanick noted at the NACS Show on Tuesday.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 7, 2026

Top convenience store trade shows for 2027

While there are still a few conferences left in 2026, leaders will want to leave space in their 2027 calendars for these events from NACS, NATSO and more.

By Jessica Loder • Oct. 6, 2026

RaceTrac launches $63M Florida remodel project

The retailer will overhaul 98 of its convenience stores in the Sunshine State as it continues to position its locations as food destinations.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 6, 2026

Inside Applegreen’s first Colorado travel plaza

The new site, located about 21 miles southeast of downtown Denver, opened this week and features a Shake Shack, Panda Express and Starbucks in addition to its c-store.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 1, 2026

Hormel expands deeper into protein with $1B purchase of chicken processor

The acquisition of Brakebush Brothers gives the Spam producer a larger presence in value-added chicken and further strengthens its growing foodservice operations.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 1, 2026

Wawa names new information technology chief

Bill O’Donnell takes on the role after more than 25 years with the retailer working across fuel operations and project management.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 1, 2026

Fueling Up: 4 burning questions heading into the 2026 NACS Show

AI, foodservice, consumer spending and consolidation are top of mind as C-Store Dive heads to Las Vegas to find out what’s working — and what’s not — in convenience retail.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 30, 2026

Coca-Cola taps Monster exec to lead North America unit

Rob Gehring will lead the beverage giant’s largest region as it works to keep up with growing demand.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 30, 2026

Sheetz details first Indiana c-store amid broader Midwest expansion

The Pennsylvania-based retailer is set to break ground on its inaugural site in the Hoosier State next spring with plans for it to open in the summer.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 30, 2026

Murphy USA’s QuickChek bet has yet to deliver on key promises

Murphy has struggled to deliver on the expansion and integration benefits it touted when it acquired the Northeast banner nearly six years ago. Former corporate staffers and analysts explain why.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 29, 2026

Kent Kwik to open first new-build travel center in Tennessee

The Texas-based retailer is adding a 14,317-square-foot location with a diesel island, truckers’ lounge and full-service restaurant.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 28, 2026

Circle K debuts unique grab-and-go wings box

ProAmpac designed and produced a hot box for the chain's Flamin’ Hot chicken wings that can stand up to the modern approach to grab-and-go food programs.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 28, 2026

How c-stores can stand out and drive loyalty

59% of c-store operators say it's tough to stand out. Here are tips to draw and keep customers.

By Zach Links • Sept. 28, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Casey’s, Parker’s and Yesway plot their next moves

Two of these retailers are moving into new states while the other continues picking up small competitors. 

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 25, 2026