7-Eleven targets Gen Z in new TV spots

The ads, the latest in the company’s “Take it to Eleven” campaign, aim to boost the chain’s coffee program and will run in more than 90 markets across the U.S.

By Jessica Loder • March 1, 2023

Yesway acquires 5 Ranglers c-stores in Texas

In addition to the acquisition, the fast-growing convenience chain also opened five new Allsup’s locations.

By Jessica Loder • March 1, 2023

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Warrenton Oil acquires fellow Missouri c-store chain

The purchase includes all 10 locations from family-owned Thoele Oil, whose leadership is retiring after 70 years.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 28, 2023

Alimentation Couche-Tard to buy Big Red Stores

The family-owned 45-location Arkansas c-store chain features large-format stores and co-branding agreements with top QSRs.

By Jessica Loder , Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

Global Partners to include EV charging at all new Alltown Fresh stores, CEO says

The retailer will also build ports at six existing stores, as it has secured more than $800,000 in grants for the project.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

Why now is an attractive time for c-store consolidation

M&A can help offset high operating expenses caused by inflation, digital transformation, labor woes and other headwinds facing the industry, according to one expert.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

Chevron promotes Mark A. Nelson to vice chairman

The longtime executive will lead strategy and sustainability, corporate affairs and business development functions, as well as take on additional corporate responsibilities.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

New England’s Neon Marketplace focuses on local sourcing

Its partnership with wholesaler Mable will bring regionally made items, including hot sauce and snacks, to several of its stores. 

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 27, 2023

Wawa offers details for first stores in Ohio, Indiana

Both regions are part of the c-store chain’s plans to expand from seven to 14 states and grow to around 1,800 stores by 2030. 

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 24, 2023

BP’s acquisition of TA signals that big oil is back in the c-store game

Last week’s $1.3 billion deal will prompt more fuel companies to stock up on retail stores to diversify their assets in the face of disruption, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 23, 2023

Breeze Thru Markets names new president and CEO

Adam Stephenson has succeeded Ryan Clontz to lead the 17-store chain, effective immediately.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 22, 2023

Convenience and grocery continue to power growth for DoorDash

The company’s c-store and grocery delivery business expanded 60% in Q4 as more people sign up to place orders from establishments other than restaurants.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 22, 2023

Sheetz names former CEO chairman of the board

Joe Sheetz, who first joined the board in late 2021, takes the reins as the c-store chain begins its push into Michigan.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 21, 2023

Oxxo owner to expand c-store footprint in the U.S.

FEMSA is exploring the “proximity retail space in the U.S.” as part of its new strategy focused on retail, beverages and digital.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 21, 2023

BP to create ‘mobility site of the future’ with TA acquisition, CEO says

The deal came just one day after the fuel giant detailed plans to invest $1 billion into its EV charging program by 2030.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 21, 2023

Circle K testing upgrades to EV charging in Europe

This pilot will give the retailer access to services like frequency regulation, which helps balance out supply and demand on the grid.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 21, 2023

Love’s to add 25 new stores as part of 2023 growth plans

Other areas of expansion include 15 new truck repair locations, store renovations, enhanced foodservice and more professional partnerships.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 17, 2023

Tri Star rebranding Sudden Service and Southern Traders c-stores to Twice Daily brand

The conversions, which kicked off this week, will take place over the next three years.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 17, 2023

BP to acquire TravelCenters of America for $1.3B

The bid was worth 84% more than the average stock price in the month before the offer.

By Jessica Loder , Brett Dworski • Feb. 16, 2023

Why Kum & Go might be selling, and what it might mean for the c-store landscape

Large and mid-sized retailers could be in the mix if the Iowa company offloads its assets during an attractive time for c-store M&A, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 16, 2023

Couche-Tard commits to cage-free eggs globally by 2025

Supply chain problems led some franchised and licensed stores worldwide to delay joining the commitment before now.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 15, 2023

Why storefront car crashes happen at c-stores so often — and how retailers can prevent them

7-Eleven’s recent $91 million settlement for an accident in its forecourt highlights an alarmingly common — and potentially hazardous — issue.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 15, 2023

New c-store shares leadership with Loop Neighborhood Markets

Poppy Market features a full-service chicken restaurant, a dog-washing station, an EV charging station and more.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 14, 2023

How c-store bathrooms can keep customers coming back

Companies like Pilot, Yesway and Roaster’s Market discuss how they’re building and updating their bathrooms to be more welcoming and easier to keep clean.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 14, 2023

Kum & Go exploring sale, report says

A source familiar with the matter has confirmed news from a Reuters report on Tuesday that the Des Moines, Iowa, retailer is looking to offset its c-stores valued at more than $2 billion.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 14, 2023