Wawa CEO outlines plans for new travel centers

The locations will be like the retailer’s regular stores but “on steroids,” Chris Gheysens told the Philadelphia Business Journal.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 23, 2023

Calculating capacity utilization for fuel retailers

How many gallons are you selling daily and how many could you be selling?

Jan. 23, 2023

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How store owners combat shrinkflation with convenience

Ice delivery services see supply chain issues and inflation, but a new model offers the solution.

Jan. 23, 2023

Activist investor pushing for 7-Eleven spinoff

Seven & i Holdings is under pressure from ValueAct, an investor that argues separating the c-store company would increase shareholder value by 80%.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 20, 2023

Why c-store operators are concerned about the future of EV charging

In a recent roundtable discussion held by Convenience Leaders Vision Group, retailers said profitability and a consistent business model are their biggest challenges.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 20, 2023

Shell USA acquires EV-charging company Volta for $169M

The move further establishes the London-based fuel retailer as a major player in the U.S. electrification space.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 19, 2023

Kum & Go opens first store in Michigan

The location comes 18 months after the retailer announced plans to move into the Great Lakes State — a plan that was supposed to go into effect last year.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 19, 2023

How c-store designs will evolve in 2023

Companies are more focused than ever on creating an inviting shopping experience, and to that end are rolling out updated bathrooms, open floor concepts and new checkout options.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 19, 2023

NACS unveils EV charging matchmaker tool

The program connects retailers with charging companies to help locate, design and build their own infrastructure.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 18, 2023

Wawa planning new technology training hub in Philadelphia

The facility would “repurpose” one of its recently shuttered c-stores in the area, a spokesperson said.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 18, 2023

How a Kansas City c-store is using YouTube to deter shoplifters

By uploading humorous videos of store thefts for millions of viewers to see, FavTrip has managed to reduce shoplifting and build a nationwide following.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 18, 2023

TravelCenters of America aiming for 20 new franchise locations in 2023, CEO says

The company’s long-term growth plans also prioritize site refreshes, technology upgrades and expanded foodservice and restaurant offerings.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 17, 2023

How Parkland USA is bringing self checkout to its stores

The company is making sure the technology works with all its forecourt brands before rolling it out to around a quarter of its owned locations this year, COO Jay Erickson said.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 17, 2023

QuikTrip expands travel center concept to Tennessee, will open more in 2023

The Oklahoma-based retailer could become a competitive threat to major travel-center players, such as Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores, Pilot and TravelCenters of America.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 13, 2023

Food-focused c-stores gain traction as total U.S. store count increases

Consumers continue to seek out locations with “robust food and beverage” offerings, according to NACS.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 12, 2023

7-Eleven begins Israel expansion in Tel Aviv

The country is 7 Eleven’s latest international expansion target, with dozens of locations planned to open under franchisee Electra Consumer Products.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 12, 2023

Racetrac eyes expansion to Ohio

The proposed store would be the retailer’s northernmost location in the U.S. and marks the third new state that could soon get Racetrac locations.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 12, 2023

Sheetz promotes HR leader to executive vice president of people and culture

Stephanie Doliveira has worked for Sheetz for 22 years, and will focus on building and introducing more employee-based initiatives.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 11, 2023

Buc-ee’s takes a second swing at Louisiana expansion

The 53,000-square-foot store in Ruston is expected to employ more than 200 people and open its doors in 2025.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 11, 2023

C-store chains are betting on retail media in 2023. But at what cost?

On the heels of Casey’s and 7-Eleven announcing their first ventures into the space, retail media promises to bring new growth and opportunities — as well as challenges — for c-stores, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 11, 2023

Arko CFO to retire

Don Bassell will step down at the end of 2023 as the retailer begins its search for a successor.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 10, 2023

Racetrac to open first stores in South Carolina

The Atlanta-based retailer will operate in nine U.S. states once it debuts two new locations in Columbia, though no timeline for their opening has been announced.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 9, 2023

Jacksons Food Stores facing lawsuit over facial recognition technology

The retailer is accused of violating a Portland, Oregon, city ordinance that forbids private entities from using the tool in areas of public accommodation.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 6, 2023

R.H. Foster keeps focus on foodservice with 6-store acquisition

The company is acquiring part of the Leadbetter’s chain in Maine and plans to rebrand the stores under its Freshies banner.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 6, 2023

Offen Petroleum makes ninth acquisition since 2015

The distributor’s purchase of Midwest contemporary Gas Depot expands its footprint to the Chicagoland area.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 5, 2023