Yesway hires former Jacksons exec as chief tech officer

Tapping Robert Hampton signals that Yesway is preparing to boost its technology infrastructure, which hasn’t been a priority for the company in recent years.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 16, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Refuel, Weigel’s and Stinker recap growth in 2025

All three retailers shared updates on their operations last year, from a loyalty boom to worker retention improvements.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 16, 2026

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How in-store tech is boosting c-store operations

From ordering kiosks to fresh-food management solutions, c-stores are implementing an array of new tech to boost efficiency and elevate the shopping experience.

By C-Store Dive staff

Pilot redesigns app

The update aims to make the mobile interface easier for users to navigate and switch between personal and professional accounts.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 13, 2026

Circle K expands store management tech partnership

After rolling out Quorso at thousands of European stores, the Alimentation Couche-Tard banner is now bringing the collaboration to North America.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 13, 2026

How RaceTrac is gearing up for more growth

Over the past year, the retailer has been improving its technology, building its supply chain and making acquisitions as it continues expanding.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 12, 2026

Refuel refreshes loyalty program

The South Carolina-based retailer’s updated rewards platform includes increased fuel discounts and more personalized offers for customers.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 7, 2026

3 Big Numbers: C-stores and QSRs are better together

While proprietary foodservice launches have garnered a lot of attention, c-stores are still expanding their partnerships and getting creative with QSRs.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 19, 2025

Loop Neighborhood Market launches retail media network

The platform, LoopMedia Connect, aims to help brands reach customers through the retailer’s loyalty app, in-store radio and other digital channels.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 18, 2025

Dover Fueling Solutions launches retail media network

4CourtMedia will feed ads to fuel pumps across a variety of company sizes, from large chains to independents.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 18, 2025

How accurate were our 2025 c-store predictions? Here are our honest grades.

We expected new technology, loyalty strategies and an incoming presidential administration to make waves in the industry. While our overall grades were good, a few estimations were off base.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 17, 2025

Thorntons’ longtime technology VP stepping down

David Caudill, who has led the company’s tech infrastructure since 1995, is “taking a brief pause” before moving into the next phase of his career.

By Brett Dworski • Dec. 12, 2025

TravelCenters of America adds new cardless payment

Fleets can use Relay Payments’ digital platform to buy fuel, diesel exhaust fluid and in-store items.

By Jessica Loder • Dec. 3, 2025

Driving efficiency across locations: Smarter document management helps convenience stores thrive

Employee turnover is a constant in retail, and convenience stores are no exception. With new team members frequently onboarding, technology needs to be intuitive, reliable and quick to deploy. Devices that can be set up without extensive technical support help maintain uptime and operational consistency.

Dec. 1, 2025

MAPCO rolls out car wash app

The program, which includes monthly car wash subscriptions, is available at a store in Ohio, with two more locations coming online soon.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 25, 2025

7-Eleven adds alcohol cash back deals

The offers are available at more than 10,000 locations nationwide through a partnership with retail technology platform Swiftly.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 24, 2025

Pumps, POS and performance: powering the always-on c-store

Inside the tech shift helping C-stores prevent downtime, protect revenue and boost reliability.

Nov. 24, 2025

Arko exploring solar energy

At least 300 Arko stores are on track to add solar equipment to stores through a nearly finalized pact between the company and Apollo Power.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 18, 2025

EG America adds alcohol cash back offers

A partnership with retail technology company Swiftly will add the supplier-funded savings to the SmartRewards app.

By Jessica Loder • Updated Nov. 17, 2025

RaceTrac names former Pilot, McDonald’s exec as first CIO

Ameet Shetty will spearhead the Atlanta-based retailer’s ongoing tech transformation, which has advanced at an industry-leading pace in recent years.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 14, 2025

Shell to sell ‘substantial portion’ of Volta EV business

The sale comes less than three years after the oil giant acquired Volta for $169 million to help scale its EV charging capabilities in the U.S.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 14, 2025

GPM to launch new mobile app in 2026

The retailer’s second app refresh since 2023 will offer improved purchase reporting and personalization features as well as gamification and geofencing.

By Brett Dworski • Nov. 13, 2025

Tech deal gives 3k independent c-stores access to e-commerce

A partnership between Vroom and point of sale software company SwiftSku will help retailers add online ordering and delivery capabilities.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 13, 2025

Haffner’s launching new loyalty program

A partnership with Liquid Barcodes will unify the retailer’s digital ecosystem across its convenience stores and car washes.

By Jessica Loder • Nov. 4, 2025

EV charging takeaways from the NACS Show: Immersive, integrated and intelligent

At the 2025 NACS Show, we saw the EV charging market maturing — consolidating and delivering value across immersivity, integration and intelligence.

Oct. 27, 2025

Casey’s bringing Rechargeries to c-stores in 6 states

The rollout will start with two stores in both Illinois and Missouri, as well as one each in Arkansas, Indiana, Oklahoma and Texas.

By Brett Dworski • Oct. 24, 2025