In 2024, convenience store operators are familiar with self-checkout and have already weighed the pros and cons of installation, deployed the technology or decided against it, and are currently monitoring how it fares. Some c-stores are also testing autonomous checkout, which allows for a frictionless shopping experience. Going a step further, Major Oil is introducing…
Stewart’s Shops to Offer Free Coffee on Earth Day
Stewart’s Shops decided to offer free hot coffee to all customers who use a refillable mug (up to 32 ounces) on Earth Day, Monday April 22. Customers can choose from a variety of flavors including House Blend, Richer Roast, Decaf, Hazelnut, Blueberry Crumble, French Vanilla, Maple French Toast and Seasonal Irish Cream and use the Make…
7-Eleven Releases 2023 Impact Report
7-Eleven Inc. has released its 2023 Impact Report. The report summarizes the company’s work to build thriving communities, protect the environment and promote responsible consumption. “We strive to be good neighbors — accessible, supportive, reliable, convenient and welcoming to all,” said Marissa Jarratt, 7-Eleven Inc. EVP and chief marketing & sustainability officer. “Building positive connections…
EPA Issues Fuel Waiver for E15 Summer Sales
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided to issue an emergency fuel waiver to allow E15 gasoline — gasoline blended with 15% ethanol — to be sold during the summer driving season. This action will provide communities with relief at the pump from ongoing market supply issues created by the ongoing war in Ukraine and conflict…
Enmarket Opens 131st Store
Enmarket opened its 131st c-store, located at the intersection of White Bluff Road and Eisenhower Drive in Savannah, Ga. The grand opening ceremony took place on April 18. Many members of the community and vendor partners came to join the celebration. Guests enjoyed a diverse array of product samplings from The Eatery @Enmarket, including pizza,…
TA Opens 10th Black Bear Diner
TravelCenters of America, part of the BP portfolio, opened its 10th Black Bear Diner (BBD) in the TA and Petro network and its third location in Arizona this week at the Petro Eloy, Ariz., travel center. The woodsy bear-themed restaurant coupled with an extensive menu of freshly made meals has become a TA customer favorite.…
Sites for Sale in Florida and New York
A travel center located in central Florida and a truck stop in Lackawanna, N.Y., are now up for sale. The Florida travel center is a 9,120-square-foot convenience store which includes a Huddle House restaurant on a 4.14-acre site. The property is on a major arterial street and currently is BP branded but may be purchased…
7-Eleven Acquires All Stripes Stores
7-Eleven Inc. successfully acquired 204 stores from Sunoco LP, which include Stripes convenience stores and Laredo Taco Co. restaurants. Located across Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma, these stores join the more than 13,000 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations that 7-Eleven operates, franchises and/or licenses across the U.S. and Canada. With the closing, 7-Eleven now owns…
Coffee Consumption Rises
Consumers globally are increasing their coffee consumption. Total coffee servings experienced a 5% year-over-year growth globally, outpacing the 3% recorded in the United States, based on Circana’s CREST Commercial Foodservice data. Circana’s extensive research combines global data with local depth, providing nuanced insights for each country, spanning restaurant chains and independent segments. This growth trend…
Thorntons Breaks Ground in New Community
Thorntons held a groundbreaking ceremony to kick off construction of its first Markham, Ill., location on April 12. The event was attended by Lisa Blalock, president, Thorntons; Mayor Roger Agpawa, mayor of Markham; Derrick Champion, economic development director of Markham; and other elected officials and community leaders. Many city officials have worked hard with the Thorntons…