Head Quarters: Atlanta, GA
Number of States: 8
Website: https://www.racetrac.com/
RaceTrac Petroleum’s history began in 1934 as Carl Bolch Trackside Stations in Missouri. Carl’s son, Carl Bolch Jr., succeeded as the chief executive in 1967 and pioneered the concept of self-service gasoline in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
In 1979, it was determined that company-operated stores would utilize the RaceTrac name while contractor-operated stores would use the RaceWay brand. With more than 200 convenience stores in 11 states, RaceWay has become one of the largest chains in the United States. Although RaceTrac owns each site, building, and the gas facilities, the structure of the business provides franchisees with the freedom to experiment and operate the business in their own ways.
The 2000s witnessed expansion in foodservice as RaceTrac introduced a variety of fresh sandwiches, wraps, salads, and more. Today, the company is known for its large-format convenience stores with innovations such as Swirl World frozen yogurt, ample seating, bean-to-cup coffee, and more.