Standard AI to acquire Skip Checkout

The deal would create the first company to combine self-checkout and AI-powered autonomous checkout for retailers, according to the announcement.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 2, 2023

Sheetz officially axing ‘smile policy’ following backlash

The retailer’s head of people and culture said the rule didn’t align with its goal of fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 2, 2023

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GetGo to open first new-build c-store with a drive-thru

Located in Mentor, Ohio, the site will feature the retailer’s made-to-order food program.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 1, 2023

Gopuff teams up with alcohol e-commerce company

The deal gives Drizly customers access to more BevMo! and Liquor Barn locations as alcohol sales increasingly shift toward e-commerce.

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 1, 2023

Former 7-Eleven leader joins SpartanNash as VP of c-stores and fuel centers

Ryan Speakes will manage the grocer and distributor’s 37 fuel centers as it consolidates store banners.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 31, 2023

How a sale of EG America could impact the c-store industry

If the U.K. retailer offloads its U.S. assets, as reports indicate, the result could be a further shift of power to the industry’s the top players, among other effects, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 31, 2023

Weigel’s taps GSP to streamline marketing products

The partnership will provide the chain’s 73 locations with store-specific marketing materials and management.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 31, 2023

Maverik opens its 400th location

The new store, located in Magna, Utah, is just over 5,000 square feet and open 24/7.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 31, 2023

TravelCenters of America to deploy 1,000 EV charging ports by 2028

The stations will appear at more than 200 locations and will be run by manufacturer Electrify America. 

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 30, 2023

Yesway raises $190M for new stores

The funding, which the company says is earmarked for construction, comes a month after it withdrew plans for a $100 million IPO.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 30, 2023

Rutter’s plans to grow its store footprint by 60% over the next five years

The ambitious expansion plan includes opening locations in new states Delaware and Virginia, and comes as the c-store company looks to spend $150 million on store renovations this year.  

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 27, 2023

Blarney Castle acquires fellow Michigan c-store chain, grocer

Alpena Oil’s 14 convenience store locations will expand the Bear Lake company’s presence in its home state.

By Jessica Loder • Jan. 27, 2023

Sheetz reviewing dental hygiene policy following report

After Business Insider reported on a policy that bars the company’s locations from hiring people with visible dental issues, the retailer said it is taking another look at the practice.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 26, 2023

Dollar Tree names new CEO

Rick Dreiling, a former Dollar General CEO who also served as an executive at Safeway and Vons, will take over leadership of the discounter from Mike Witynski, who is leaving the company.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 25, 2023

Kwik Trip expanding to South Dakota in 2023

The Wisconsin-based retailer is embarking on its western-most expansion, which comes months after moving its furthest east to Michigan.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 25, 2023

Here’s how c-stores are attempting to cure the labor bug in 2023

While increased pay continues to be a priority for employees, so are flexible scheduling and career growth opportunities, say representatives from chains like Weigel's and Pilot Co.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 24, 2023

EG Group considering selling U.S. retail assets, U.K. forecourts

Multiple reports over the past few days have stated that the c-store giant is looking to make a move in an effort to relieve billions in debt.

By Brett Dworski • Jan. 24, 2023

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

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