Convenience and quality of rewards hamper loyalty app adoption, survey says

Only half of those who have rewards apps actually use them at the pump, and only 6% use them to pay for gas, according to data from PayByCar.

By Jessica Loder • May 3, 2023

Casey’s partners with tech firm to improve in-store testing

The retailer joins the likes of Maverik and Kum & Go in using MarketDial’s test-and-learn software and data analytics. 

By Jessica Loder • May 2, 2023

Will frictionless checkout ever take off in retail?

Standard AI CEO Jordan Fisher acknowledged that the technology has “been a really hard market to start growing,” but believes it will expand alongside other AI-driven innovations.

By Sam Silverstein • April 28, 2023

Kum & Go discusses its EV charging journey

After entering the space in 2017, the c-store chain has learned a lot about costs, customers and how to improve the experience.

By Jessica Loder • April 26, 2023

Enerbase pilots Amazon One technology at 3 c-stores

The technology allows contactless payments using a customer’s palm to identify them.

By Jessica Loder • April 24, 2023

Punchh loyalty partners with Vroom Delivery

The agreement adds another major rewards vendor to the c-store-focused e-commerce platform. 

By Jessica Loder • April 21, 2023

Italian energy company to reportedly bring 10,000 EV chargers to North America

Enel X Way, a subsidiary of Enel, would join big players like Tesla and Walmart, along with c-store chains like Pilot, in the increasingly busy electric vehicle space.

By Jessica Loder • April 18, 2023

Chevron bringing Upside’s platform to 300 stores

The oil giant joins a growing list of c-store brands already working with the tech company, including BP, RaceTrac and Circle K.

By Brett Dworski • April 17, 2023

PDI integrates with Mashgin’s AI-enabled checkout

The partnership will allow stores with these kiosks, which have been used by Circle K since June 2022, to automatically feed data into the back-end software.

By Brett Dworski • April 17, 2023

Jacksons Food Stores to add 80 bitcoin ATMs

Bitcoin Depot plans to install more than 650 machines at c-stores, citing foot traffic and operating hours as its reasons.

By Jessica Loder • April 13, 2023

Parkland pilots energy-saving tech

Maplewell Energy’s platform seeks to lower peak energy usage and demand charges, which could help stores with EV charging.

By Jessica Loder • April 12, 2023

GetGo unveils proprietary EV charging program

The first location for this initiative, in Ohio, has two fast chargers that customers can use for free through mid-May. 

By Jessica Loder • April 11, 2023

7-Eleven, Circle K and others ramp up Bitcoin ATMs

The retailers are partners with Coinhub, which is bringing over 1,000 machines to c-stores around the country.

By Brett Dworski • April 5, 2023

How Quality Dairy built an in-house delivery program

The Michigan c-store chain uses its own drivers instead of third-party workers — a step that adds a valuable layer of customer service to the experience, the company said.

By Jessica Loder • April 5, 2023

Arko launches new fas Rewards app

The new platform includes exclusive deals for loyalty members, age-verified offers on tobacco and alcohol, a virtual wallet and more.

By Jessica Loder • April 4, 2023

Couche-Tard shutters global innovation team

The internal division oversaw tech-focused programs like the company’s Smart Checkout initiative and its retail innovation lab at McGill University.

By Brett Dworski • March 29, 2023

GetGo to bring bitcoin ATMs to 125 locations

The Pittsburgh-based company joins a growing list of c-store operators doing the same, as retailers seek new ways to bring customers inside their stores.

By Brett Dworski • March 22, 2023

Quality Mart tests delivery and pickup service

The North Carolina-based chain is testing e-commerce service at five locations using technology from Swipeby, which has mainly focused on restaurants.

By Jessica Loder • March 21, 2023

Retail media brands Mood Media and Vibenomics merge. What does it mean for c-stores?

Having the flexibility of an all-in-one platform could help encourage more operators to get their programs up and running, a Vibenomics executive said.

By Brett Dworski • March 21, 2023

Yesway shifting its loyalty program to Stuzo

The loyalty company’s Wallet Steering technology examines what consumers spend across retailers, then sends them targeted offers to drive repeat purchases.

By Jessica Loder • March 17, 2023

7-Eleven unveils new EV charging network and app

7Charge continues the retailer's electrification journey, which began with a 2021 commitment to build 500 chargers in North America. 

By Jessica Loder • March 16, 2023

Quality Dairy adds online SNAP payments

The Michigan c-store chain now allows customers to use EBT to pay for eligible items, and combine it with other payment methods.

By Jessica Loder • March 15, 2023

Amazon-powered c-store opens at Virginia college

Marymount University opened a 24-hour shop last week that marks the first campus location to integrate Amazon’s frictionless checkout technology.

By Jessica Loder • March 10, 2023

Paytronix debuts tool to help c-stores customize their mobile apps

The new feature lets retailers message customers about limited-time offers and other promotions without needing to spend extra on a custom-built solution.

By Jessica Loder • March 9, 2023

As retail media networks multiply, Amazon stands alone

A MediaRadar analysis found the e-commerce giant commanded a larger market share than the mass retailer category last year. 

By Peter Adams • March 7, 2023