Pilot Travel Centers has announced the opening of 17 locations of its electric vehicle (EV) fast charging network, launched alongside General Motors (GM) and EVgo. Now available in 13 states, the network features an elevated charging experience, providing EV travelers access to the same amenities offered at existing Pilot and Flying J locations. “EV drivers…
Rutter’s Adds Second Floor Mezzanine to Remodeled Site
Rutter’s has completed a remodel of its York, Pa., site — which includes the addition of a second floor mezzanine with seating for 30. The remodel nearly doubled the size of the store form 4,300 square feet to 7,800 square feet. The new fresh and modern look is sure to draw attention from local customers.…
Reynolds American Appoints New Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Inclusion
Reynolds American has announced the appointment of Borgia Walker as its senior vice president of human resources and inclusion. In the role, Walker will oversee the Reynolds organization’s human resources strategy and operations and serve on the Reynolds American Leadership Team, as well as BAT’s global Human Resources Leadership Team. Walker’s career within the Reynolds…
7-Eleven Names New Senior Vice President, Corporate Store Operations
7-Eleven has hired Tony Harris as its new senior vice president of corporate store operations, according to a LinkedIn post from Harris. Harris brings a wealth of experience to the company, with more than 25 years of experience in the industry. He has extensive knowledge in the areas of information technology, retail operations, retail marketing,…
How to Improve the In-Store Experience
Convenience store operators wondering how to improve their in-store shopping experience need only do one simple thing: walk into a convenience store. Changing one’s perspective — experiencing shopping inside a c-store as a customer — can open even a veteran retailer’s eyes in ways that might surprise them. Rather than crafting an experience from a…
Spinx Continues Expansion in South Carolina
The Spinx Co. officially celebrated the opening of its store in Greenville County, S.C., near Donaldson Center Airport on Thursday, Nov. 30. Situated at 304 Fork Shoals Road, this brand-new, full-service storefront will provide the local community with top-quality fuel and convenient amenities. Spinx has established itself as a trusted brand in the convenience store…
Stewart’s Opens New Shop
This week Stewart’s Shops opened its new, larger shop on Main Street in Frankfort, N.Y. The site added pizza and an expanded food-to-go lineup, including empanadas and crispy chicken sandwiches. The 4,000-square-foot shop also includes a beer cave. An expanded fuel island is expected to open by the first of the year. Located at the…
7-Eleven International Enters Agreement to Acquire 7-Eleven Australia
7-Eleven International has announced that it will acquire its licensee — 7-Eleven Australia, which is the largest independent c-store chain in Australia — for $1.71 billion in cash. 7-Eleven International will acquire 100% of the licensee’s shares. 7-Eleven Australia operates 751 local stores throughout the country. “The acquisition of 7-Eleven Australia demonstrates our commitment to…
Yesway Partners With Relay Payments
Yesway has announced a new partnership with Relay Payments, through which customers can access Relay’s cardless purchasing technology at more than 100 Yesway and Allsup’s locations. The partnership allows more fleets and drivers to avoid fuel fraud caused by card skimming. “Card skimming continues to be a major problem for the industry, costing fleets thousands…
Poppy Market to Open Two-Story C-Store in California
Poppy Market has announced that it will open a brand-new, two-story c-store in Pismo Beach, Calif. The site has been in the works for more than five years and plans to open next month, reported the San Luis Obispo Tribune. The unique site features a spacious layout, most notably the addition of a second story…