A car wash operation can bolster a convenience store’s bottom line, but with a variety of options, new technologies, sustainability concerns, differences among locations and a host of promotional possibilities, a strategy aimed at building that business can prove to be a complex one. Mike Gewirtz, general manager of Lanman Oil Co. Inc., based in…
bp Completes $100 Million Purchase of Tesla Fast-Chargers
bp pulse, bp’s EV charging business, has announced that it has completed a deal to acquire ultra-fast charging hardware units from Tesla for $100 million. The investment will facilitate the expansion of the bp pulse public network across the U.S., while also enabling support for EV fleet customers by deploying chargers at their private depots.…
Cash Automation Solution
Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) has launched its new Paypod Compact. Paypod Compact is the cornerstone of CPI checkout technology, delivering fast, secure, compact cash acceptance in all checkout designs. The new front-access variant, equipped with CPI note and coin acceptors, enhances the store experience by automating cash acceptance and minimizing wait times for all customers […]
CTVG Discusses POS, EVs
The Convenience Technology Vision Group (CTVG) recently had its September quarterly meeting and has since released its third report. The primary focus of this meeting was to address the complex landscape of point-of-sale (POS) systems in an era of emerging digital experiences and broader data strategies. Participants highlighted the challenges hindering their ability to meet…
Kum & Go Receives Web Excellence Awards
Kum & Go has received two Web Excellence Awards for its mobile app, which was recently introduced in August, 2023. The awards were received in two categories: Apps & Mobile — Food and Beverage and Apps & Mobile — Shopping. With support from Orium, Kum & Go launched a new digital app experience focused on…
Versatile Control Panel
FSG Smart Buildings has introduced its new Clarity Pro Connect control panel. Housed in a water and dustproof non-metallic enclosure, the Clarity Pro Connect provides power and versatility in a compact, well-constructed assembly designed with installers and service technicians in mind. This open and energy-focused product is perfect for installations that require a reliable, physical, […]
RaceTrac Installs First EV Charging Station
RaceTrac has partnered with Atlanta-based electric vehicle (EV) charging provider EnviroSpark to install its first EV charging station at 204 Grace Street in Oxford, Ala. The partnership, which marks a shift in how Americans fuel their vehicles, is the latest illustration of EnviroSpark’s commitment to developing EV charging infrastructure nationwide. The installation feature two fast-charge,…
NACS Show Educational Sessions Continue
The NACS Show resumed on Oct. 4 with the continuation of educational sessions put on by industry professionals and experts. Fuel Retailer Highlights In a session titled “2023 Fuel Retailers of the Year,” award recipients Sheetz and OnCue were represented by Scott Minton, director of business development for OnCue Marketing, and Brian Renaud, director of…
Ignite Retail Technology Partners With Pinnacle
Ignite Retail Technology has partnered with Pinnacle Corp. to bring Pinnacles’ modern Affiniti Cloud Point-of-Sale (POS) System into the Ignite Retail Cloud (IROS). Ignite, renowned for its cutting-edge cloud solutions and expertise in boosting retail potential, is heralding a transformative phase in retail technology. By integrating Pinnacles’ Affiniti Cloud POS with Ignite, retailers gain access…
bp Breaks Ground on Texas Solar Project
bp has begun construction on its new 187MWdc Peacock Solar project, which is located 10 miles north of Corpus Christi, Texas. Peacock will sell all of the electricity it generates under a long-term power purchase agreement to Gulf Coast Growth Ventures (GCGV), a joint venture between ExxonMobil and SABIC, which produces materials used to manufacture…