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May 17, 2024

TravelCenters of America Giving Away $100,000 in Prizes
RaceTrac also launched a summer sweepstakes, and Kwik Trip is giving away six custom pairs of Nike sneakers.

Ireland to Set Minimum Age for Tobacco Sales to 21
It will be the highest age limit in the European Union.

Kent Kwik Acquires Jack’s Convenience Stores
The transaction includes eight West Texas c-stores.

H&S Energy Launches Car Wash Subscription Program
The program offers users a choice between several wash tiers as well as single-wash purchases.


May 16, 2024

Kwik Trip and Royal Farms Named Bests by USA Today Readers
The news source asked readers to select their favorite gas stations for both food and overall experience.

With Limited Shelf Space, Selecting the Right Inventory is Key
RTD supplier Southern Champion has gotten innovative with in-store storage and display solutions.

SURVEY: What Do You Want From Convenience.org?
NACS is asking for your help as it prepares to redesign its website.

Wawa Opens First North Carolina Store With Nine More Planned in 2024
The company also announced that it will open its first travel center next year in North Carolina.

Casey’s, GPM Launch New Foodservice Items With an Eye on Summer Traffic
Casey’s offers BBQ pulled pork menu items.

NCA: 2024’s Top Trends and ‘Most Innovative’ New Snacks
Awards were given to products in 13 categories at this year’s NCA Sweets & Snacks Expo.


May 15, 2024

Rutter’s Breaks Ground on New Building Prototype
The prototype will introduce a brand-new look for the retailer.

McLane Opens McLane Innovation Kitchen
The facility, located at McLane HQ in Texas, aims to be a ‘hub for development and innovation.’

Gilbarco Veeder-Root Launches New EV Charging Ecosystem
The system is specifically designed for fuel retailers.

7-Eleven Serves New Pizza for National Pizza Party Day
The company reimagined its pepperoni pizza and debuted frozen pizza.

Can a $5 Meal Bring Back McDonald’s Customers?
The fast-food chain said it’s “laser-focused on affordability” as sales dwindle.

Mars Launches New Products at Sweets and Snacks Expo
The confectioner also highlighted its insights to optimize checkout purchases.


May 14, 2024

Summer Travel Takes Off With Record Road Trips
Nearly 44 million are planning to travel this Memorial Day weekend.

The Rise of the RTD Cocktail
The convenience of a single-serve drink drives this beverage segment.

TravelCenters of America VP Embarks on Safety Road Trip
She’ll spend a week driving to gain firsthand insights into the female trucking experience.

UPCOMING: NACS State of the Industry Data Archive Webinar
The NACS research team is hosting a webinar detailing the database for retailers.

Hershey Announces New Products
The company will debut new salty and sweet snacks at the NCA’s 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo this week.

Rutter’s Children’s Charities Golf Outing Makes History
The event has raised over $3.7 million since its inception in 2003.


May 13, 2024

Register for the NACS Food Safety Forum
Food safety is not an option—register to attend the only forum of its kind designed to protect your customers and brand.

NACS Urges the Fed to Reduce Debit Card Swipe Fees
The cost to process a transaction is only about 4 cents.

Building a Home Away from Home
Compass Travel Center offers truckers the comforts of home and unique treats.

Love’s Donates Classroom Supplies
The retailer also celebrated its tank truck operations.