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7-Eleven to Draft Customers to Superfan Influencer Team

Convenience store chains are turning to social media influencers as promoters.

3 years 7 months ago

U.S., Canadian Retail Fraud Up 15%

A survey found an increase in the cost and volume of fraud to retailers.

3 years 7 months ago

Alimentation Couche-Tard to Acquire Porter’s

The deal will add 35 locations in Oregon and Washington to the chain’s portfolio.

3 years 7 months ago

How Arroyo Shell Became a Craft Beer Destination

The gas station started with one cooler door and grew to more than a half-dozen doors.

3 years 7 months ago

Nearly Half of Consumers Plan In-Store Holiday Shopping

But a new study found that 44% said COVID-19 changed how they prefer to shop.

3 years 7 months ago

Korea Seven Teams Up to Commercialize Delivery Robots

The 7-Eleven operator partnered with Neubility to develop autonomous robots.

3 years 7 months ago

Gulf Coast Warily Eyes Approaching Storm

Louisiana declares a state of emergency ahead of Ida, which could strike on Katrina’s 16th anniversary.

3 years 7 months ago

Cigarette Package Warning Rule Extended Again

The new date is set for October 11, 2022.

3 years 7 months ago

Employers Pushed to Mandate Vaccines

Pfizer shots get FDA OK, and other vaccines are expected to follow suit.

3 years 7 months ago

Diesel Fuel Distributors Seek to Protect Fuel Quality

New Fuels Institute report shares best practices for safeguarding fuel equipment and vehicles.

3 years 7 months ago

Love’s Fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Starts Today

The campaign includes a National Coffee Day special for customers on Sept. 29.

3 years 7 months ago

Limited-Edition Wawa Sneakers Are Sweepstakes Prize

Ten lucky winners will make a “Wawa Run” in red and white running shoes.

3 years 7 months ago

Delivery Timing Is More Important Than Delivery Speed

Consumers want the convenience of pre-determined and reliable delivery and scheduling.

3 years 7 months ago

Finding a Destination for Unused Food

Feeding America can help c-store operators donate leftover food to help feed hungry Americans.

3 years 7 months ago

U.S. Funds for EV Charging to Focus on Largest States

Meanwhile, House lawmakers clear way for late-September vote on $1 trillion infrastructure bill.

3 years 7 months ago

GPM Partners to Host Open Buying Day

The convenience group is looking for emerging suppliers to help drive sales across its brands.

3 years 7 months ago

Walmart Launches Delivery Platform as a Service Business

The retailer commercialized its delivery platform as Walmart GoLocal.

3 years 7 months ago

Booster Fuels Tests Mobile Gas Service With Safeway

The grocer is allowing the company to set up shop in several Safeway parking lots in Seattle.

3 years 7 months ago

7-Eleven Japan to Launch National Delivery by 2026

The country’s top c-store chain will mobilize its national network for last-mile delivery to take on Amazon.

3 years 7 months ago

FDA Approval of Pfizer Shot Could Mean More Mandates

The agency’s move could persuade holdouts and spur more businesses to require COVID-19 vaccinations.

3 years 7 months ago