RaceTrac Hits a New City in Tennessee

The chain plans to open additional stores by the end of the year.

RaceTrac has announced an expansion of its footprint in Tennessee with the opening of its first location in Memphis. The new site “marks an exciting milestone as RaceTrac continues to bring its travel center experience to new communities,” the company noted in a statement.

RaceTrac plans to open several new stores at the end of 2026, which began with this grand opening in Memphis. Located along the I-40 corridor, the new travel center marks the mid-way point between the chain’s Dallas/Fort Worth and Nashville markets, giving professional drivers and long-distance travelers a place to stop between.

As a show of its commitment to being a community partner, RaceTrac made a donation of $2,500 to the Memphis Youth Development Group.

But RaceTrac isn’t the only retailer eyeing the Tennessee market. On this upcoming Monday, Nov. 16, Buc-ee’s will open its third Tennessee location in Murfreesboro. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 12 p.m. CST.

Located at 3355 Elam Rd., the new Buc-ee’s will span 74,000 square feet and feature 120 fueling positions. Customers will find Buc-ee’s favorites including Texas BBQ, homemade fudge, kolaches, Beaver Nuggets, jerky and fresh pastries.

Murfreesboro Mayor McFarland and Rutherford County Mayor Allen, as well as members of the Murfreesboro City Council and Rutherford County Commission will attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Additionally, in June of this year, Wawa unveiled its first store in the state, situated in Clarksville. The move, according to a report from local outlet WSMV, was the first of many. Wawa plans to open up to 50 locations in Tennessee over the next 10 years.