
Emerging Chains to Watch: Hot Spot
Regional convenience store chain Hot Spot is expanding its Carolinas footprint through new locations, a revamped foodservice program, and upgraded retail technology.
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Regional convenience store chain Hot Spot is expanding its Carolinas footprint through new locations, a revamped foodservice program, and upgraded retail technology.

Mirabito expands its regional footprint to 120 locations across three states following the acquisition of nine c-store units from Quicklee’s.

The convenience store chain is expanding its professional driver network and integrating newly acquired Potbelly shop locations into its multi-unit operations.

Multi-unit convenience store operators Hot Spot and H&S Energy are implementing electronic shelf labels to streamline corporate pricing updates and reduce labor costs.

C-store giants Stewart’s Shops and 7-Eleven are leveraging custom beverages and self-serve stations to capture high-demand summer impulse purchases.

Kayrouz Petroleum is leveraging AI and real-time data to modernize back-office and POS systems across its multi-unit retail locations.

As snack trends continue to evolve at a rapid pace, c-store retailers are balancing the excitement of viral products with the realities of value-driven shopping. While social media

The c-store snack aisle is evolving as more shoppers seek foods that deliver functional benefits alongside flavor. From protein bars and beef jerky to high-fiber and low-sugar opti

Rooted in a philosophy of Love Thy Neighbor, Lassus Bros. Oil has built a culture where community impact is ingrained in daily operations, leadership priorities and store-level exe

Valparaiso, Ind.-based Family Express has taken the idea of engaging with the local community and turned it into an everyday part of the company’s identity. Designed to say “yes,”

H&S Energy invests in digital shelf labels for 297 locations

The frozen beverage brand is launching a patriotic, tech-enabled promotion across its nationwide network of convenience stores and retail partners.

Prince Castle's new Toast EZ commercial toaster features 32 programmable icons and dual independent lanes to improve throughput for high-volume quick-service restaurant kitchens.

Paramount Coffee's new ready-to-drink cold brew line provides a labor-saving solution for restaurant and convenience store operators looking to serve premium coffee without additional equipment.

Dencar Technology has unveiled its Revive Series, a retrofit pay station designed to help car wash operators modernize legacy kiosk footprints without requiring extensive construction or masonry work.

Shifting regulations on nicotine and THC products are forcing convenience store operators to pivot inventory strategies and manage the rise of illicit markets.

Cornelius launches a fully automated drive-thru beverage dispenser capable of reducing service times for national QSR brands by over 30 seconds.

The publication is seeking nominations for convenience store and travel center chains with under 70 units that are demonstrating significant growth through acquisitions or modernization.

Convenience store operators are tracking FDA regulations and consumer medical trends as they expand inventory of nicotine-free and synthetic alternatives to traditional tobacco products.

NESTLÉ TOLL HOUSE is releasing a new lineup: NESTLÉ TOLL HOUSE Chocolate Chip Remix Cookie Doughs.

GoGo squeeZ released new limited-edition GoGo squeeZ Toy Story 5 pouches for fans of the movie franchise.

Calbee America launched new 2.3-ounce bags of its Asian Style Chips.

As one of the driving factors in backbar management, c-store operators are monitoring federal, state and local legislation extensively, even contacting their representatives and pa

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