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  Convenience retail has evolved in a true “vice to nice” fashion. Once considered the domain of roller dogs, chips, doughnuts and other indulgent products, gas stations today frequently have a range of healthier options. I once spent an entire month eating at gas station convenience stores to prove it. This is great news for anyone who plans to travel this summer. Eating on-the-go doesn’t have to come at the expense of your health, and there are options available if you know where to look. I’ve been on man y road trips to convenience stores across the United States, and you’ll be well-positioned to make healthful choices as long as you follow these simple tips. TIP #1: Find the cooler Many of the healthier options at convenience stores are located in open-air coolers. Depending on which brand or store you visit, you might find salads, yogurt, fruit or vegetable trays, hard-boiled eggs, freshly packaged sandwiches and other similar products. Look to open-air coolers, n...

Visiting the local gas station is a part of many of our daily routines.  If you are a frequent customer of your local gas station, check out the article below for the top gas station hacks that you need to know. Save money on coffee. Skip the expensive coffee shop and start buying your morning cup of coffee at your local gas station.  You might be surprised at how delicious gas station coffee is, and it will save you lots of money and time. Gas pumps are touched by hundreds of people a day and carry a lot of germs, so we recommend purchasing a travel size hand sanitized to keep in your glove box from your local gas station.  Almost all gas stations carry travel size sanitizer, and many gas stations are now adding sanitizing wipes to their gas pumps for their customers. Eat healthy. Today’s gas stations are health conscience and offer a variety of healthy snacks, fresh fruit, and healthy hot food options in stores.  Many local gas stations are taking it on...

Looking for ways to attract more customers and improve overall sales? You have come to the right place! Finding ideas on ways to attract customers can be tough. Mastering the basics is a good place to start. Let’s get to the tips! 1. Stand Out From The Competition If your business looks like every other gas station on the block, than there is no reason for customers to visit your business over everyone else. Standing out from the competition will improve your business in every sense. This will increase sales and customers . Try visiting and doing some research on the competition in the area. Find what there faults are and improve them. You can also look at their prices and try to beat them at your gas station. For example:  If you find your competitor takes forever to restock the convenience store and their customer service is poor, than improve that! More than likely customers will come to you over the competition. 2. Improve The Appearance Nothi...

Filling and service stations are in a period of transformation. New forecourt locations are popping up in emerging markets, equipped with the latest technological automations for quicker service. Brand leaders in developed markets are reducing the number of locations and shifting to alternative fuels to meet national regulations and to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. These changes in fuel and technology are being driven by the demands of consumers with evolving driving habits and changing expectations for customized services. Is your forecourt business prepared for the future? Here are four of the biggest trends that are changing the gas station industry today. 1. Electronic payments Customers want to choose how they pay for services. Although cash is still responsible for over 75% of transactions according to the McKinsey Global Payments Report, this number is going to fall as efficient and secure electronic options become more accessible. Here are s...

​Filling up your fuel tank is preferably a mundane task to do. You generally don't think much of the consequences of what can go wrong while refilling your car's fuel tank. You tend to go to the same petrol pump , which is located closest to your home and that's when you get used to the surroundings and forget to be cautious. The very first petrol pump safety rule is that you should be careful and avoid doing things that can set the place on fire. Here are some useful tips to keep you and your car safe at the petrol pump: Turn off your car engine when filling the fuel tank As soon as you reach the fuel station, make sure you turn off your car engine before an attendant starts to refuel your car. Although no major accidents have been reported regarding not turning the car's engine, it a safety measure one should take care of. It's undeniable that there is a possibility of a mishap if the fuel dribbles through the nozzle and catches fire. Don...