Survey: One in Nine Americans Worked at C-storeNACS research finds industry jobs offer valuable experience. Consumers Open to New Alternative Fuel VehiclesFuels Institute poll finds hybrids are most appealing. Consumer Pessimism Not Affecting Summer Travel Plans Optimism is at its lowest level in 2014. Harsh Winter Sets the Stage for Active Summer C-stores expect sales to increase at both the pump and inside the store. Consumer Optimism Falls to Year's Lowest Level Poor weather and rising gas prices make Americans less positive about the economy. NACS: Consumer Optimism Holds Steady However, 63 percent expect gas price to increase over the next month. Rising Gas Prices Don't Deter Consumer Optimism Sentiment continues to rise despite expectation of future increases. Consumer Optimism Ticks Up as Gas Prices Dip Youthful consumer sentiment reaches highest point since July 2013. More Consumers Pre-Planning Their Fuel Trips NACS survey shows motorists are shopping around for gas prices differently. C-stores Offered More Food Options, Gas Discounts in 2013 Consumers paid more for fuel but made more purchases inside stores. First Previous 1 2 3 Next Last