Pilot Travel Centers, LLC

A 70-year-old law requiring a minimum markup on the price of fuel in the state was declared unconstitutional by a federal judge.

Depressed land values and declining sales don't support the debt many carry. But well-capitalized retailers are poised to take advantage of growth opportunities.

The smoking alternative products are now carried by Pilot Travel Centers, TravelCenters of America, The Pantry and more.

The truckstop company presented The Salvation Army with a check, while the Hawaii-based chain gave to local young golfers.

Founder's daughter, also the company chairman, take the lead of the bankrupt travel center chain.

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No layoffs are necessary, and business will continue as usual, according to the company.

Both companies signed 10-year extensions for Transflo Express truck stop scanning for North American fleets.