Uptick in Store Traffic & Consumer Adoption Buoy Optimism in the CBD CategoryBrightfield Group looked into the CBD crystal ball during Tobacco Plus Expo 2021. Soft Drinks Build Brand Equity Among Consumers During COVID-19 PandemicKantar's BrandZ report shows soft drinks increased in perceived worth and innovation. E15 Sales Show Resiliency Despite Pandemic-Related Dip in Overall Fuel Consumption Iowa retailers sold 60.59 million gallons of E15 in 2020, up from 48.96 million gallons in 2019. Fluctuations at the Pump Expected Throughout the Spring Season One factor that may help to keep the national gas price average below $3 per gallon is the price of crude. Year-Over-Year U.S. Gas Sales Move Into Positive Territory for First Time Since Pandemic's Start Despite the boost, demand remains considerably below pre-pandemic levels. More Than Half of C-store Retailers Expect Trips to Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels This Summer Leisure travel and routine customer trips are anticipated to rise, according to NACS Retailer Member Pulse Survey. Consumers Rank Convenience & Fuel Retailers Low in Demonstrating Commitment to Environmental Friendliness Americans are looking for sustainable products, but distrust companies' claims in this area. Avoiding the Consequences of System Downtime in C-stores A recent Convenience Store News webcast explored the costs and ramifications of these moments in time. Rising Stock Levels & Cheaper Crude Oil Put Downward Pressure on Pump Prices AAA: Signs indicate that lower costs at the pump could be coming, but a steady trend doesn't exist yet. Fuels Institute Explores Impact of Bans on Gas-Powered Vehicles Its new paper serves as a tool to prompt discussion and encourage policymakers to carefully consider potential implications. First Previous 33 34 35 36 37 Next Last