Research & Data

Are Today’s Convenience Foodservice Offerings Satiating C-store Shoppers?

The findings of the 2019 Convenience Store News Realities of the Aisle consumer study are largely positive, but do spotlight some areas for improvement.

What's Hot: Kum & Go’s Huevos Rancheros Pizza Gets High Marks for Uniqueness

Almost half of surveyed shoppers say they would come in just to try it.

Speed, Convenience & Savings Are the Keys to Winning the Business of Moms

A little more than half will search online for coupons they can use during their brick-and-mortar shopping trips.

Millennials Are Changing the Purchasing Patterns for Chocolate

Insights show the demographic prefers fine chocolate and is likely to purchase treats at supercenters.

Maverik's Restrooms Earn Top Marks for Cleanliness in Six States

According to GasBuddy, gas station restroom cleanliness ratings have improved 6 percent since 2017.

IRI: Beverages Commanded 2018's Most Successful C-store New Products

Eight of the top 10 brands in the New Product Pacesetters ranking are drinks.

Getting to the Core: The Shopping Preferences of Men vs. Women

Store operators need to work harder to meet the needs of female shoppers.

Three Steps to Drive Fuel-Only Customers Into the C-store

Retailers need to collect customer data to effectively offer the right products at the right times.

Which Convenience & Fuel Retailers Are Capturing the Most Foot Traffic?

Speedway and Thorntons rated highest in their respective segments based on number of locations.

Consumer Interest in Electric Vehicles Remains Steady, But Adoption Remains Slow

AAA says lack of knowledge and experience may be driving the low adoption rate.

What Does ‘Convenience’ Really Mean to Today’s C-store Shoppers?

The 2019 Convenience Store News Realities of the Aisle consumer study delves into this and more.

Study: Majority of Drivers Are Not Loyal to Any One Fuel Brand

More than 80 percent of drivers who fill up four times a month or more visit multiple gas stations.

Fast-Casual Restaurant Chains Still on the Rise in Both Units & Customer Visits

NPD Group: Fast-casual customers increased their visits by 3 percent year over year.

Shift in Nicotine Use Is Putting Pressure on Cigarette Segment

Tobacco Talk survey finds smoker conversion to e-vapor is disrupting the backbar.