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Exchange New Ideas through Conversations

Conversations. What does the word mean? A dictionary says it is a plural noun. This plural noun is a talk, especially an informal one, between two or more people, in which new ideas are exchanged. We gathered at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort in February for three-plus days of great events during NATSO Connect. There were 81 first-time attendees within the terrific group of operators who registered. More

Reflections on a Successful NATSO Connect

  • 2019-03-01

Exceptional is the word that I believe best describes NATSO Connect 2019. Lisa Mullings, NATSO’s CEO and president, and all of her staff have to be thrilled with the success of this year’s event. I would name everyone, but I might inadvertently leave someone out. Congratulations to all as NATSO Connect matures and improves. More

Three Ways Truckstop Operators Are Using Partnerships to Grow Business

  • 2018-07-01

More and more retailers are joining together to form creative partnerships, which allows them to reach customers in new ways and spur sales. When brands join forces, it can help them create a better in-store customer experience and make a more memorable impression on customers. More

Expand Your Truckstop's Labor Pool with Non-Traditional Hires Members Only Join or Login

Finding and retaining employees is often a top concern of truckstop and travel plaza operators, and it can become even more challenging when unemployment levels drop. More

New Overtime Regulations Take Effect In December Members Only Join or Login

  • 2016-11-01

New rules from the Department of Labor that govern which employees are eligible for overtime pay take effect on Dec. 1, and truckstop and travel plaza operators are working to understand how the rules will affect their operations and how they will comply.  More

Bob and Nick Wollenman of Deluxe Truck Stop Present at Chamber of Commerce Event

  • 2015-06-03

Bob Wollenman, co-owner, and Nick Wollenman, assistant general manager, of Deluxe Truck Stop, St. Joseph, Mo., were presenters at the "Cup of Joe" St. Joseph, Mo. Chamber of Commerce event, May 27th. This is a weekly event that gathers entreprenuers, small and large business owners, civic leaders and other interested individuals. More

Deluxe Truck Stop Hosts Senator Roy Blunt

  • 2014-08-14

Bob and Nick Wollenman, Deluxe Truck Stop, St. Joseph, Mo. hosted Sen. Roy Blunt (R - Missouri) at their facility on August 12, 2014. More

What Is Your Favorite Business Book?

  • 2014-07-01

NATSO operators share their favorite business book. More

Get To Know Your Fuel Customers Members Only Join or Login

  • 2013-01-01

Knowing what products to stock and when can boost sales and profits for truckstop and travel plaza operators. Operators take time to get to know the drivers who come into their locations each day, but to foster long-term relationships, they must also get to know the corporate executives at the trucking companies where those drivers work. More

New Technology and Signage Helps Truckstop Operators

  • 2012-11-01

NATSO members nationwide are turning to LED lighting, digital signage and strategic placement to promote their offerings.  More

Pilot Company to Launch Site For Roboburger Vending

The RoboBurger equipment is a fully autonomous robotic burger chef in a vending machine.
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Travelcenters of America Opens Georgia Stop

TravelCenters of America recently opened a new TA Express Travel Center near Statesboro, Georgia.
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Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) EV Charging Grants: Who is Eligible and How Much Money Do Fuel Retailers Need to Contribute?

The initial grant distribution will prioritize funding for EV charging infrastructure at off-highway and off-Interstate locations.
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Join the ChargeAhead Partnership

The Charge Ahead Partnership is a coalition of individuals and businesses united in the idea that the best way to expand the electric vehicle charging network is through a competitive, market-based approach.
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Contact Your State DOT Regarding Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) EV Charging Funding

NATSO members should contact their state transportation departments promptly to learn about their electric vehicle charging plans and to share our industry's perspective on the plans' development.
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Has the Business Case for EV Charging Improved?

It is incumbent upon fuel retailers to urge state DOTs to structure projects in a “make-ready” model that allows utilities to invest in the grid and distribution enhancements necessary to feed charging stations while a competitive, private market governs the consumer-facing charging transaction. 
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