18�NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2025 ABASTO.COM EG America Raises $597K for American Cancer Society EG America recently completed its “Fuel the Hope for Change” campaign, raising over $597,000 for the Ameri- can Cancer Society. Troughout July, customers at the company’s various brands, including Cumberland Farms, Kwik Shop, and Turkey Hill, were en- couraged to donate at checkout. Te campaign’s success was driven by generous donations from guests and a strong commitment from store employees. EG America further boos- RaceTrac acquired Potbelly Corporation Potbelly Corporation, the popular sandwich shop, has entered into a defnitive merger agreement to be acquired by RaceTrac, Inc., a leading convenience retailer. Te all-cash transaction will see RaceTrac acquire all outstanding shares of Potbelly for $17.12 per share, valuing the deal at approximately $566 million. Tis acquisition brings together two well-known brands in a strategic move that expands RaceTrac’s portfolio. Te merger is anticipated to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, pending regu- latory approvals and standard closing conditions. Tis deal marks a signif- cant development for both compa- nies, with Potbelly joining one of the largest privately held companies in the U.S. Pilot, GM, and EVgo open over 200 fast charging locations Pilot Company, General Motors, and EVgo have teamed up to open over 200 fast-charging locations across nearly 40 states, providing drivers with access to almost 850 new EV fast-charging stalls. Te partnership aims to build critical charging infras- tructure along major travel routes, enabling more convenient and reliable EV travel nationwide. Tis expansion addresses charging gaps, particularly in rural areas where infrastructure has been limited. Te network has grown rapidly, adding charging availability in states like Co- lorado, South Carolina, Louisiana, and Wyoming, with signifcant expansion in Texas, Missouri, and Florida. Tis collaboration is designed to support long-distance EV travel by ensuring drivers have consistent, 24/7 access to high-power chargers at Pilot and Flying J travel centers. Love’s reopens travel stop in Seminole, OK Love’s Travel Stops has reopened its newly rebuilt location in Seminole, Oklahoma, following a complete reconstruction. Te updated store, situated of Interstate 40, aims to provide an enhanced experience for all travelers, including professional drivers and RV guests. Te new location features an ex- panded food court with Godfather’s Pizza, Subway, and Love’s Fresh Kit- chen. It also ofers upgraded ameni- ties such as four remodeled showers, larger restrooms, and more parking. For RV travelers, the store now includes seven dedicated RV spa- ces with electric, water, and sewer hookups. Professional drivers will beneft from six diesel bays and 77 truck parking spaces. ted the total by matching contribu- tions from its top-performing stores. According to Russ Colaco, CEO of EG Group, the company is dedicated to su- pporting the fght against cancer. Tis signifcant donation will help the Ame- rican Cancer Society fund critical advo- cacy, research, and patient support pro- grams, providing hope and assistance to those impacted by the disease. CONVENIENCE BRIEFS