All Forecourt Trader articles in February 2025
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Promotional FeatureHow to prepare for EV power complexities
As the automotive industry embraces electric vehicles (EVs), forecourt owners face a new set of challenges in accommodating this growing trend. Find out how you can prepare your forecourt for the high-power demand.
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Promotional FeatureSoft drinks: the power of stocking the right range
As forecourts develop their food and drink offer, there is a huge opportunity to maximise soft drinks sales. Discover Britvic’s top tips to optimising your soft drinks selection and how to present it on shelf.
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NewsFrench firm sues to stop MFG/Morrisons deal
Equans EV Solutions, a subsidiary of French corporation Bouygues, is suing Morrisons in a bid to stop its £2.5bn deal to sell its forecourt business to Top 50 Indie MFG – a deal which actually completed last month.
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Promotional FeatureHow one dynamic pizza company is embracing the forecourt opportunity
As forecourts evolve in line with the increase in EV charging and changing consumer demand, new opportunities are emerging for fast-food operators, as one young and enterprising pizza company is discovering.
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Promotional FeatureHow forecourts can adapt to changing consumer preferences in the vape category
Changes in consumer demands, environmental concerns and impending legislation is seeing a revolution in vaping innovation for forecourt traders. Find out how best to respond to meet consumer needs
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Promotional FeatureElevating health & safety, auditing, and compliance in forecourt retailing
Petrol forecourts are becoming dynamic hubs due to the rise of EVs, requiring robust health & safety and compliance practices. Cegid Retail Store Excellence helps by streamlining audits and real-time reporting, as well as enhancing the customer experience, ensuring compliance and resilience.
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Promotional FeatureHow to master partnership management
Winning forecourts thrive on strong partner relations. Here we explore why communication, transparecy and feedback are key tools for success.
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Promotional FeatureHow forecourts can maximise the new tech-led lottery opportunity
As consumer preferences for playing The National Lottery evolve, forecourts are uniquely positioned to embrace the opportunity. Here we explore the growing on-the-go lottery market, and how retailers can modernise the in-store sales and player experience.
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NewsForecourt staffer jailed for stealing £40,000
A man who stole more than £40,000 from a petrol station in Warwick has been jailed for 16 months.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON VAPING: The next generation
With the disposable vape ban coming down the line, what can retailers do to prepare their customers for big changes in the category?
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NewsAY&Y Patel Dewsbury spends £1.5 million on compact Rochdale site
Family forecourt business AY&Y Patel Dewsbury has reconfigured its compact Ceylon service station in Rochdale with a £1.5 million knockdown rebuild.
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NewsHighland Fuels opens 16th site in Scotland
Highland Fuels has revealed plans for its 16th forecourt in Scotland, a former workshop and car dealership in Balfron, around 16 miles north of Glasgow.
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NewsBrian Madderson takes non-executive role at Forecourt Eye
Anti-drive-off specialist Forecourt Eye has appointed industry veteran Brian Madderson non-executive chairman.
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NewsVauxhall partners with Jolt to offer free EV charging in London
Vauxhall is partnering with EV charging and digital out-of-home (DOOH) company Jolt to provide its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners with free charging across its North West London charging network.
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News‘Brazen’ drink driver caught at petrol station
A drink driver who pulled up next to police at a petrol station with an open bottle of wine in his car has been banned from driving.
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NewsBYD is now UK’s fastest growing car brand
Electric car manufacturer BYD increased its sales volume by 658% to over 8,700 cars in 2024 – making it the UK’s fastest growing car brand.
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NewsBanned driver caught driving at petrol station
A disqualified driver who was stopped by officers at a petrol station has been jailed.
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NewsConnected Kerb gets £65m boost
The National Wealth Fund* (NWF) has committed a £55m investment to support Connected Kerb in its expansion of the UK’s on-street EV charging network.
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NewsMichael O’Loughlin joins DSL in non-executive role
DSL, which has provided pump top promotions for the forecourt trade for over 40 years, has appointed industry expert Michael O’Loughlin to its board as non-executive director.
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NewsMaxol prioritises pay at pump and parking in forecourt relaunch
Maxol has completed a £1.9 million re-development of its Fortwilliam Service Station on the main arterial route into Belfast city centre, with pay at pump, more parking and a larger shop.