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RaceTrac Opens First Store in Buckeye State


FINDLAY, Ohio – December 11, 2024 – RaceTrac today announced the opening of its first convenience store in Ohio. Located in the booming I-75 & CR 99 corridor in Findlay, this new, 8,100-square-foot travel center provides everything needed to refuel and recharge for the nearly 75,000 professional drivers, commuters, residents and travelers that pass through the area daily.
 
“RaceTrac’s first store in Ohio is a significant milestone for our growing company,” said Melanie Isbill, chief brand officer at RaceTrac. “This strategic decision allows us to showcase our commitment to exceptional service, quality products and community engagement in a new market. The region's vibrant economy and welcoming communities present a tremendous opportunity for our innovative approach and dedication to delivering convenience that we trust will resonate well with Ohioans.”
 
The grand opening celebration will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local community officials and law enforcement partners. RaceTrac’s first 100 guests will receive a free $25 gift card and free product samples will be available throughout the day. RaceTrac will also present $2,500 checks to both the Findlay High School Marching Band and Findlay Fraternal Order of Police.
 
RaceTrac has been bringing this Whatever Gets You Going style of convenience to guests since 1934 and proudly operates under the mission of making people's lives simpler and more enjoyable. Today the brand has more than 580 stores in 14 states, with plans to continue expansion in Ohio and beyond. Each new location adds approximately 40 new jobs to the community.

In further support of first responders, RaceTrac extends a special thank you by inviting them into any RaceTrac, anytime, for a free coffee or fountain drink. Police, fire and EMTs can simply bring their badge or swing by in uniform. First responders who verify their status with ID.me in the RaceTrac app may receive additional offers.
Inside, RaceTrac stores offer a wide selection of tasty, on-the-go food and beverage favorites that are affordable and always fresh. Guests can choose from a variety of options including:

  • Grab & Go pizza and sandwiches made with hand-selected, high-quality ingredients
  • Whole and cut fruit and salads
  • RaceTrac’s Swirl World frozen treat station with a variety of frozen yogurts and sorbets and toppings that include chocolates, candies and nuts for added customization
  • Six blends of freshly ground, freshly brewed “Crazy Good Coffee” with popular creamers, sweeteners and toppings
  • Classic options that convenience store guests know and love, including:
    • Roller grill favorites like Nathan’s Famous 100 percent Premium All Beef Hot Dogs
    • Tornados, featuring battered and fried tortillas filled with meats, cheeses and spices
       
While residents and travelers can find a variety of fuel options in the 16-pump front court, the new travel center also serves the needs of local small to mid-size fleet drivers and construction vehicles in a spacious rear canopy, including five lanes of high-flow diesel and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) options at the pump. Tractor trailer parking and CAT scales are also available

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About RaceTrac, Inc.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, family-owned RaceTrac is the 18th largest privately held company in the United States and has been serving guests since 1934. RaceTrac has more than 800 retail locations representing the RaceTrac® and RaceWay® brands in 13 states offering guests an affordable one-stop-shop featuring competitively priced fuel plus a wide selection of food and beverage favorites, including freshly brewed coffee. RaceTrac employs more than 10,500 team members across RaceTrac, RaceWay and affiliated companies Metroplex Energy, Energy Dispatch and Gulf Oil. 

Media Contact:
Jim Taylor
jtaylor@fulltiltconsulting.com

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