5951 Arbutus Avenue, Powell River BC V8A 4M2
“Worked really quickly to tow and inspect our vehicle the same day, even when they were already full booked for the day. And when they didn't find anything that needed to be done they were honest about it, and didn't even charge for the inspection.”
7408 BC-101, Powell River BC V8A 0R1
“This is a great gas bar. We rolled in for the first time, recently, and being from the City we angled to get into a line quickly as we do. The attendant was confident and polite when he instructed us that we'd actually cut the line, that another car was waiting; and that he'd love to serve us once we'd joined the the queue. And that.was.awesome.The service was good, the staff professional, and judging by the hot queue it's doing a healthy business. Keep it up!”
6105 Lund St, Powell River BC V8A 4S8
“Just FYI to anyone considering the purchase of appliances for Savary Island. The Unique fridge I purchased ($1900) from Andy at Top of The Hill in August 2021 stopped functioning properly this week (June 2025). I called Andy to request a service call and he told me I had to bring the fridge back to the store, as he didn't provide service to Savary Island. I was expecting to hear there was a large fee, for service to the island, and probably a long wait time, but to bring a fridge back to the shop for service seems unreasonable (also transporting an unboxed fridge off the island and back again would probably cause more problems). At least the Unique gas range that I also purchased is working well. (touch wood)”
4640 Joyce Ave, Powell River BC V8A 3B3
“Great service - The staff looked hard for the thing I wanted. They were out of stock but will call once they come in. Exceptional service in this day and age An update: true to his word, Pankaj called and I now have the cards I need for my vehicles. Continued good service”
4441 Joyce Ave, Powell River BC V8A 3A7
“I agree about the long line ups. There's a lot of people who like to go there is why. Good coffee, lots of choices. I don't care for the gas pumps. It seems like there's no gas coming through when it starts but the tally sure goes quickly. Hmmmm.”
4799 Joyce Avenue, Powell River BC V8A 3B7
“Great gas station with friendly staff and quick service. The place is clean, and you can find almost everything you need here—gas, snacks, drinks, and more. Definitely a convenient place to stop!”
4441 Joyce Avenue & Duncan, Powell River BC V8A 3A7
“I can’t believe I’m reviewing a 7-Eleven, but credit where it’s due and the staff here are professional and friendly despite some challenging circumstances. There are often some “interesting” folks hanging around, and in a community without a shelter, these people end up handling far more than they’re trained or paid for. My heart goes out to them. Every interaction I’ve had has been kind and compassionate.”
The Iowa retailer, the third-largest convenience store operator in the country, built its new three-year plan around three priorities: store growth, food and beverage expansion, and kitchen technology upgrades. The company plans to add 120 stores during the current fiscal year. Its previous plan, launched in 2023, delivered more than 500 new stores and earned the company a spot in the S&P 500.
Read the postLove's Travel Stops is starting 2025 with ambitious growth plans, adding 20 new stores and updating 50 current locations across the country. The truck stop company will upgrade its stores through its Strategic Remodel Initiative, which started in 2022. This includes the modernization of its recently acquired turnpike location in Stroud, Oklahoma. By 2035, over half of Love's 655 stores will be either new or updated.
Read the postTexas-born Buc-ee's is changing the way people think about gas stations and convenience stores. This chain is known for its huge stores along highways, some with over 100 fuel pumps. With its funny billboard ads, award-winning clean bathrooms, and branded items Buc-ee’s is hard to miss. The company wants people to actually plan to stop at Buc-ee's during road trips, not just go there as a last resort. And it's working - the chain has a huge fan base, with Facebook groups dedicated to Buc-ee's having hundreds of thousands of members.
Read the postSheetz Inc., the Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain, is making big moves in the Motor City. The company announced plans to open four more locations across metro Detroit, weeks before opening its first Michigan location. The first Michigan Sheetz will open its doors in late summer at 33380 Wick Road in Romulus. More locations are planned for Taylor, Warren, and Macomb Township, each employing around 30 people, mostly full-time.
Read the postLove's Travel Stops is rolling out a new system that turns work into a game for its restaurant employees. Picture this: Three big screens in each restaurant, tracking how fast workers greet customers, take orders, and hand out food. It's not just for show - early results say it's making service 11 seconds faster on average. "These monitors track key performance metrics in real-time, such as greet times, order processing times and the time it takes for food handoff," Love's explains. The system creates a more interactive environment, fostering friendly competition between stores.
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