...And the New 6

Six companies made it into the top 50 this year that were not in last year’s ranking.

We Got It (25)

We Got It is a brand of United Pacific, which has established itself as one of the largest independent owners, suppliers and operators of gas stations and convenience stores in the Western United States. United Pacific offers motor fuels products under the 76, Conoco, Shell and United Oil flags and convenience items through We Got It Food Mart, My Goods Market and Circle K brands. United Pacific operates its retail and wholesale businesses in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington and Colorado.

Rotten Robbie (35)

Rotten Robbie gas stations are a fourth-generation family business with a 75-year history, owned and operated by Robinson Oil Corporation. Rotten Robbie has 36 locations in the greater Bay Area, with its headquarters in Santa Clara. It offers high-quality gas at a low price at the pumps and quality snacks and drinks. Rotten Robbie is an active member of the community, supporting local charities and school drives.

Fastrip Food Stores (41)

Fastrip started in 1968 as a small dairy store in Bakersfield, California. Following the success of its first location, Fastrip started expanding and taking its concept of great selection, great value and great customer service throughout the Bakersfield area. Today, the company has locations in California and Arizona, with all the stores offering a complete selection of grocery items, quality gasoline, all the snacks and drinks you want, and 24-hour convenience.

Parker’s (42)

Headquartered in Savannah, Georgia, Parker’s has a commitment to exceeding customer expectations and has repeatedly been recognized as one of the nation’s leading convenience store and foodservice companies. Parker’s Kitchen, the popular food-centric brand under the Parker’s umbrella, serves world-famous hand-breaded southern fried chicken tenders as well as made-from-scratch mac and cheese, a breakfast bar and daily specials. The company’s popular Parker’s Rewards loyalty program, which includes more than 300,000 members, has saved Parker’s customers more than $15 million to date.

United Dairy Farmers (46)

UDF has nearly 200 dairy stores across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana and is committed to quality, customer experience and being a trusted neighbor in the communities that it serves. UDF aspires to be the best convenience retailer in the region. UDF stores sell high-quality proprietary products that include hand-dipped ice cream, signature malts and shakes, fresh baked goods from the family bakery, premium coffee and other fresh foods and dairy products. After over 80 years, United Dairy Farmers continues to be family owned and headquartered in Norwood, Ohio.

Truenorth (49)

True North Energy was founded in 1999 through a 50/50 partnership between the Lyden family and Shell Oil U.S. The Lyden family has been in business since 1919, with the third and fourth generations presently at the helm. Truenorth stores have an ever-growing footprint with stores primarily located in Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan. Truenorth prides itself on being a premier Shell distributor through fast, friendly, clean convenience stores and dealer network.

Keith Reid is editor-in-chief of Fuels Market News. He can be reached at kreid@fmnweb.com.