Pilot Flying J expands industry-leading travel center network in 2016

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Flying J, the largest operator of travel centers in North America, expanded its number of Pilot and Flying J stores in 2016 by adding 58 additional locations to its network. Through PFJ Southeast LLC, a joint venture with Speedway LLC, Pilot Flying J completed the conversion of 41 former Speedway/Wilco locations throughout the Southeastern United States.

"Working with Speedway, as part of PFJ Southeast LLC, has allowed us to quickly and easily grow our presence in the heavily traveled Southeastern corridors," said Pilot Flying J President Ken Parent. "We're excited for the convenience these additional locations will bring to our guests and trucking company customers." 

Pilot Flying J also opened 17 new travel centers in 2016, adding more than 1,000 local jobs to the communities. Each new location features full amenities for professional drivers, as well as area residents and travelers.

With the 58 additions, the Pilot Flying J network now offers:

• more than 750 locations across North America
• 4,200 parking spaces for a total of 74,000 parking spaces
• 320 showers for a total of 5,100 showers across the network

Pilot Flying J also recently released myPilot®, its newly enhanced mobile app. Professional drivers now have the ability to save time with the app's "mobile fueling" feature which allows drivers to pay through the app. Drivers can also use the app to check which diesel pump is likely to open up next, reserve a shower, view store listings, get directions and receive and store electronic receipts, etc. In addition, all guests can save $.03 per gallon on gasoline and auto diesel when they use the myPilot® app. The app is available for download in the app store or Google Play.

"2016 has been an exciting year of growth," Parent said. "We've made investments in new locations throughout the country, and we've developed agreements with partners like Speedway. This is part of Pilot Flying J's continued commitment to growth, and another step in our mission to connecting people and places with comfort, care and a smile to better serve our customers and guests. We look forward to continued growth in the new year as well."

For more information on Pilot Flying J, visit www.pilotflyingj.com.  

About Pilot Flying J

Pilot Flying J, the largest operator of travel centers in North America, is committed to connecting people and places with comfort, care and a smile at every stop. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pilot Flying J has more than 750 retail locations, 44 Goodyear Commercial Tire and Service Centers and 43 Boss Shops all of which accept MyRewards loyalty cards, Pilot Flying J's loyalty rewards program. The Pilot Flying J network provides drivers with access to more than 70,000 parking spaces for trucks, 4,900 showers and more than 5,000 diesel lanes offering Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) at the pump. Pilot Flying J is currently ranked No. 14 on Forbes' list of America's Largest Private Companies. Visit www.pilotflyingj.com for more information.

Complete list of Pilot Flying J locations opened in 2016

USA

Alabama

• Cottondale
• Good Hope (Cullman)
• Lincoln

California

• Orland
• Patterson

Florida

• Wildwood
• Jacksonville
• South Bay

Georgia

• Calhoun
• Carnesville
• Jackson
• Kingsland
• Valdosta
• Villa Rica

Illinois

• Bridgeview
• Carol Stream

Indiana

• Marion

Missouri

• Springfield

New Mexico

• Santa Rosa

North Carolina

• Candor
• Conover
• Haw River
• Kenly
• Marion
• McLeansville
• Monroe
• Salisbury
• Troutman
• Warsaw

Ohio

• Lebanon

Pennsylvania

• Harrisburg

South Carolina

• Blacksburg
• Bishopville
• Graniteville
• Hardeeville
• Latta
• North Charleston
• Prosperity
• Rock Hill
• St. George
• St. Matthews
• Winnsboro

Tennessee

• Monteagle
• Niota
• Gordonsville
• Pioneer
• White Pine

Texas

• Pasadena
• Schulenberg
• Stratford

Virginia

• Disputanta
• Raphine
• Skippers
• South Boston
• Tom's Brook
• Wytheville

Canada

• Whitecourt, Alberta
• Balgonie, Saskatchewan 

CONTACT:
Gene Cyranski
Zeno Group for Pilot Flying J
212-299-8966
[email protected]

Anne LeZotte
Senior Comm. Manager, Pilot Flying J
865-474-3028
[email protected]

SOURCE Pilot Flying J

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