Technological advancements, changes in consumer behavior and new trends within the fuel retail industry are all reasons why today’s forecourt owners need to look beyond investing in products and solutions that only perform well on their own, and instead, create a forecourt equipped with products and solutions that work well with each other. By doing so, the forecourt becomes connected. But what exactly do we mean by connectivity?

Despite the move towards decarbonization, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles are still prevalent in most markets and, according to some reports, will be in use long after 2030. However, motorists continue to embrace greener transport, with many drivers considering which clean fuel is best for them, while fuel retailers are wondering which investment is best for business. With so much change, why is replacing conventional fuel dispensers so important?

When it comes to EV charging, most drivers want a charger that is safe, secure, and functional – not to mention efficient. But have you ever thought about the design features of the charger itself and what benefit these could bring to a forecourt? Larger EV chargers don’t equal more power or faster charging. In fact, when it comes to EV chargers, bigger doesn’t actually mean better…

A little unconventional marketing and assistance from the newest in ordering and advertising technologies – designed with consumer behaviors in mind – can help speed up conversions and solidify a site’s success.

Approximately 477,000 electric vehicles (EVs) are currently being used in the United Kingdom (UK). With the current rise in climate change warnings and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, it is no wonder people are choosing to jump from their traditionally fueled cars to EVs. Here, we discuss some of the benefits of using EVs, from financial to environmental.

While society and unforeseeable events can play a huge role in shaping and creating how businesses operate, it’s important to remember that for most fuel retailers, it’s in their ‘nature’ to innovate and look for opportunities that could keep them one step ahead of the competition.

As motorists continue to embrace greener transport, many drivers will be considering which clean fuel is best for them. For fleet managers and sustainability directors, many will be wondering which is best for business? We drill down into the data and review what your fuel of the future might look like.

DX Power connects electric vehicle (EV) chargers into the forecourt systems, seamlessly – offering fuel retailers additional payment options, increased visibility into their sales and forecourt operations while providing customers with a unified consumer experience. The important question is: are you aware of what this flexible and effortless payment bridge is capable of?

NACS found an average of only 30-40% of fuel customers make the short walk into the c-store. DFS' uniquely innovative dispenser technology can help you stay competitive in a cutthroat c-store retail landscape. Learn how you can connect with and acquire new customers using DX Promote™ on Anthem UX™ user experience platform and AX12 Enhanced equipped dispensers.

The climate change effects, pollution costs, and environmental awareness are driving towards alternative solutions to diesel and petrol vehicles in recent years, so clean energy fueling choices are gaining popularity. One possible solution is the use and integration of hydrogen, particularly for long-haul, heavy-duty vehicles and other commercial transport.

Kendra Keller was recently named Executive of the Year by the Austin Regional Manufacturers Association. We sat down with Keller to learn more about her leadership style, the challenges 2022 posed, and what she’s most looking forward to this year.

Today, we’re living in a society where the focus on environmental protection and the cultivation of a more sustainable future are ever present. The fuel industry, in particular, has come under scrutiny in recent years, with people looking to business leaders to make drastic changes to their day-to-day operations in order for them to provide more accessible, eco-friendly solutions for global transportation.

Climate change is seen to be a serious problem for an enormous 93% of EU citizens. As such, it is important to know how you can reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment without compromising convenience. Here, we explore the increasing emergence of EVs and the truth you need to know behind those common misconceptions.

As electric vehicles (EV) charging emerges as the new norm, gas station owners should prepare for the future. In doing so, they should consider how they might expand their c-store offerings to deliver the immersive experience consumers seek. By acting now, station owners can meet consumer demand and keep up with trends shaping the fueling industry’s future.

As the world tries to balance the ever-growing global need for more energy alongside decarbonization to improve sustainability within the transport sector, is your fuel business ready to take on the new opportunities it brings?

DFS is embracing technology, sustainable developments and innovation to help you move beyond today’s industry limits. Follow along for our most recent offerings presented at NACS and now available to you in the North America market.

As we move forward, Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) will become one of the mainstream fuels for heavy-duty transport – even more so for the fully sustainable variant bio-LNG – within the fuel and convenience retail industry. It’s an essential part of the decarbonized energy mix, next to hydrogen and electricity, for the transport sector. So, why aren’t there more LNG stations, and why aren’t new LNG powered vehicles being registered by fleet owners?

We sat down with Raf Tormans, DFS Senior Manager, Product Management, to find out how Prizma can help retailers advance their business with a broader spectrum of payment options, fuel types, connections and profits.

Does Anthem UX platform deliver on its promise of driving incremental sales results? With over a year on the market, we can confidently say yes. Read on for real-world examples of how Anthem UX platform paired with DX Promote is helping convenience retailers increase revenue and secure customer loyalty.

DFS recently launched a new fuel dispenser portfolio packed with our industry leading technology. We sat down with Soren Powell-Holse, DFS’ Director of Product Marketing (EMEA), to discuss these new ranges in more detail and their future within the fuel and convenience retail industry.

Wondering whether you’ve done all you can to protect and future-proof your business from hackers and criminals? We conducted an in-depth interview with Annika Birkler, Senior Product Manager for Connectivity at DFS, and Courtney Hamby, Sales & Support Manager at AvaLAN (a DFS company), to understand how networking decisions impact everything from user experience to station security.

Plans are rolling out on the first-ever national EV charging network, and it's an enormous opportunity for c-stores to build a strong foothold in the market while offering superior customer experiences.

The theme of this year’s Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) User Conference was ‘No Limits.’ Over three action-packed days, thought leaders and attendees discussed the limitless potential of technology and how to harness it to boost profit, enhance customer experiences and drive customer loyalty.

Peter van Nauw, Sr Product Management Director, EMEA, shares his thoughts on how Dover Fueling Solutions is Driving the Evolution of the Customer Experience.

Jen Threlkeld, Sr. Product Marketing Manager, North America, shares her thoughts on the trends that will shape the fueling industry in 2022.

We sat down with Lise-Lotte Nordholm, DFS’ vice president of dispenser engineering and new product development, based in Sweden, and Jorg Raven, LIQAL’s founder and CEO, located in the Netherlands, to discuss all things clean energy and its future within the fuel and convenience retail industry.

Dave Lacaille, Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), joined Ed Kammerer, OPW Retail Fueling, in a podcast with marketing firm DeanHouston+ to discuss the value of live trade shows in the fueling industry. Both experts in fueling and convenience store solutions, Dave and Ed offered unique insights on the 2021 PEI Convention at the NACS Show, as well as the future of industry trade shows post-COVID.

The DFS and EdgePetrol partnership provides retail fuel pricing intelligence to independent owners and operators. Together, we will help customers improve their business operations and results. Live volumes, margins and profit numbers give retailers all the data they need to combat market consolidation, aggressive competition and volatile prices.

We sat down with Siobhan Finch, Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) EMEA Product Manager for the Wayne Helix fuel dispenser line, based in the UK, and Mats Ohlsson, DFS Regional Sales Manager, located in Sweden, to find out more about the latest addition to the Wayne Helix™ product portfolio: the Wayne Helix™ 1000 windshield fluid dispenser.

Sara Venkatachalam was recently recognized with a STEP Ahead Award from the Manufacturing Institute. In this article, Venkatachalam shares a bit more about her journey to Wayne Fueling Systems and DFS, where she has spent the last 10 years of her career. We also explore her passion for mentorship and innovation, what it’s like to be a woman leader in STEM, and more.

Jocelyn Sexton, global Director of Marketing and Communications at Dover Fueling Solutions, shares useful transformation tips for fuel site owners and operators in this article, first published in Forbes magazine.

How can an inconvenient forecourt experience directly impact overall sales? Lulu Francois, Senior Manager of Product Marketing for Solutions at DFS, conducts an impromptu experiment!

T-Media by Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) is the ideal solution to promote in-store products, grabbing the customer’s undivided attention whilst they refuel, but did you know how incredibly easy it is to use?

Learn how a growing retail chain is leveraging DX Promote to connect with their customers and stand out from the competition. A commitment to quality and technology has helped launch Jump Start Stores to new heights.

We are nearing the end of 2021, and the UK population is now in a position to begin returning to the workplace. But what does this change mean for businesses? And how are employees adapting to yet another shift in the ways in which they work?

Without a remote monitoring system in place, it’s the customer who is informing the store operator of problems with their fuel dispensers the majority of the time. To makes matters worse, equipment problems can cause negative customer experiences that can affect both short and long term sales due to the customers reluctance to come back to the fueling site the next time they need to fill up.

Fleet owners face numerous challenges daily, including the ability to have accurate information about all their fleet vehicles and the fuel they are using. Chip keys, cards, and fobs can be lost, misplaced, or loaned out and there is no surefire way to verify where your fuel is going once the operator authorizes at the pump. Vehicle and fuel data are an important commodity for fleets, so why isn’t there a better way to see where fuel is going and have accurate vehicle data?

With the recent fuel crisis causing havoc in numerous locations across the UK, Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS) sheds some light on how wetstock management can be part of the solution moving forward. We can help monitor fuel consumption and provide trend analysis, which will allow station owners to better forecast the amount of fuel needed across their forecourt networks in advance.

The most impactful brands, like people, have not only a great history, but a remarkable personality. And at DFS, we have a lot of things to say about who WE ARE, so in order to increase awareness and provide better clarity around our brand, we’ve made some updates to our branding!

We caught up with Lise-Lotte Nordholm, DFS’ vice president of dispenser engineering and new product development, and Scott Negley, the company’s senior director of product management, dispensers and hardware, to find out what it’s been like to be part of the evolution from liquid fuels to electrons.

Kendra Keller, Vice President & General Manager, North America