How many Petro Stopping Center outlets were acquired by the franchisor in 2022?
Petro_Stopping_Center Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Terminations | Non- Renewals | Acquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations, Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 79–87)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Petro Stopping Center's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor acquired 2 outlets in 2022. This is based on the provided table that tracks outlet information. The table shows that at the start of 2022, there were 13 outlets, and during the year, 2 were acquired by Petro Stopping Center, with no terminations, non-renewals or ceased operations. This resulted in 11 outlets at the end of 2022.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and changes within the Petro Stopping Center franchise system. Acquisitions by the franchisor could indicate strategic decisions to consolidate or restructure operations. It is important to note that while 2 locations were acquired by the franchisor, the total number of franchised locations decreased by 2 during 2022.
Potential franchisees should investigate the reasons behind these acquisitions to understand the potential impact on their investment. Understanding the circumstances surrounding previous acquisitions can help a franchisee assess the long-term viability and support they can expect from Petro Stopping Center.