How many Petro Stopping Center outlets did California have at the end of 2022?
Petro_Stopping_Center Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Acquired from Franchisees | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisees | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| California | 2023 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
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, California had 4 outlets at the end of 2022. This number remained constant through 2023 and 2024, with no outlets opened, acquired from franchisees, closed, or sold to franchisees during those years. This indicates a stable market presence for Petro Stopping Center in California during this period.
For a prospective franchisee, this information suggests that the California market may be relatively saturated or that Petro Stopping Center is not actively expanding its presence in the state. It could also indicate that existing locations are performing well enough that additional locations are not deemed necessary. The absence of closures suggests a healthy operational environment for existing franchisees in California.
It is important to note that this data only reflects the number of outlets and does not provide insights into the financial performance or market share of Petro Stopping Center locations in California. A potential franchisee should investigate further to understand the reasons behind the lack of change in outlet numbers and the overall market dynamics in California.