What was the total number of Petro Stopping Center outlets at the end of 2022?
Petro_Stopping_Center Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 13 | 11 | -2 | |
| Petro Franchised | 2023 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2024 | 11 | 11 | 0 | |
| D. C. | 2022 | 63 | 65 | +2 |
| Petro Company- | 2023 | 65 | 65 | 0 |
| Owned | ||||
| Owned | 2024 | 65 | 66 | +1 |
| 2022 | 76 | 76 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2023 | 76 | 76 | 0 |
| 2024 | 76 | 77 | +1 |
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, at the end of 2022, there were a total of 76 outlets. This total comprises both franchised and company-owned locations. Specifically, there were 11 franchised Petro Stopping Center locations and 65 company-owned locations.
It is important to note the distinction between franchised and company-owned outlets, as the performance and operational characteristics may differ. Franchised locations are operated by individual franchisees, while company-owned locations are managed directly by Petro Stopping Center or its affiliates. This mix of ownership models is common in the franchise industry, allowing the franchisor to maintain control over certain locations while expanding through franchising.
Prospective franchisees should consider the overall number of outlets as an indicator of brand presence and market penetration. A larger number of outlets may suggest a more established brand with greater recognition among consumers. However, it is also important to evaluate the growth trends and changes in the number of outlets over time, as this can provide insights into the health and stability of the franchise system. The FDD provides data for 2023 and 2024, which can be compared to the 2022 figures to assess these trends.
When evaluating a franchise opportunity, it is advisable to speak with both current and former franchisees to gain a comprehensive understanding of their experiences and the factors that contribute to success or challenges within the Petro Stopping Center system. Item 20 of the FDD provides contact information for franchisees, although it also notes that some franchisees may have signed agreements that restrict their ability to speak about their experiences.