New Vontier Consumer Survey Reveals Summer Roadtrippers Will Pay More, Drive Farther For Preferred Stops

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A recent Vontier (NYSE: VNT) survey reveals that nearly 60% of drivers are willing to pay more for convenience store products if it means making just one stop. The study shows that 80% of motorists would even drive out of their way to visit their preferred convenience store. Despite rising food prices, consumers are placing a significant premium on convenience, with many willing to pay a 10-11% markup for items like made-to-order meals and snacks. The survey also highlights that 61% of respondents have a favorite convenience store, and almost half would delay a restroom break or risk driving on empty to reach it. Additionally, 62% value mobile ordering, and 73% appreciate extra services like car washes. The landscape of convenience stores is evolving, with new tech and services turning them into essential stops for travelers.

Almost 60% of drivers would pay a markup on convenience store products if it meant making just one stop; nearly 80% are willing to drive out of their way to visit their preferred store, even if it means passing other options

RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Some convenience stores are about to get busy with a record-breaking 70.9 million Americans projected to travel over 50 miles this Independence Day. As summer travel heats up, a new survey by Vontier (NYSE: VNT), a global industrial technology company creating a more connected mobility ecosystem, reveals that time-pressed drivers are not only prioritizing convenience and a one-stop-shop experience when making on-the-go purchases, but they’re willing to pay more and even drive a little out of their way to get it. The data reveals that drivers place a significant premium on convenience stores that offer diverse food options and additional services that make their stops more productive and efficient.

The convenience premium

The survey found that almost 60% of all respondents would be happy to pay a markup on convenience store products if it meant making only one stop. On average, American consumers are open to a 10-11% price increase for items like made-to-order meals and snacks, and as much as a 9% increase for household essentials if it meant cutting out multiple stops on their journey.

This willingness to pay a premium for convenience is particularly interesting in light of ongoing concerns about rising food prices and the cost of basic goods and services in the U.S. The survey suggests that while price remains a factor, consumers increasingly value the time-saving benefits of convenience stores.

With half of Americans visiting convenience stores at least once a week, this willingness to pay more for convenience is not just a vacation road trip splurge, but a purchasing decision that’s being made frequently.

The products and services that matter

Sixty-one percent of respondents say they have a favorite convenience store and nearly 80% are willing to drive out of their way to visit their preferred store, even if it means passing other options. The survey also revealed that a significant portion of respondents (almost half) would be willing to delay a restroom break to ensure they could shop at their preferred store. Forty-three percent said they would risk driving on empty to get to their preferred store.

In a show of changing consumer behavior, tastes, and expectations, 62% of respondents said they have gone to a convenience store specifically for food and one-third said they go to convenience stores for hot, fresh restaurant-style food. Forty-seven percent said they have chosen convenience store food over other nearby options.

Convenience stores are not only hot new dining destinations, but they are also incorporating new technologies and services to drive productivity and meet consumer demands. Sixty-two percent of respondents said they value mobile ordering during the purchasing process. Seventy-three percent said they appreciate it when a convenience store offers additional services (e.g. car washes). Nearly half of Americans wish there was at least one charging station at every single convenience store.

"The landscape of convenience stores is undergoing a significant transformation," says Mark Morelli, President and CEO at Vontier. "Our research underscores the growing consumer demand for convenience and efficiency like mobile ordering in their day-to-day lives. New technologies and services are raising the bar on the convenience store experience, making it more than a stop on the journey but a destination in itself for everything from an amazing meal and a car wash to EV charging.”

Vontier is at the forefront of this convenience store revolution, working with industry leaders like 7-Eleven, Circle K, Wawa, Buc-ee's, Speedway, Chevron, and Shell. These forward-thinking stores are changing the way the world moves by creating a network of convenient, sustainable, and safe destinations for all drivers on their journey.

About Vontier

Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation, and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com.

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Vontier Corporation

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Antenna Group

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Vontier Corporation

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FAQ

What did the Vontier survey reveal about drivers' preferences for convenience stores?

The Vontier survey revealed that 60% of drivers are willing to pay a markup on convenience store products for a one-stop-shop experience, and 80% would drive out of their way to visit their preferred store.

How much more are consumers willing to pay for convenience store products according to Vontier's survey?

Consumers are willing to pay an average of 10-11% more for convenience store products like made-to-order meals and snacks, and up to 9% more for household essentials.

What percentage of drivers have a favorite convenience store as per the Vontier survey?

According to the Vontier survey, 61% of respondents have a favorite convenience store.

How often do Americans visit convenience stores according to Vontier's findings?

The Vontier survey indicates that half of Americans visit convenience stores at least once a week.

What additional services do consumers value in convenience stores as per Vontier's survey?

Consumers value mobile ordering (62%) and additional services like car washes (73%) in convenience stores, according to the Vontier survey.

What impact does the Vontier survey suggest new technologies are having on convenience stores?

The Vontier survey suggests that new technologies and services are transforming convenience stores into essential destinations, offering more than just basic supplies.