The location sits at Exit 20, a well-traveled stretch for regional and long-haul freight moving through the Midwest. For fleets and owner-operators, that placement matters. Easy on and off access can make a difference when you are watching your clock or trying to line up your next break.

Built with Drivers in Mind

This is not a standard convenience store setup. Wawa designed this travel center format to better serve professional drivers alongside everyday travelers.

At the Lima site, drivers will find:

• A high-speed diesel fuel court built to handle larger volumes
• CAT scales available on-site
• Free parking for tractor-trailers
• Clean restrooms and a pet relief area

These are the basic+ drivers to look for when planning stops, especially in busy freight corridors where parking can be limited.

Part of a Growing Travel Center Push

The Lima opening marks the third travel center Wawa has rolled out under this newer format. The company is steadily expanding beyond its traditional footprint, adding locations that can handle both passenger vehicles and commercial traffic.

Other travel centers are already operating in Hope Mills, North Carolina, and Richmond, Indiana, signaling a broader push into areas where truck traffic and regional travel overlap.

For industry stakeholders, this kind of expansion reflects ongoing competition in the truck stop and travel plaza space. More options can improve access to parking and services, but it also raises expectations for speed, cleanliness, and overall driver experience.

A Focus on Convenience and Consistency

Wawa says the goal is to combine its food and beverage offerings with the kind of fuel access and layout that works for larger vehicles.

“Wawa’s 60-year history includes innovating and evolving our store design to meet the changing needs of customers, said Brian Schaller, president of Wawa. “In less than one year, we opened three locations that provide the convenience of fuel and Wawa’s fresh food and beverages to local customers, travelers, and professional drivers.”

What This Means on the Road

For drivers, another reliable stop along I-75 can help with trip planning, especially on routes where timing and available parking can shift quickly.

For fleets, it adds another consistent option for fueling and breaks, which can help with route efficiency and driver satisfaction.

As more companies invest in upgraded travel centers, the expectation is simple. Drivers want fast fuel, available parking, and a place that makes it easy to get back on the road without losing time. Locations like this are aiming to check those boxes while keeping up with the demands of modern trucking.

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On August 28, the Pennsylvania-based company cut the ribbon on its first Wawa Travel Center in Hope Mills, North Carolina, just off Interstate 95. This new location serves as the prototype for future centers that Wawa plans to roll out in additional states.

The Hope Mills travel center was built with truckers in mind, offering high-speed diesel lanes, a CAT Scale, free tractor-trailer parking, restrooms, freshly prepared food options, and even a pet area.

“We’re thrilled to premiere the new travel center format in Hope Mills and bring Wawa’s fresh food, beverages, and convenience to local customers while serving a need to the community, travelers, and professional drivers,” Wawa President Brian Schaller said. “This historic milestone kicks off the next chapter of our growth as we debut a new store format and prepare to bring it to additional locations in Ohio and Indiana in the coming months.”

Along with this opening, Wawa revealed its long-term expansion plans for North Carolina. The company anticipates adding up to eight new stores in the state over the next decade, an investment expected to create more than 3,000 permanent jobs.

Source: Land Line Media

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The company, which operates more than 1,100 convenience stores across 12 states and Washington, D.C., will now offer a larger-scale stop designed with the needs of professional drivers and travelers in mind. The new site can be found at 630 Chicken Foot Road, Hope Mills, NC 28348, just south of Fayetteville.

Spanning more than 8,000 square feet, the Hope Mills location brings together both convenience and function. It features six high-speed diesel fueling lanes that accept OTR payments, a CAT scale, complimentary truck parking, clean restrooms, and even a pet relief area.

John Poplawski, Wawa’s Chief Real Estate Officer, explained the company’s vision for this expansion. “We are thrilled to pilot this new format in Hope Mills and believe this new travel center model is a great way to bring Wawa to customers while serving the needs of the travelers,” Poplawski said. “Not only will our Wawa Travel Center meet the fueling needs of professional drivers, while also remaining a community hub for local friends and neighbors to enjoy.”

Looking further ahead, Wawa has ambitious growth plans in the region. Over the next eight to 10 years, the chain expects to open six to eight stores each year, ultimately reaching 90 stores across North Carolina. Each site will represent an investment of more than $7.5 million while creating new local jobs.

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