Convenience stores are small-sized provisions or shops which are located at gas stations or busy streets. The convenience marts trade products like food, drinks, newspapers, tobacco goods like cigarettes and magazines. The locals use these stores while refueling or using washroom facilities.
Generally the rate of products is more than their value at the supermarket. This is because they have to compensate for the rent charges of the location they are using for their store. These marts also provide coffee and beverages via coffee vending machines. Other products include candy, frozen foods, chips which are placed in short aisles against elevation and back walls. Many are specializing in popular donuts for sell with coffee as well as having fresh hot dogs ready offering variety of toppings for them. Making it quick and convenient to stop get gas and something to eat. They are making available a variety of fountain drinks as well as slushie drinks.
Many also put lottery tickets for sale which boosts their regular sale of products. Some convenience stores also offer money order and wire transfer services for instant cash withdrawal. Some stores even offer ticket bookings for travel purposes.
Many gas stations open large chain convenience marts like 7 Eleven and Speedway in America to provide better service for their customers and also to boost their profit margins. Convenience stores are popular because most of them are 24 hours or at least open til midnight or later and opening early in the mornings. Providing convenient hours of shopping for travelers.
