New App Feature Allows Professional Drivers to Start Diesel Pump, Pay for Fuel Transactions Directly from Phone
January 21 2021 - 9:40AM
Business Wire
TA upgrades mobile app with driver convenience
at top of mind
TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) has launched a new
feature to its TruckSmart mobile app, allowing professional drivers
to activate the diesel pumps and pay for fuel from the comfort of
their cabs. The new “PumpSmart” feature is designed to save drivers
time while fueling at TA, Petro Stopping Center or TA Express
locations.
The PumpSmart feature is available for UltraONE loyalty members
paying for fuel with commercial payment cards*. The app securely
stores members’ payment information and links to their UltraONE
profile, automatically applying loyalty points to a driver’s
account after fueling. TA plans to further enhance the PumpSmart
feature and expand payment options in the next several months.
This latest feature is one of several recent app enhancements
made by TA, as upgrading TruckSmart is a top priority as the
company continues its transformation journey. In October, TA
enhanced the app so drivers can redeem loyalty points at check out
straight from their phone without having to visit the kiosk. In
February, TA added enhanced shower flow and the ability to unlock
the shower door from the app.
In addition to the new features, drivers can use TruckSmart to
reserve and pay for parking and showers, and check their loyalty
rewards balances and Gear level. The app is available for free
download from the Google Play or AppStore on both Apple and Android
devices.
“We’re focused on enhancing the guest experience at TA and
serving professional drivers in a way they want to interact with
us, across every part of our business,” said Jon Pertchik, CEO of
TA. “Investing in technology is a major part of the revamped travel
center experience and our company transformation. We look forward
to growing our capabilities and focusing on convenience for all
travelers who visit us.”
*PumpSmart accepts most fleet payment cards. Consumer credit
cards not included in the app feature.
About TravelCenters of America
Inc. TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) is the
nation's largest publicly traded full-service travel center
network. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, its
nearly 20,000 employees serve customers in over 270 locations in 44
states and Canada, principally under the TA®, Petro Stopping
Centers® and TA Express® brands. Offerings include diesel and
gasoline fuel, truck maintenance and repair, convenience stores,
full-service and quick-service restaurants, car and truck parking
and other services and amenities dedicated to providing great
experiences for professional drivers and the general motoring
public. TravelCenters of America operates nearly 650 full-service
and quick-service restaurants and 10 proprietary brands, including
Quaker Steak and Lube®, Iron Skillet® and Country Pride®. For more
information, visit www.ta-petro.com.
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Tina Arundel TravelCenters of America 216-389-3028
tarundel@ta-petro.com
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