New Stop in Laurel, Montana

Laurel sits along Interstate 90 at Exit 432, a route that sees steady traffic moving through southern Montana and the Billings area. The new store is positioned to give drivers a reliable stop in a region where parking can fill up fast.

What’s at this location:

• 21,532 square feet
• 177 truck parking spaces
• Nine diesel bays
• Seven showers
• Laundry facilities
• CAT Scale
• Dog park
• Self-checkout options
• Fresh food items prepared daily, including salads, sandwiches, and fruit
• Arby’s opening April 6

New Stop in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The Albuquerque location sits near the junction of Interstate 25 and Interstate 40, one of the Southwest’s busiest freight corridors connecting the West Coast, Midwest, and southern lanes.

What’s at this location:

• 10,457 square feet
• 39 truck parking spaces
• Five diesel bays
• Four showers
• Laundry facilities
• CAT Scale
• Dog park
• Self-checkout options
• Fresh food items prepared daily
• Dunkin’ opening April 6
• Subway opening April 6

Built for Current Needs and What’s Next

Both locations are set up with space for future EV charging. The company noted that this allows them to work with local utility providers and add chargers if demand picks up.

Community Contributions

To mark the openings, the company is supporting local organizations in each area:

• Laurel: $5,000 to Community Hope of Laurel and $5,000 to Shodair Children’s Hospital
• Albuquerque: $5,000 split between Lowell Elementary School and East San Jose Elementary School, plus $5,000 to UNM Children’s Hospital

What This Means on the Road

Parking continues to be one of the biggest daily challenges. Adding more than 200 spaces across two high-traffic regions gives drivers more flexibility when planning stops, especially along long-haul routes that cross multiple regions.

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According to Pilot, the latest openings reflect an ongoing focus on improving stop options for freight haulers and everyday travelers alike.

“Pilot is committed to creating exceptional experiences for professional drivers and everyday travelers alike,” Pilot said. “We’re helping you make the most of your miles with new travel centers now open in Chicopee, Mass, and Ponce de Leon, Fla.”

Chicopee, Massachusetts, adds a second Pilot location

The new Chicopee travel center is located just off I-90 at 357 Burnett Rd., placing it directly along a key New England freight route. This marks Pilot’s second location in Massachusetts and is positioned to serve regional traffic and drivers moving loads across state lines.

“Whether you’re hauling freight across New England or heading home after a long day, Pilot’s new Chicopee location, conveniently located off I-90 at 357 Burnett Rd., is designed to provide what you need,” Pilot said. “This is Pilot’s second travel center to open in Massachusetts.”

Amenities at the Chicopee location include
• 25 dedicated truck parking spaces
• 7 diesel lanes
• Clean restrooms and private showers
• A hot and cold deli with options such as Pilot pizza and chicken tenders
• Fully stocked beverage coolers
• Four self-checkouts for faster transactions
• Mobile fueling and in-app offers through the Pilot app

“Our team is excited to welcome drivers to the new Pilot in Chicopee,” said Brandon Ohler, region manager. “Whether it’s for a quick break or a longer stay, we’re proud to be here for the people who keep New England moving.”

Ponce de Leon strengthens coverage in the Florida Panhandle

Pilot’s second opening brings a large-scale travel center to Ponce de Leon, Florida, located at 2923 Highway 81 near I-10 exit 96. The site adds significant parking and services in an area heavily used by long-haul traffic moving east and west across the Panhandle.

“Our newest location in the Florida Panhandle is built to help fuel your journey,” Pilot said. “Located at 2923 Hwy. 81, just off exit I-10 at exit 96, this Ponce de Leon stop has plenty of amenities.”

Features at the Ponce de Leon location include
• 87 dedicated truck parking spaces
• 8 diesel lanes
• Clean restrooms and private showers
• Public laundry facilities
• A hot and cold deli with grab-and-go meals
• Fully stocked beverage coolers
• Four self-checkouts
• Mobile fueling and Pilot app rewards

“Pilot’s new Ponce de Leon location was designed with our guests in mind,” says Mark Hasse, region manager. “We’re proud to offer a clean, comfortable place to rest, refuel, and recharge. Our team looks forward to serving the Panhandle community and everyone passing through for years to come.”

Education support is included with each opening.

Pilot tied both grand openings to community giving through its Miles of Good program, with education as the focus.

“We believe in working shoulder-to-shoulder with the communities we serve,” Pilot said. “Through Pilot’s giving program, Miles of Good, we have championed education by donating to hundreds of public schools across North America.”

To mark the store openings, Pilot donated $20,000 to Chicopee Public Schools in Massachusetts and $20,000 to the Holmes District School Board serving students in Ponce de Leon, Florida.

“This funding helps ensure students have what they need to inspire curiosity, strengthen learning, and create opportunities to help them thrive,” Pilot said. “By funding public schools, Pilot is proud to support the next generation.”

Built for the road ahead

Pilot said these openings are part of a broader effort to expand parking availability, improve amenities, and offer consistent stops along major freight corridors.

“These two new store openings are part of our commitment to give you more quality amenities, more convenience, and more reasons to take a comfortable break from the road,” Pilot said. “Whether you’re a professional driver supporting America’s supply chain or a family heading out on an adventure, Pilot is here to be your trusty wingman. See you out here.”

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With these additions, Love’s finishes the year having opened 18 new locations nationwide and added 1,408 truck parking spaces to its network, continuing its push to expand parking capacity along major freight corridors.

New Locations Along Busy Freight Routes

The Eloy travel stop becomes Love’s 18th location in Arizona and sits just off Interstate 10, a heavily traveled east west corridor for long haul freight. The Milan Township store is Love’s 28th location in Ohio, located off Interstate 90 between Toledo and Cleveland near Lake Erie.

Both locations were built with professional drivers in mind, offering expanded parking, food options, and driver focused amenities.

What Drivers Will Find in Eloy, Arizona

The Eloy location brings one of the larger parking expansions among Love’s 2025 openings. Features include:

• 129 truck parking spaces
• Eight diesel bays
• Six showers
• Laundry facilities
• CAT Scale
• 10 bobtail parking spaces
• Dog park
• Self checkout options
• Love’s Fresh Kitchen
• Dunkin’
• Wendy’s
• Truck wash scheduled to open January 2026

The Eloy travel stop also added 113 local jobs.

Looking ahead, the site will include five EV charging stations, funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, with an expected opening in spring 2026.

What’s Available in Milan Township, Ohio

The Milan Township travel stop adds another strong parking option for drivers running northern Ohio routes. Features at this location include:

• 111 truck parking spaces
• Eight diesel bays
• Seven showers
• Laundry facilities
• CAT Scale
• Dog park
• Self checkout options
• Love’s Fresh Kitchen
• Hardee’s

The Milan Township store added 65 local jobs. While EV charging stations are not yet installed, space has been allocated to allow for future partnerships with local utility companies if customer demand increases.

Giving Back to Local Communities

To mark the grand openings, Love’s made donations to community organizations in both locations.

In Eloy, donations included 2,500 dollars to Eloy Junior High School, 2,500 dollars to Toltec Elementary School, and 5,000 dollars to Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

In Milan Township, donations included 2,500 dollars to Edison Birthplace Association Inc., 2,500 dollars to Norwalk Area Food Bank, and 5,000 dollars to University Hospitals Babies and Children’s Hospital.

More Parking as 2026 Approaches

For drivers, the takeaway is straightforward. More parking, more fuel bays, and more places to stop along major highways as the industry heads into the new year. With parking shortages still a daily challenge, the additional capacity added by Love’s in 2025 provides some relief on heavily traveled routes.

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For drivers running routes through the Midwest, the Findlay stop at 11471 State Route 613W has been redesigned from the ground up with truckers in mind. The site now features 80 dedicated truck parking spaces, clean showers, and public laundry facilities. There’s also a Taco Bell on-site, along with a deli offering both hot and cold meal options that make it easier to grab a quick bite between runs.

The Findlay location now includes three self-checkout stations to cut down on wait times, plus mobile fueling and exclusive driver rewards through the Pilot app.

Down south in Eagle Pass, Texas, Pilot’s newest stop at 4392 El Indio Highway brings even more to the table for drivers hauling through the Lone Star State. This location adds 85 truck parking spaces and eight diesel lanes designed to keep fueling fast and efficient. Inside, drivers will find the same clean showers, laundry access, and deli options that make Pilot a trusted stop across the country. Four self-checkouts make for quick in-and-out trips, and mobile fueling through the Pilot app offers extra convenience and perks.

Between the two locations, Pilot’s latest openings are helping to close the gap in truck parking availability, one of the biggest challenges professional drivers face on the road.

With hundreds of locations nationwide, Pilot continues to upgrade and expand its network to make life easier for drivers who keep America moving.

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New Travel Centers Added Across the U.S. and Canada

Pilot’s latest additions include a mix of new builds and dealer locations that continue to strengthen its coast-to-coast presence. Drivers can now pull into:

• Pilot #1439 in Port Allen, Louisiana
• Pilot #1382 in Hudson, Colorado
• Xpress Fuel #1312 in Vinton, Texas
• Shell Flying J #851 in Monte Creek, British Columbia
• Two new dealer-operated Pilots in Perris, California, and Cedar Grove, Wisconsin

These locations add more convenience and coverage for long-haul and regional drivers alike.

Travel Center Upgrades That Go Beyond the Basics

It’s not just about new openings—Pilot is investing in the experience at many of its existing sites. Eleven locations were remodeled during Q2, offering better amenities, updated layouts, and an overall improved stop for drivers.

• Fort Pierce, FL (Pilot #90)
• Benton, AR (Pilot #118)
• Klamath Falls, OR (Pilot #504)
• Madera, CA (Pilot #365)
• Chemult, OR (Pilot #133)
• Paducah, KY (Pilot #358)
• Plymouth, IN (Pilot #198)
• Erie, PA (Pilot #311)
• Pearl, MS (Flying J #678)
• Ogden, UT (Flying J #744)
• Clint, TX (Xpress Fuels #1262)

Each of these sites now reflects a higher standard of comfort, safety, and service that drivers count on when they’re away from home.

Leading the Way with Biodiesel

Pilot is also taking a forward-looking step by making clean fuel more accessible to the trucking community. Two of its travel centers—located in Decatur, Illinois, and Des Moines, Iowa—are now home to the country’s first retail B99 biodiesel pumps for commercial drivers. That means lower emissions without sacrificing performance.

Putting Drivers and Guests First

“We are going the extra mile this summer to ensure we continue to create exceptional experiences for the over 1.2 million guests we serve every day,” said Brad Anderson, president, retail at Pilot. “Our purpose is showing people they matter at every turn, and that starts with our team members working across our network and continues with our investments in retail, to grow and update our industry-leading network of stores to meet the needs of our guests and the communities we serve.”

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