Love's Travel Stops to acquire competitor

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is expanding its footprint.



The chain has reached an agreement to purchase Speedco, a national network of trucking-focused service locations from Bridgestone Americas.



Speedco has 52 locations. The acquisition will bring the number of Love’s operated tire service and lube facilities to 323. Terms of the deal, subject to regulatory approval, were not disclosed.



“Speedco is a strong commercial retail service business, and Love’s is the right partner to build on Speedco’s success and ensure a great future for Speedco employees,” said Bill Thompson, COO, Bridgestone Americas.