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NACS is previewing an upcoming education session arguing that supply involves far more than just meeting demand. The session will apparently explore broader supply-side factors such as logistics, sourcing and operations beyond simple demand-matching. Details of the event, including speakers and timing, are not yet available.

NACS is previewing an upcoming education session examining the food and beverage trends expected to influence the convenience retail industry by 2027. The session will look at how shifting consumer tastes in snacks, drinks and ready-to-eat options are likely to reshape convenience store offerings over the next few years, as retailers prepare for evolving customer demand.

Mercedes-Benz is updating the electric G 580 for the 2027 model year, adding a native NACS charging port so the boxy off-roader can plug directly into Tesla's Supercharger network across North America. The update also brings improved driving range, addressing one of the main criticisms of the current model. Coverage highlights the changes as part of the industry's broader shift toward the NACS standard.