A study in South East Wales: The impact of superstores on petrol retailing

Abstract

Petrol retailing today is characterised by intense competition. In general South Wales is less affected by this than other areas; but the corner of south‐east Wales, containing both an Asda and a Carrefour, is not typical ‐ the innovative influence of these stores has had an effect on petrol retailing. The writer has found that, just as the reaction of independent shops in the area was to regard the competition as a threat, and just as it transpired that most shops soon recovered, so it appears that most garages have adjusted, and in some cases increased turnover may have resulted from the traffic generated in the valleys.

Citation

Cater, J. (1975), "A study in South East Wales: The impact of superstores on petrol retailing", Retail and Distribution Management, Vol. 3 No. 4, pp. 16-20. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb060366