San Antonio, TX (September 5, 2024) VP Racing Fuels, Inc., recognized worldwide as the leader in performance fuel products and innovative retail, today announced the opening of its first gas station in Maryland, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion efforts. The new station, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is the result of a strategic collaboration with Shipley Energy, a trusted provider of energy services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
The licensed agreement between VP Racing and Shipley Energy will bring high-performance fuel options to automotive enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike. This Maryland location will offer a variety of VP Racing’s renowned fuels, including specialty blends designed for high-performance vehicles and traditional fuel options for standard vehicles.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Shipley Energy to bring our first VP Racing retail location to Maryland,” said Nick Benis, Northeast Sales Manager – Branded Retail for VP Racing. “Our licensed agreement with Shipley Energy allows us to leverage their extensive experience in energy distribution to ensure our customers receive the highest quality fuels and services.”
The new station will offer customers premium fuel options and feature VP Racing’s full range of automotive products, including motor oils, additives, and performance chemicals. The station is designed with convenience in mind, offering a modern, user-friendly experience that includes a well-stocked convenience store, made-to-order food options, and a clean, welcoming environment. With this and its eight previously opened VP stations in Pennsylvania, Shipley Energy, known for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, sees this partnership as a natural extension of its service offerings.
“We are excited to continue partnering with VP Racing Fuels, bringing on additional locations in the Northeast Region,” said Joshua Rode, General Manager at Shipley Fuels Marketing. “We share a commitment to quality and performance, and we’re excited to bring VP Racing to our customers in Maryland.”
“The decision to brand the location with VP Racing was easy,” said dealer Furrukh Jamil Malik. “My goal was to introduce something new and unique that isn't currently available in the state of Maryland. After careful consideration, I chose the VP Racing brand due to its reputation as a high-performance fuel that remains competitively priced.”
The opening of this location is part of VP Racing Fuels’ broader strategy to expand its retail presence across the United States. The company plans to continue licensing established energy providers like Shipley Fuels Marketing to bring its retail branding program to new markets.
The new VP Racing Fuels gas station in Hagerstown, Maryland, is now open to the public, providing a one-stop shop for fuel, automotive products, and convenience items.
For more information about VP and its products for racers, enthusiasts, and general consumers, visit vpracingfuels.com.
About VP Racing
VP Racing is best known as the World Leader in Fuel Technology®, fueling champions in virtually every form of motorsport on land, sea, and air since 1975. VP is the Official Racing Fuel of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, MotoAmerica, World Racing Group, World of Outlaws, Fanatec GT World Challenge America, AMA Supercross, American Flat Track, SCORE, USAC, NMCA/NMRA, and more than 60 sponsored series and sanctioning bodies. VP is also the official performance coolant of IMSA, American Flat Track, and ATVMX.
VP also sells a full line of consumer products, including ethanol-free VP outdoor equipment fuels formulated for 2 and 4-cycle outdoor power equipment, lubricants, VP Madditive® automotive performance additives, Stay Frosty® performance coolants, car appearance products, and accessories through national home improvement, automotive parts, and online retailers. The company also offers a program to independent operators of convenience stores and gas stations, car wash, quick lube, and marinas to brand as VP Racing and resell the company’s race fuel and a full range of automotive performance and outdoor small engine products. For more information, visit VPRacingFuels.com.
About Shipley Energy
Shipley Energy is a leading energy supplier serving customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. With a focus on providing reliable energy solutions and exceptional customer service, Shipley Energy offers a wide range of products including heating oil, propane, electricity, natural gas, and more.
Shipley Energy’s award-winning team has been serving customers for over 90 years, and the company has been recognized as a NextDoor Neighborhood Fave for three consecutive years. Shipley Energy was recently named a “Best Place to Work in PA” and awarded the John A. Arnold Safety Award. For more information, visit https://www.ShipleyEnergy.com.
VP Racing Media Contact: Bob Merz, 832.244.6305 or bob.merz@vpracingfuels.com
VP Racing Sales Contact: Nick Benis, 610.400.9434, nick.benis@vpracingfuels.com
Shipley Energy Media Contact: Laura Greenholt, 717.968.5468, lgreenholt@shipleyenergy.com