TA and Relay Payments partner to launch fraud-free digital fuel payments

At TA, Petro, and TA Express locations across the country, drivers and fleets can now pay for diesel and DEF digitally.
Dec. 4, 2025

Key takeaways

  • Relay Payments are now accepted at TA, Petro, and TA Express for diesel and DEF, streamlining fleet fueling.
  • Cardless, digital payments reduce fuel-card fraud and simplify operations for drivers and fleet managers.
  • The Relay app helps drivers locate fueling stations along routes.

TravelCenters of America (TA) and Relay Payments recently announced that Relay is now accepted at TA, Petro Stopping Centers, and TA Express locations across the U.S.

The company provides a cardless, digital payment solution that enables drivers and fleets to pay for diesel fuel and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) at the pump and in-store. Participating locations are searchable in the Relay app to help drivers locate fueling options along their routes.

Key features of the partnership:

  • Cardless, digital fuel payments for diesel and DEF
  • Available at TA, Petro Stopping Centers, and TA Express locations nationwide
  • Locations searchable via the Relay app for route convenience
  • Streamlined operations with reduced risk of fuel-card fraud
  • 24/7/365 U.S.-based customer support

“Our carrier customers have been asking for Relay acceptance at TA,” Michael Stuewe, SVP of fleet sales at TravelCenters of America, stated. “Now, we’re delivering on that with Relay's digital fuel payments that make fueling quicker, easier, and more secure.”

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This piece was created with the assistance of generative AI tools and was edited by our content team for clarity and accuracy.

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