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Love's opens two locations, adding 206 truck parking spaces

Love's Travel Stops has expanded with two new locations in Wichita, Kansas, and Hattiesburg, Mississippi. These openings increase the number of Love's locations to over 650 nationwide.

Why it matters: Truckers now have 206 more parking spots available, thanks to these additions.

Details: The Wichita store is one of Love's largest, boasting 122 truck parking spaces, including spots for bobtail trucks.

  • Located off I-135 at 1504 E. 21st Street.
  • Amenities include a Speedco truck wash, nine diesel bays, seven showers, and both Dunkin' Donuts and Arby's restaurants opening soon.
  • Additional facilities include laundry, a CAT scale, and a dog park.

The Hattiesburg location adds 84 truck parking spaces where a national travel stop was previously unavailable.

  • Conveniently situated off I-59 and Highway 98 at 283 Ira Hudson Road.
  • Includes an Arby's restaurant, eight diesel bays, five showers, laundry, and a dog park.
  • Measures over 10,000 square feet, offering necessary amenities for drivers.

Both locations are designed with truckers in mind, providing essential services and a welcome place to rest. This is a step forward in addressing the ongoing need for more truck parking across the nation.

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