Gas Station of the Future: A Perspective on AI/ML and IoT in Retail Downstream

Wrick Talukdar ()

European Journal of Technology, 2021, vol. 5, issue 1, 1-14

Abstract: Purpose: The gas station of the future is poised to transform from a simple fuel dispensing center into an intelligent retail hub, driven by advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT). This paper explores how technology is reshaping the retail downstream sector while briefly addressing the upstream and midstream segments. By leveraging AI/ML for predictive analytics, dynamic pricing, personalized customer engagement, and IoT for real-time monitoring and automation, the future gas station will redefine the fuel retail experience. Additionally, this paper incorporates statistics, AI/ML core technical concepts, mathematical formulations, case studies, and a proposed framework for a fully autonomous gas station. Materials and Methods: The study methodologically integrates technical explanations of predictive models, simulation-based reinforcement learning, and IoT architectures to assess their impact on demand forecasting, dynamic pricing, customer personalization, and operational efficiency. By synthesizing mathematical formulations, real-world applications, and a proposed AI-governed ecosystem, the paper offers a practical, forward-looking perspective on the evolution of smart fuel retailing. Findings: The proposed framework enables fuel retailers to reduce operational costs, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance customer satisfaction through intelligent automation. Additionally, the shift toward autonomous gas stations signals a broader industry trend requiring new workforce skills, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability strategies. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: As AI-driven technologies become foundational to retail fuel infrastructure, businesses that adopt these innovations early will gain a significant competitive edge in efficiency, profitability, and customer loyalty.

Keywords: Gas Station; AI; ML; Retail; IoT; Automation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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