The popular Racine PETRO truck stop in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, is now under new ownership. On March 19, 2025, the Willkomm family transferred ownership to TA PETRO Corporate.

The details: This change includes the TA Truck Service and the Blue Badger Bar & Grill located at 717 S. Sylvania Ave.

• The Willkomm family has run the truck stop since 1993, and became a PETRO franchisee in 1999.
• The Blue Badger Bar & Grill was added fairly recently, in 2020.
• Michael and Jim Willkomm expressed appreciation for their patrons over the years, mentioning that they've gone through many changes on the corner of Highway 20 & I-94.

What they're saying: "The transfer of ownership allows Michael and Jim Willkomm to focus on other businesses they own," the family shared in a letter, reported Willkomm Companies.

The big picture: The Willkomm family bids farewell to their truck stop as they embark on new ventures, while TA PETRO strengthens its network with the addition of this location.