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TravelCenters of America Adds New Location in Morris, Illinois

WESTLAKE, Ohio--TravelCenters of America LLC (AMEX: TA) announced it has acquired its 235th travel center location in Morris, Illinois. Formerly the Romines Truck Stop, the 39 acre site is branded TA and is located along I-80 at Exit 112 on Route 47.

At the new Morris location, customers can enjoy a meal at the 250 seat R Place Restaurant, one of the largest and busiest restaurants in the travel center industry. R Place is famous for its made from scratch cooking, large variety of specialty dishes, seasonal decor and in-house bakery. Kathie Romines and her entire crew will continue on serving customers within the TA. There is also a 30-seat quick-service food court that features a Quiznos Subs restaurant.

In addition, a well-stocked 2,000 sq. ft. store open 24 hours, seven days a week offers a wide selection of competitively-priced products, snacks and brand name beverages.

Professional drivers will find that TA Morris conveniences include seven diesel lanes, a 200 space truck parking area and certified weigh scales. Driver amenities also include a lounge area, a game room, a laundry room, and five showers. TA Morris participates in the RoadKing Club rewards program so club members will be able to earn points on qualifying purchases.

TA Morris also offers BP-branded gasoline and diesel for cars and RVs with five motorist fueling positions and 143 parking spaces.

Within a short time, TA will upgrade the Morris location with a number of signature TA services such as CafeExpress, Pronto Pay, WiFi and more.

About TravelCenters of America, LLC

TravelCenters of America (TA), headquartered in Westlake, Ohio is a leading national chain of travel centers in 41 states and Canada under the TravelCenters of America and Petro brands. With convenient locations on interstate exits, TA offers its customers diesel and gasoline fueling services, full and quick-service restaurants, heavy truck maintenance services, 24-hour convenience stores, electronic communication (WiFi) and other services -- all within large, high traffic facilities. For more information on TravelCenters of America, please visit www.travelcenters.com