Red Rocket

Red Rocket got its start before the advent of fusion cells, and the influence of its initial reliance on fossil fuels remained even after it switched over to providing reactor fuel and coolant. By the time of the War, they held a virtual monopoly on the US East Coast, and their iconic stations can still be found in the wreckage of most communities. These range from tiny outposts, little more than a tattered awning over a depleted filling station, to massive truck stops with attached convenience stores and restaurants.

During its heyday, Red Rocket was highly concerned with its environmental reputation, as a way of differentiating themselves from the rapacious reputation of most energy companies of the time. This resulted in strong customer-care and waste-reduction policies, which were sometimes observed with lethal enthusiasm.

As the Resource Wars took their toll on the general economy and the energy market in particular, Red Rocket moved swiftly toward robotic staffing. By the time of the War, most of their locations were 100% automated. Some of them continue operating today, despite having no fuel in their tanks or food on their shelves.

History

Charleston, like other cities in the Southeast Commmonwealth, never developed a comprehensive public transit system. Instead, the area developed a car culture based around large trucks, a trend that continued up to the Great War as fusion energy became popular.

Red Rocket stations litter the Charleston area, and tend to be larger with sizeable storefronts attached to accommodate the volume of customers they served on a daily basis. They are also commonly located at Ultra-Super-Duper Stores in the parking lots after a partnership was formed between the corporations.