Sonic News & Media

Sonic begins Live Free Fridays with freebies this summer

June 18, 2025

Beginning June 20, Sonic is launching Live Free Fridays, a weekly celebration with exclusive in-app offers, according to a press release.

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Sonic unveils Unicorn Dreams Slush, collectable straws

April 28, 2025

Sonic has unveiled the Unicorn Dreams Slush, which will available May 5 nationwide.

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Sonic teams up with Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie on 2 drinks

December 10, 2024

Sonic has teamed up with reality TC stars Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton on a drink collaboration, according to company news.

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Sonic partners becomes Official QSR of SEC

July 17, 2024

Sonic has partnered with the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and SEC Network as the Official Quick Service Restaurant of the SEC. The deal kicked off July 1 and…

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Sonic enters value game with $1.99 menu

July 2, 2024

Sonic is entering the value game with a $1.99 menu featuring new menu items as well as some fan favorites.

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Sonic offers Groovy Fries for $1 in June

June 5, 2024

Sonic Drive-In's new Groovy Fries and Groovy Sauce are now available at Sonic locations nationwide. The brand recently updated its fry recipe for the first…

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Sonic partners with Scripps National Spelling Bee by donating to finalists' schools

June 3, 2024

Sonic served as a premiere sponsor for the Scripps National Spelling Bee for a second straight year, according to a press release.

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Sonic debuts new fries

April 18, 2024

Sonic Drive-In is giving its iconic fries their first makeover in 10 years, according to a press release.

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Sonic celebrates total eclipse with LTO drink

March 20, 2024

Sonic Drive-In will celebrate the rare North American Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 with the launch of a Blackout Slush Float available nationwide beginning…

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QSRweb’s Top 10 most-clicked news in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

QSR dining remains a mainstay due to its lower price point and ease of service. We took a look at the top news stories over the past 12 months, and here's what…

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Sonic to match up to $1M in classroom donations

August 8, 2023

Sonic Drive-In has partnered with Reese's Book Club, a part of Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine, to support local schools across the country. The QSR brand…

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Sonic expands Georgia footprint with Atlanta opening

May 9, 2023

Sonic Drive-in has opened in Sandy Springs, Georgia, according to a press release.

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Sonic gears up for Teacher Appreciation Week

May 5, 2023

For teacher appreciation week, Sonic Drive-In has teamed up with award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph to help teachers get the materials they need in the…

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Sonic to open 1st Hawaii location

February 15, 2023

Sonic Drive-In will open its first location in Hawaii on Feb. 20. The unit will be located at 1110 Ho'okele Street in Kahului, Maui and is owned and operated…

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Sonic to donate $350K for classroom initiatives

December 5, 2022

Sonic Drive-In will donate $350,000 as part of its Limeades for Learning initiative to fund classroom projects submitted by local teachers across communities…

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Sonic releases pet line

October 4, 2022

Sonic Drive-In has released a pet line, according to a press release.

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Sonic releases sweet treat, savory snack returns

September 22, 2022

Sonic Drive-In has introduced Fried Cookie Dough Bites a la Mode and is reintroducing Broccoli Cheddar Tots, according to a press release. The menu items are…

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Sonic drops burger for bacon lovers

February 23, 2022

Sonic Drive-In is introducing a burger for bacon lovers. The Bacon on Bacon Quarter Pound Double Cheeseburger is available starting Feb. 28. Sonic app users…

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