In a country like the United States, gasoline is one of the biggest expenses that goes toward your paycheck at the end of the month. The vast distances of the country mean that people spend many hours in their vehicles commuting to work, school, college, or even for leisure. For this reason, some established brands offer loyalty cards and programs that allow users to accumulate points and save money on gas at the end of the month. Shell Fuel Rewards, BPme Rewards, and Exxon Mobil Rewards+ are some of the apps that users recommend.
The Fuel Rewards program has three membership levels
The fact is, it never hurts to look for ways to make your money go further, which is why Shell Fuel Rewards, for example, explains its program this way: “The Fuel Rewards® program is a free gas rewards program that offers you savings of pennies per gallon on every fill-up. With three membership levels—Silver, Gold, and Platinum—you can access even more savings.” This aligns with other programs; tiers are common in these types of discounts. “Platinum, our top tier, offers discounts of 10 cents per gallon, access to VIP experiences, gift cards, and more. Combine your fuel savings with additional savings on everyday purchases, such as restaurants and online shopping, through hundreds of Fuel Rewards® partner offers to accumulate extra savings on your next tank of gas,” Shell Fuel Rewards explains.
It’s worth noting that these apps can also be used together to achieve greater savings. For example, with Upside, the user opens the app, searches for the cheapest gas station near their location, “claims” the offer, and pays with their usual card. After doing this, as part of the exchange, they upload a photo of the receipt and immediately receive up to 25 cents per gallon in cash back. Shell Fuel Rewards, for instance, is one of the most popular apps. Just by registering as a “Gold” member, you automatically save 5 cents per gallon. If you also buy items at the gas station’s convenience store, those savings can increase to 10 or 15 cents.
With Exxon Mobil Rewards+, the idea is to accumulate points for every gallon you fill up
At first glance, talking about pennies might seem insignificant, but by the end of the month, the savings really add up. Shell Fuel Rewards states: “When you dine, shop, or make everyday purchases at participating stores and restaurants, you earn savings of pennies per gallon on fuel, which you can use on your next fill-up once your rewards are posted to your account.” BPme Rewards is another option. It’s very useful if you travel around the city, as it takes 5 cents per gallon off every time you fill up. That’s not a bad deal for people who drive hundreds of miles each week.
The fact is, the market is vast, and new and improved systems will surely emerge over time. GasBuddy, for example, not only tells you who has the lowest price today, but also offers a free card that can be linked to your bank account and provides direct discounts at almost every station. With Exxon Mobil Rewards+, the idea is to accumulate points for every gallon you fill up. When you collect 100 points, you get $1 off your next fill-up. It’s also important to remember that if you’re a direct member of Costco, BJ’s, or Sam’s Club, you can also take advantage of benefits when refueling at their gas stations.
It’s important, therefore, to know about discounts and the different ways to reduce daily gas expenses. For many people and families, getting around town or the county without a car is almost unthinkable. And although hybrid and electric options are becoming increasingly common, gasoline (in all its forms) remains the primary fuel on the nation’s roads.