Driver can find the cheapest gas prices by using an app to search for the lowest prices in their area. Some apps such as Gas Guru take note of your location, and provide a list of gas stations nearby, along with the cost of gas currently being sold at each station.

Is it possible to improve a vehicle's fuel efficiency?

There are things you can do to slightly improve the fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Make sure your car's tires are properly inflated, and treat your engine to regular tune-ups. Check your engine's air filter, since a dirty air filter will compromise fuel economy.

Why must drivers shut off their engine before pumping gas?

Drivers must shut their engine off before pumping gas because it's illegal to fuel with the engine running, even though this law isn't always aggressively enforced. Pumping gas with the engine running can compromise your safety. When your car's engine is running, it's possible for its catalytic converters to generate heat that could ignite gasoline, and start a fire.

Can cell phones ignite a gasoline vapor fire?

Even though many gas stations have warnings advising you not to use your cell phone while fueling, the chances of cell phones igniting a gasoline vapor fire are extremely remote. However, fires at the gas pump may be caused by static electricity discharge. For safe fueling, it's recommended that you turn off your car's engine and avoid smoking at the pump. Also, you should never re-enter your vehicle while refueling.

Why are gas prices not uniform, even across same-brand stations?

Many factors contribute to the lack of uniformity in gas prices. Retailers consider their tax responsibilities when setting gas prices. States place varying taxes on gasoline retailers, and a state with higher taxes will have higher gas prices than a state in which the taxes are lower. Also, if a gas station is located in an especially competitive area, a branded operator may receive wholesale discounts that allow the station to sell gas at a lower price. This is done by brands to keep their gas competitive in tight markets.

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Chevron

Richard H. rated

Typical chevron station. Easy on and off the five freeway. Bathrooms are pretty clean. It's what you expect with chevron

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D M. rated

Guy at desk knows how to handle a crowd. Service is quick and to the point. Gas is cheap and multiple ways to exit.

Chevron

Tracy A. rated

After paying $28.76 on my credit card for gas this morning, I was notified by my card company that an additional charge was applied to my credit card for $101. I was told by Mr. Chow, the Mgr at Chevron, that the $101 was a pre-authorization charge and should drop off my account within 5 days.. WTH? I'm told by Chevron they charge this $101 pre-authorization so that people with SUV's and large trucks can fuel at the pump without coming inside... My car holds 16 gallons and costs just under $50 to fill with mid-grade. I resent the fact that Chevron has submitted a pending charge against my credit card for this additional $101 (It makes no difference that the charge will be removed within 5 days) I should not be forced to have additional $$$ pre-authorized against my credit card so that people with bigger tanks have the convenience of paying at the pump. I'm told if I don't want the pre-authorization against my card, I must come inside, stand in the long line, and pay the cashier. I AM DISABLED. Paying at the pump is not a convenience for me, it's a necessity, and now I have to get my disabled body into the store to stand in line to avoid the $101 temporary charge against my card so that people with SUV's and large trucks don't have to come inside to pay??? I will not be coming back as they have made it too difficult for me as a disabled individual to make a purchase without having my credit card tied up with a temporary charge in a large amount. I asked for their corporate number so I could file a complaint and was refused. Mr Chow told me that they would only tell me the same thing as he. He was quite upset, yelling at me, telling me I wasn't listening to him. After much persistence he gave me a number, not their corporate number, but a number for another Chevron Station. Absolutely horrible customer service, and complete disregard for their disabled patrons. FAIL.FAIL.FAIL I would give them a 0 rating if I could.

Chevron

Natalie T. rated

clean gas

love their service and fuel