We’ve all asked a petrol pump employee to fill up with just ₹100 or ₹200 worth of fuel. It seems quick, simple, and reasonably priced. What if, however, this behavior is causing you to lose more money than you realize? You’ll be shocked when you find out the truth about this “small fill” method!
How To Check If You’re Getting Full Fuel
You can request a quantity check from the worker if you have any suspicions that you are not receiving the entire amount of fuel. In this test, the attendant adds a predetermined amount of fuel to a calibrated container. You can tell if you are not getting the complete amount of fuel if the container does not fill to the proper level.
Choose Trusted Fuel Stations
Try to refuel at a familiar and reliable gas station or petrol pump if at all possible. This is particularly crucial if you are visiting a new place. The likelihood of being defrauded at a respectable gas station with well-trained employees is much lower than at stations with little or no trained workers.
Avoid Rs 100 Or Rs 200 Fills
Avoid filling gas tanks with round-figure amounts like Rs 100, Rs 200, or Rs 500 as one of the first ways to prevent fraud. Although many consumers choose to pay with these usual denominations, some gas station or petrol pump attendants are accused of manipulating equipment to shortchange customers using these numbers.
Always Choose Digital Meters
Another important tip is to only use gas pumps with digital meters. Not only are older machines more likely to make mistakes, but they can also be tampered with. You run a greater risk of getting less fuel than you paid for when using outdated equipment, particularly if it hasn’t been calibrated or maintained correctly.
Use Card Or UPI Instead Of Cash
It is preferable to pay with a card or UPI if you do not have exact change. In the event of a dispute, this allows for more accurate transactions and an open digital trail.
Most Pumps Are Fair, But Stay Alert
To be fair, many gas stations run ethically, and not all of them participate in these activities. Nonetheless, a number of stations have been the target of complaints and even legal action for defrauding consumers. Therefore, even while confidence is helpful, a little judicious caution goes a long way.
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