Credit cards offer superior legal protection against unauthorized charges.

Wiggle the card reader before inserting your card; if it is loose, do not use it. 🚀 How to Maximize Your Gas Purchases

Stations do this to offset the processing fees charged by credit card companies.

Gas pumps are prime targets for criminals who install "skimmers"—small devices placed over the card reader to steal your magnetic stripe data. Stick to pumps close to the building.

To get the absolute most out of your spending at the pump, follow these quick strategies.