Lately I've noticed that a lot of gas stations where customers want to pay with cash require that you pay before pumping.
I can't say for sure that this is a direct result of the high gas prices, but it seems like it would certainly put a stop to those tempted to drive off without paying.
As gas prices continue to rise, the risk of people not paying also increases. So the correlation seems to make sense.
I'm just wondering what anyone else thinks on the subject. Have you noticed more stations requiring you to pre-pay?
Nah. I haven't noticed. I always pay with a credit card. I get %2 cash back on purchases from gas stations through my credit card company.
Prepay is nothing new. It's cheap insurance against drive offs. Besides the customer does all the work.