(OK, you still have to pay taxes on it).
No matter where you live, heres how to save money on gas by buying groceries.
Grocery Stores With Fuel Rewards Programs
Grocery stores in every state offer fuel rewards programs.
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Find out about the options to save in your region.
Nationwide
These national chains offer fuel rewards programs.
Is there one near you?
Safeway grocery storesoffer fuel discounts through the Safeway for U rewards program.
For every $100 you spend on groceries you get 10 cents off per gallon.
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Currently,288 fuel stationsparticipate in the rewards program.
Simply register forSafeway for Uand keep track of your rewards throughthe mobile app.
Plus, for a 90-day script, you earn 75 fuel points.
Stop & Shopgives you 10 cents off per gallon for every $100 you spend.
you’re able to stack deals for up to $1.50 off per gallon.
Scan your Stop & Shop card at participatingShellorStop & Shopgas stations to redeem your savings.
These points have a shorter expiration date than most 30 days so plan your trips carefully!
Once you reach 100 points youve earned 10 cents off per gallon for up to 25 gallons.
you could redeem your points atAlbertsons Express stations.
Piggly Wiggly locations are scattered throughout 20 states, mostly in the Southeast and Midwest.
Southeast
These stores with gas rewards programs are located anywhere from Florida through the Carolinas.
Its easy to rack up fuel points with the freeIngles Advantage Card.
Every 100 points gets you 5 cents off per gallon atIngles Gas Expresslocations.
Sign up forAdvantageMailto be notified about extra savings events.
Just be sure to link your Lowes Food Gas Rewards and Speedy Rewards before you hit the pumps.
you’re able to redeem 300 Fuel Bucks for 5% off groceries up to $100.
Although Publix doesnt offer a consistent fuel rewards program, it does run frequent gas promotions in theWeekly Ad.
Northeast
Northeasterners, do you take advantage of any of these fuel rewards programs?
Redeem your points atparticipating Exxon or Mobil stationsby registering for theShaws for Urewards program.
When you sign up, you get $5 off your next purchase of $25 or more.
Get 10 cents off per gallon by earning 100 points.
Youll get 10 points for each one you use.
Bonus items throughout the store offer extra points.
Fuel discounts are good for up to 20 gallons at anyTops gas stationby scanning your Tops BonusPlus card.
It provides 5 cents off per gallon for every $100 you spend on groceries.
Use your discount at participatingSunoco stationsby scanning yourAdvantEdgecard.
Use your Shop N Save fuel discount at participatingSunoco stationsby scanning your Pump Perks card.
Scan your Shoppers card at the pump to receive your discount.
Hy-Vee offers fuel perkson select grocery items that vary weekly.
Located in Minnesota and Illinois, Cub Foods offers fuel discounts at participatingHoliday gas stationsthrough itsMy Cub Rewardscard.
Youll earn 10 cents off per gallon for every $100 spent.
For an SUV, you could save up to $30 on a 20 gallon tank.
West
The final frontier … of fuel rewards.
For every $100 you spend atQFC,youll receive 10 cents off per gallon.
QFC stores can be found in the state of Washington and the metro area of Portland, Oregon.
Use your rewards at QFC fuel centers or participatingShellstations by swiping your Advantage card.
How much can you redeem?
Stack your 10-cent discounts for up to $1 off per gallon.
Fred Meyer is located in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.
Purchase gift cards for double points and fill prescriptions for 25 bonus points.
Located in Arizona,Frys Foodoffers 10 cents off for every $100 you spend.
Use your Frys Food fuel rewards atCircle KandShellstations for up to $1 per gallon with 1000 points.
A Walmart + membership is $12.95 per month or $98 annually.
Member prices are available at Exxon, Mobil, Walmart and Murphy stations.
Membership also gets you access to Sams Club fuel centers.
After that, you earn 1% cash back.
Gas station eligibility is determined by Visa and includes Costco centers.
Costco memberships range from $60 to $120 annually, but the Visa card has no annual fee.
With the lowest annual membership fee just $50 per year Sams club membersare eligible for aSams Club Mastercard.
After that, you earn 1% cash back.
Here are some tips to help you maximize your savings with grocery store fuel rewards programs.
Better yet, buy gas gift cards and use them when you fuel up at a discounted price!
Beware of Expiration Dates
As awesome as fuel rewards are, they all expire eventually.
double-check to check the terms of your fuel rewards program and use your points before they expire.
Just verify this is permitted by your gas rewards program.
Some stores, such as Kroger, offer double fuel rewards on weekends.
It will probably be busy, but the savings might be worthwhile.
Other stores like Food City and Ingles offer additional rewards on weekdays.
Check your favorite store and plan your week for maximum savings.
Read the Fine Print
Any rewards programs will have asterisks.
Expiration dates vary a great deal, too.
Its always a good idea to check the FAQ section on the appropriate website to understand the particulars.
You might learn about some extra perks, too!
Other Ways to Save on Fuel
Some gas stations offer their own rewards programs.
Check out our list ofthe best gas station rewardsso you could save on fuel every time you fill up.
She covers lifestyle topics and money-saving strategies for The Penny Hoarder.
Reporting from former staffers Jacquelyn Pica and Jessica Gray is included in this report.