Amazon Prime Members Get a Fuel Savings Boost
A New Perk for Prime Members
Amazon is stepping up its game for Prime members with an exciting new benefit that promises to lighten the load at the gas pump. Starting this week, those who subscribe to Amazon Prime can enjoy a discount of 10 cents per gallon on fuel purchases at approximately 7,000 gas stations across the United States.
Where Can You Save?
The participating locations include BP, Amoco, and ampm stations. This means that whether you’re filling up your sedan or your SUV, you can take advantage of this perk at thousands of convenient spots nationwide.
How It Works
To access these savings, members must create an Earnify account and link it to their Amazon profile. The process is straightforward: when purchasing gas at eligible stations, simply enter your phone number or use a linked payment method. Alternatively, you can utilize the Earnify app for seamless transactions.
According to Amazon’s announcement on their website, both Amazon and Earnify contribute 5 cents each per gallon towards this discount—totaling a solid 10 cents off every gallon purchased. This offer applies across all fuel grades without any restrictions on minimum or maximum gallons purchased.
A Strategic Move in Competitive Waters
This initiative comes as part of Amazon’s ongoing efforts to enhance value for its Prime subscribers. Jamil Ghani, Vice President of Amazon Prime, expressed enthusiasm about introducing fuel savings as one of the most sought-after benefits among consumers today: “We’re constantly looking to add more value for Prime members… we’re excited to give this to them.”
Interestingly enough, Walmart has been offering similar gas savings through its paid membership program for some time now. With rising competition in e-commerce and retail memberships heating up—especially between giants like Walmart and Target—Amazon’s latest move could be seen as a strategic response aimed at retaining customer loyalty.
Earnify: A New Player in Fuel Rewards
The Earnify app was launched by BP earlier this month with aspirations of providing users with an integrated rewards experience both at the pump and inside stores. By partnering with platforms like Amazon Prime, they aim not only to attract more users but also enhance customer satisfaction through tangible savings.
Current Gas Prices: A Contextual Look
As consumers navigate these new discounts from major retailers like Amazon and Walmart amidst fluctuating fuel prices nationwide—a gallon of regular gasoline averaged $3.155 according to AAA data released late Wednesday afternoon—a notable decrease from previous months (down over 1.6% compared to last month). In fact, prices have dropped significantly since last year by about 11%.
For context’s sake: back in mid-June 2022—the peak period during which Americans faced record-high prices—the average cost soared past $5 per gallon (specifically hitting $5.016). Today’s figures reflect not just relief but also highlight how competitive pricing strategies are becoming increasingly vital amid economic fluctuations.
Conclusion
With rising costs affecting everyday expenses—from groceries to gasoline—Amazon’s introduction of fuel discounts represents more than just another perk; it signifies an evolving landscape where consumer loyalty hinges on added value propositions such as these discounts that make life just a little bit easier (and cheaper) for everyday drivers across America.
So if you’re already enjoying your membership perks from streaming shows or free shipping on orders—you might want to fill up soon!
