What You Should Know About Gas Rebate Cards

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Automobiles )



Gas rebate cards are becoming increasingly popular due to the constant rise in gas prices. Gas rebate cards greatly assist people in cutting back on gas expenses. This is because a certain amount of money is credited back to you monthly for the gas you purchase. The amount credited each month is only a very minimal amount; however, the more you gas up, the more money you save throughout the course of the year.

There are two kinds of gas rebate cards. One type of gas rebate card is issued by the gas company, and carries the merchant’s name. These cards can be used for purchases anywhere. Rebates will only however be given on gas that is obtained from a particular gas station branch.

The other type of gas rebate card allows you to load gas at any gas station. It offers rebates on gas purchased regardless of the gas station branch. Rebates are also given for any purchases made at restaurants, supermarkets and drug stores.

The thought of saving money on gas in the long run can prove to be appealing. There are however a number of factors you must consider:

Some gas companies provide a maximum cap on the amount of credit you can obtain annually.

If you obtain a gas rebate card that only allows you to use the card in a certain gas station branch, you must ensure that you visit this branch frequently.

It may also be worthwhile to find out how the method for payment of your rebate. When you make some purchases on your card, some card companies will use the rebate to partially pay for your credit balance. Other gas rebate card companies will pay you by check or gift check.

Gas rebates differ slightly from computer rebates wherein the latter gives you a rebate after you purchase your computer equipment, or instantly upon purchase.


All rights Reserved © Tradenet Services srl
Do not duplicate or redistribute in any form.