ORLANDO, Fla. – AAA says gas prices spiked another 31 cents this week, pushing the statewide average to $4.46 a gallon. In Flagler County, it’s even higher at $4.54.
One big reason: despite President Trump declaring a ceasefire with Iran, we’re learning tankers still don’t feel safe traveling through the Strait of Hormuz—a critical route that normally moves about one out of every three gallons of oil in the world. With no clear end in sight, many of you have asked: “How can I save on gas?”
Since it matters to you, it matters to us—so News 6’s Ashley Garrett went on the hunt and dug into three apps that promise real relief.
1) BP: Earnify (Amazon Prime perk, too)
BP’s savings tool is the Earnify app. When you search “BP” you may see more than one option—look for Earnify. After you register, you can get 5 cents off per gallon right away. The app also starts you with points in your wallet, often 250 points. You can track and use those points toward additional savings. And an extra bonus: Amazon Prime members can save 10 cents per gallon at BP through Earnify.
2) Circle K: Deals inside the app (plus a Fuel Day promo)
You can also download the Circle K app thru Apple or Google Play, and then be sure to tap the word “Deals.” You’ll see offers you can activate. One example available now, advertises up to 40 cents off per gallon, but you do need to fill up four times to unlock it. Also important: you must be a registered Inner Circle member. You can sign up inside the app .Also: Circle K is promoting a Fuel Day deal on Thursday, May 7th, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. In the app, go to Deals, then look for “Circle K Fuel Day.”
3) 7-Eleven: Instant discount when you register + bigger Thursday deal
Download the 7-Eleven app. After you register, the app may load you with starter points, often 800 points. Tap the Fuel option to see the price at participating stations. Wednesday’s example showed $4.59/gallon, but with the app discount it dropped by 11 cents to $4.48/gallon. And looking ahead: 7-Eleven says Thursday brings an even better deal—50 cents off per gallon. How to get it: Text ALL IN to 711-711 on every 7th and 11th of the month through July 11th.
Here’s another tip. If you go to Wawa, buying food and fueling up thru it’s app also earns you points that can cut your gas cost by 15 to 30 cents/gallon.
Bottom line: Gas prices are rising fast, but app-based discounts—especially time-limited promos—can help take the edge off.