For the first time in more than seven decades, drivers in Oregon are allowed to pump their own gas.

  • BigNote@lemm.ee
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    1 year ago

    How is having one attendant pumping gas for six vehicles faster than me pumping my own?

    Answer; it’s not. Source; I live in Oregon. Fun fact; due in part to this law, Oregon has relatively far fewer gas stations than other states, so picking another station often is not a viable option.

    • timetraveller@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I guess there is a difference in frequency. I fill up once every two weeks, at 510 miles to the tank. I tend to do it when I run an errand near a gas station that has the best quality gas, and the best prices. I tend to see the same attendants, and they are always on top of every car there, and have mine filling in no time flat.

      I do recognize that in the east, many cars would pull up and get only $5 in gas, very quickly, and then drive away. I get that scheduling a moment to stop and let someone fuel up your rocket-ship is a a little more of a hassle. But the last many years living in Oregon have been a blessing I’ll continue to look for.

      Thankfully attendants will still be available, and there is no penalty to the customer for getting “Full Service”, so we both can get what we desire.