Your Gas Tank Is Robbing You: New Study Reveals Hidden Fees Every Time You Fill Up
If you’ve felt a sting at the pump lately, it might not just be global oil prices. A bombshell study from consumer advocacy group FairFuel dropped today, revealing that up to 12% of what you pay for gas goes to secret "processing fees" and "blending surcharges" buried in station contracts. That means on a $50 fill-up, you could be losing $6 to the station's pocket, not your car’s engine. Worse, the report found these fees spike on weekends when families are most likely to drive. Your wallet is getting drained by hidden costs, while station owners pocket cash you earned. Demand transparency or stop paying extra for air.