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larrymo · 02-05-2023, 02:35 PM

With various fuel programs ending for RVers, what fuel programs are still available for RVers?

Main goal is to be able to turn on the diesel pump at Truck stops without the round trip inside to the cashier.

BobGed · 02-05-2023, 02:41 PM

Two of the popular ones.

OpenRoads (TSD) app

Mudflap app

larrymo · 02-05-2023, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by BobGed

Two of the popular ones.

OpenRoads (TSD) app

Mudflap app

With Mudflap, do you still have to go in to see the cashier?

BobGed · 02-05-2023, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by larrymo

With Mudflap, do you still have to go in to see the cashier?

Yes an inconvenience, but if you use a cash back or rewards credit card you can sometimes get a better deal than OpenRoads provides.

95f5334j · 02-05-2023, 05:53 PM

Last time looked, the Escapees diesel and gas discount program is still active.

Suburbazine · 02-05-2023, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 95f5334j

Last time looked, the Escapees diesel and gas discount program is still active.

Nope, Escapees (Fuel Access Network) had their membership revoked on the 2nd. I'm guessing because they didn't maintain 10,000 active accounts.

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We are writing to notify you that the Escapees RV Club RV Fuel Discount Program powered by Fuel Access Network has ended as of this mailing, February 2, 2023. We were excited to collaborate with Escapees on this program to bring fuel discounts to RVers. Unfortunately, there were issues we were unable to overcome in the delivery of everything we wanted to offer. It was in the best interest of everyone including you, the end-user, to close the program. Renewals will not be charged and the cards have been closed.
We want to thank you for the support you’ve shown us over the last year. We hope you’ll continue to give Escapees and their programs your support as they are always looking for the best outcome for their membership.
Annual members will be receiving pro-rated refunds along with new monthly members that signed up in January 2023. More information will follow on how refunds will proceed.
If you have any questions about your account, please contact us at support@mdshosted.com (best option) or leave a message with our auto-receptionist at 412.218.2556.

Toby Dog · 02-06-2023, 03:33 AM

At least where we travel Mudflap is not a player.
TA currently has the best Open Roads discounts with Love's barely in the game.

larrymo · 02-06-2023, 02:54 PM

Received the same email as Suburbazine.

Can't help but wonder how long TSD will still be good before I sign up with them?

saddlesore · 02-06-2023, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by larrymo

Received the same email as Suburbazine.

Can't help but wonder how long TSD will still be good before I sign up with them?

I Wouldn't be concerned with the rumors..They are Just That..ie :Rumors.. With No Basis of Fact to back them up..

Both TSD-Open Roads and Mudflap are based on financially secure business Models..

BayRunner · 02-06-2023, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by saddlesore

I Wouldn't be concerned with the rumors..They are Just That..ie :Rumors.. With No Basis of Fact to back them up..

Both TSD-Open Roads and Mudflap are based on financially secure business Models..

Agreed…No sense worrying about and trying to find a solution to a problem that dos not exist. As of Today, TSD is active for RV’s.

Dennis123 · 02-06-2023, 04:52 PM

How bout gas buddy?

larrymo · 02-06-2023, 05:51 PM

Quick check on Gas Buddy:

Cons
It works at 95% of gas stations, but it doesn’t work at some major ones like Exxon, Mobil, Costco, Sam’s Club, Walmart, and a few others. They also have a maximum of $75 fill-up per day, which can be really limiting when you drive a diesel. If you are doing a lot of driving, there is a limit of $300 per week too (which is only $42 per day).

Seems a bit limited for a Class A diesel needing 50+ gallons of fuel at that days prices.

ArtJoyce · 02-06-2023, 06:18 PM

I have Mud Flap, it does meet your requirement. You have to go inside to give them your code to start the pump and later to pay. But I have gotten good savings.

wog099 · 02-06-2023, 09:51 PM

I use the Good Sam Pilot/Flying J "RV Plus charge card" at the pumps and receive a discount and do not need to go inside. I assume this is still valid; I've been stuck at home for about two months so haven't used it recently.
Thanks,