How to Use Your AAA Discount at Gas Stations

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Here's how to save money on gas with your AAA Membership:

• Save with Shell® Fuel Rewards®: Get complimentary Gold Status and save 30 cents per gallon on your first fill-up, then 5 cents per gallon after that.

• Save at Love’s Travel Stops: Save on gasoline, auto-diesel and bulk propane using the Love's Connect App.

• Save on rental cars: Your AAA discount also applies to rental car gas tank refills at partners: Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar.

Your AAA Membership goes well beyond the emergency roadside support. With your AAA Membership, you can also save at partner gas stations, like Shell and Love’s Travel Stops. 

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, a mix of factors—including increases in crude oil prices, taxes, refining costs and profits, distribution costs, among others—leads to higher gas prices. When gas prices are on the rise, saving even a small amount at the pump can add up over time.  

While it may make for everyday small talk, there’s no doubt it hits hard in the pockets of everyday people. Let your AAA Membership get to work and save your hard-earned cash.

Save with Shell® Fuel Rewards®

Shell and AAA have teamed up to save you money at the pump. As a AAA Member, you’ll receive complimentary Gold Status at Shell stations and save 30 cents per gallon on your first fill-up when you join the Shell® Fuel Rewards® program.  

How to use AAA Shell discount

It's fast and simple to sign up for the Shell® Fuel Rewards® program. Here’s how:

1. First, visit AAA.com/Shell, click the “number to enroll.
2. If you’re already a Shell Fuel Rewards® member, click the “Link My Account” button to connect your AAA Membership with Shell Fuel Rewards®.
3. When you visit a participating Shell fuel station, before you grab the pump, visit the screen.
4. The screen will prompt you to swipe your Shell® Fuel Rewards® card or enter your “ALT ID.” Your ALT ID is typically the phone number associated with your AAA Membership. Enter that number.
5. When you get your receipt, you’ll see the savings that were applied to your purchase.
6. Save Big, Then Keep Saving

With Shell Fuel Rewards®, after the first fill-up, you’ll continue to save 5 cents on every gallon purchased when you visit any of over 12,000 participating Shell fuel stations nationwide. Five cents might not seem like a lot, but the dollars can really add up over weeks and months, allowing you to apply those savings to other money goals.

Let's see how these savings add up. Imagine you put 20 gallons of gas in your car each week. With a 5-cent-per-gallon discount, you'd save $1 each week. Over a month, that's $4 in savings, and over a year, you'd save nearly $50. While gas prices fluctuate, your savings remain constant. Those saved dollars can help offset the rising costs of other necessities, like groceries or utilities.

How to use the AAA Love’s discount 

To get started, download the Love's Connect App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

1. Sign up or sign in

If you’re a new user, you’ll be prompted to create an account using your email and phone number. Using your phone number allows you to redeem your discount directly at the pump in the future, without needing the app.

2. Link your AAA account

Once you're signed in, navigate to "My Profile" and select "Partner Memberships." Choose "AAA Discounts & Rewards" to connect your accounts.

3. Verify your AAA Membership

Find and verify your AAA membership using your login credentials or membership number. You'll receive a notification once your accounts are successfully linked.

4. Redeem your discount

At the pump or inside the store, simply scan your in-app barcode or enter the phone number linked to your Love's account to automatically apply your AAA discount. Pro Tip: You can even add your unique discount bar code to your phone’s mobile wallet so it's always available.

Bundle your savings on rental cars and gas

Your AAA Membership saves you money on more than just the rental car itself. With discounts at Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar, you're already starting ahead. But the savings don't stop there. 

When it's time to refill the tank before returning your vehicle, remember to use your AAA discounts at Shell or Love's Travel Stops to save on gas, too. It's a great way to double up on savings during your trip.

Put your savings on autopilot

Whether you're saving 30 cents on your first fill-up at Shell or enjoying consistent discounts on gasoline and diesel at Love's, these small savings add up to make a big difference in your monthly budget. So, the next time you head to the pump, let your AAA Membership work for you and keep more of your hard-earned money in your wallet.