Have you ever filled up your tank at a fuel pump and wondered why you’re paying more than you should? You’re not alone. In India, many motorists have reported that the amount of fuel they receive at the pump doesn’t match what their tank should be able to hold.

For example, if your car has a fuel tank capacity of 45 litres, you would expect to fill up with around that amount of fuel depending on the fuel gauge reading. However, some motorists have found that they end up filling up with more than the stated capacity of their tank, sometimes as much as 2-3 litres more.

So, what’s going on? It’s possible that fuel pump owners are manipulating the pumps’ software to deliver more fuel than what is registered on the meter. This could be done in a number of ways, such as by programming the pump to increase the counter to 6 litres while in reality only 5 litres of fuel has been dispensed.

This type of scam is hard to detect, as most drivers assume that the meter is accurate and don’t bother to double-check the amount of fuel they’ve received. In some cases, the low fuel indicator may not even light up which typically does when there is 5-10 litre fuel left, even then they end up filling the entire fuel tank capacity.

Unfortunately, there’s not much that individual motorists can do to protect themselves from fuel pump scams. However, there are some steps you can take to reduce the risk of being scammed. For example, you can try to fill up at reputable fuel stations with high customer ratings. You can also double-check the amount of fuel you’ve received by keeping track of your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and the amount of fuel you normally use.

In conclusion, the fuel pump scam is a serious issue that affects many motorists in India. If you suspect that you’ve been scammed, you should report the incident to the authorities and try to gather as much evidence as possible. By being aware of this issue and taking proactive steps to protect yourself, you can help ensure that you get the fuel you paid for.