There’s a joke that’s been doing the rounds on social media platforms. ‘I don’t usually brag about going to expensive places, but I just got back from the petrol station.’ Like most good jokes, it makes you chuckle before it makes you pause for a thought.
Petrol is often referred to as liquid gold because of its commercial value. But the term has taken on a completely new meaning in South Africa. After several months of increases, local fuel prices hit record highs in August. The price of 95-grade petrol increased to a record high of R18.20, having cost R17.29 per litre just a month earlier. ULP95 was priced at R14.86 a litre at the beginning of the year, meaning the cost increased by approximately 23% in just seven months.
At this point, all motorists can do is breathe out a huge sigh of frustration. Petrol is an essential part of modern-day life. Cars do more than ferry us between home and the workplace or school. Some of the most memorable moments shared between loved ones involve a car.
Impromptu road trips with friends, trips to your favourite family restaurant, and a visit to your parents all depend on the availability of reliable transport. A massive spike in petrol prices does more than cause motorists to reach deeper into their pockets. It also interferes with their ability to create moments worth remembering. Anyone who’s enjoyed a meal at Wimpy knows that it’s more than just a place to grab a burger or brekkie: Wimpy restaurants pride themselves on facilitating enjoyable moments among families. That’s why they’re giving their loyal customers something to help them create sweet memories during the upcoming school holidays. From 20 September to 23 October 2021, Wimpy will be giving away Engen fuel vouchers to the value of R1 000 every week to 10 lucky winners. Do you want to stand a chance to win your share? It’s simple. Head to an Engen Wimpy near you , enjoy a Wimpy meal, pay using the Wimpy Rewards App, and you’ll be automatically entered into the our lucky draw. Fuelling up for free has never been simpler.
Find out more about the Wimpy Rewards App , and keep an eye on Wimpy’s social media pages where they’ll be announcing the winners.
If you’ve got a long journey in the pipeline, start by taking a sho’t left at an Engen Wimpy. You might just score yourself a full tank of liquid gold for your trip.
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