January 27th 2024.
If you're planning to stop at an Asda petrol station in the near future, you may want to have your credit or debit card handy. As of now, the supermarket has announced that 82 more of its UK stores will be going completely cashless. While this may not be surprising news, as the trend towards a cashless society continues to grow, it does mean that paying with cash at these locations will no longer be an option.
This decision comes after Asda previously eliminated manned tills at 14 of its fuel stations in December. By this summer, an additional 68 stations will no longer have the option to pay for fuel at the forecourt kiosks. Instead, drivers will have to "pay at pump" using a credit or debit card, or by using their phone. This move is part of Asda's effort to better serve their customers, as the staff who previously manned these stations will be relocated to other areas within the store.
For those who are curious, here is a list of the Asda stores that will be going cashless. As you can see, they are spread out across the UK, from Queslet to Falmouth. While some may be concerned about the change, especially due to Asda's "ringfenced cash" system, others are excited for the quicker and easier process of filling up their cars. Plus, Asda isn't the only store embracing new technology - Aldi has a check-out free supermarket in Greenwich, London, and recently launched a tap-in and out option for customers to use instead of their Shop&Go app.
However, some drivers have expressed concern about the ringfenced cash system, which requires a pre-authorisation check before the actual charge is applied. This is to prevent people from driving off before paying, but for Asda it means that £99 is temporarily held from your account. Some motorists have reported a delay in this amount being released, leading to frustration and temporary financial inconvenience. For example, user Paul took to social media to ask for help resolving this issue.
Overall, these changes may take some getting used to, but they are in line with the increasing trend towards a cashless society. And, as always, if you have a story to share, please reach out to us by email. We would love to hear from you.
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