Oregon lifts ban on self-serve gas, leaving N.J. as the only state prohibiting it
Oregon lifts ban on self-serve gas, leaving N.J. as the only state prohibiting it
The new law took effect Friday after Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek signed a bill allowing drivers to dispense fuel themselves.
For the first time in more than seven decades, drivers in Oregon are allowed to pump their own gas.
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The state's 72-year ban on self-service pumps was due in large part to safety concerns for drivers. A state law cited "increased risk of crime and the increased risk of personal injury resulting from slipping on slick surfaces."
What an abomination of an excuse, and I live here.
Well, it may have been true 72 years ago.
Modern pumps are engineering marvels so probably right.
I've used vintage gas pumps, and they work the same. It is cooler to see the mechanical counter turn over though than a digital display
Fraud is a legitimate concern though. Skimmers are rampant, so I wonder if Oregon will see an uptick in card compromise.
That is a very good concern to have but even when the station’s had attendants, people still got skimmed at gas stations. It’s a concern that everyone should have at any place where you swipe or insert your card to pay. Banks, stores, ATM’s, etc
so you take your hand, place it on the card reader and give it a shake. If the card reader is loose and can pull off its a skimmer.
Hahaha so instead of fixing cime we just spend less time outiside... Fucking stupid state