GasBuddy Reveals Redesigned App with More Robust Real-Time Petrol Price Data and New Features

SYDNEY – October 4, 2016 – GasBuddy, the leading community-based mobile technology platform that enables consumers to find and share the lowest petrol prices in their area, today announced a revamped app experience with increased fuel price data, consumer provided station ratings, and a new more immersive way users can earn points and win free petrol every day. GasBuddy continues to innovate as it expands globally with new features and capabilities making it the most comprehensive petrol app “for the road ahead.”

“Since the launch of GasBuddy in Australia the reception has been incredible. We receive on average 20,000 price reports a day, all entered by the community,” said Nic Moulis, country manager for GasBuddy. “Today we are excited to announce that in addition to crowdsourcing, GasBuddy is also receiving extremely accurate and current direct petrol price information from additional sources in the country, making the app the most definitive destination for drivers to find the cheapest servo to fill up.”

Additionally, the new redesigned GasBuddy app includes the following innovative updates:

• Enhanced Search and Filters - To help users better find what they want while on the road, GasBuddy has added additional filter options. User can now customize search results to show petrol stations by preferred brand along with specific desired amenities such as carwashes or air for their tires. The more robust filter options help drivers more easily find what they need, getting them from searching to fueling more quickly.

• New Station Ratings - Over the years petrol stations have expanded from providing just fuel to building a more robust offering such as with fresh foods and improved customer experience. The new rating system in GasBuddy gives the driver the ability to share their thoughts about various aspects of a station and convenience store, such as restroom cleanliness, outdoor lighting, and service quality. Fellow consumers will then be able to get a quick overview of how a particular location stacks up against others, beyond just petrol price.

• Introducing “Challenges” - Members will find more ways to earn GasBuddy points to enter the daily drawing for a chance to win $100 worth of fuel. In this new version of GasBuddy it includes a daily, weekly, and monthly set of ‘challenges’ such as reporting a certain number of prices in a time period. By completing Challenges, users will be awarded new Achievement badges and additional GasBuddy points.

• Modern Look - Listening to the feedback from our users, the app now has a streamlined interface and icons allowing for increased information and easier viewing. With a navigation tool that consumers are used to with other apps, it will make the experience quicker and provide for access to often used actionable items drivers need.  

Additionally, GasBuddy has unveiled a rebrand to further its mission of empowering great experiences while on the road. Core elements of the new GasBuddy brand include a reimagined company logo and tagline “For the Road Ahead.”

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