From what the local media is reporting... The owner of Dodge's Store (an independent gas station) states that since they are not affiliated with a particular brand, they have the freedom to shop for the best prices from the distributors. Dodge's apparently paid around $2.08 per gallon and with taxes, etc. and can sell it for $2.88 per gallon.
This has created quite a frenzy, and lines have been forming and wrapping into the side streets. The owner is a wise person! The store is bustling with shoppers, and I am sure they will make quite a good profit by bringing people in just on principle.
Why aren't more independent gas stations doing the same thing? Allegedly there are stations getting the same deal on gas as Dodge's did, but still charging the going rate and making TONS of money! The two closest (geographically) competitors to Dodge's Store are both still charging over $3.40-something per gallon and are major-brand name gas stations.
I found this to be an interesting story and wanted to share with my Central Florida residents! In case you are out in the Winter Garden area, check it out! Dodge's Store is on the corner of Highway 50 (West Colonial Drive) and 9th Street in Winter Garden.
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