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Forecourt retailers warned to be vigilant after increase in drive-offs Print
17th May 2021
The British Oil Security Syndicate (BOSS) is calling on forecourt operators to be extra vigilant after a significant increase in motorists driving off without making payment for fuel.
BOSS has recorded a 38% increase in drive-off incidents during the third lockdown period (January to April 2021). The average value of each drive-off incident was £38.75, which is lower than the £61.77 average value of incidents where motorists claim to have no means of payment.
Bruce Nichol, operations director at BOSS, said: “We’re recommending that forecourt retailers remain vigilant and consider tightening procedures when authorising pumps for fuel to be drawn.