I’m from a US state where we don’t pump our own gas. Since I don’t pump my own gas regularly - only when I’m out of state - I’m not exactly sure when this happened, but all gas pumps seem to play ads now while the pump runs. At least the states adjacent to mine. Like can I not even pump gas in peace? Stop trying to manipulate my purchasing decisions 24/7.

Edit: ok I get it, there’s a mute button. I appreciate the tip, but people are already reporting that it only sometimes works. Knowing there’s a mute button that sometimes functions doesn’t make me less infuriated

  • toast@retrolemmy.com
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    7 days ago

    Or, you’re holding a nozzle that sprays liquid. Just douse the speaker in gasoline.

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        5 days ago

        A match afterwards might help… better obscure your face, license plate, and use cash.