Baja Road Tip - Pemex Scams

Baja Road Tip - Pemex Scams

The latest reports of road conditions and driving conditions along Mexico's Hwy 1 through Baja California. March 15, 2007 Baja Road Tip Marilynn The largest of the Tres Virgines peaks north of Loreto, volcanic activity has made this area a research station for geothermal power generation. Today, my husband took our little Baja bug to the Pemex gas station here in San Jose del Cabo. He requested to have the tank filled. We have seen the old scam, where they do not clear the pumps before filling your tank. That was the first thing the attendant tried. Then he filled the tank, it came to about 23.05 liters and an even $150 pesos. The attendant came around to the drivers window, he had a calculator with 230 on the screen and shoved it in his face. My husband said,  no 150 pesos. He handed the attendant two 100 peso bills. The next attempt to get more money was to hand him four 5 peso coins as change. So, my husband said no, no 50 pesos and started to get out, at that point the attendant reached into his pocket and produced a 50 peso bill. The wise driver always makes certain the gas pump has been cleared, watches the numbers on the pump for both the liters and the price. It is also a wise idea to simply get out of the car, stand by the pump and if you have a locking cap to unlock it yourself. For those who are tourists, take the time to understand the peso. It is really not difficult and it can save you from a simple scam. Most Mexicans are delightful people and very helpful. However, always having a watchful eye can help to make your visit memorable. Need Mexican Auto Insurance? Click here for an instant quote or print your policy online NOW!

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