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Gas for 76 cents per gallon in Virginia Beach? Come to Holland Road on Thursday

The Virginian-Pilot
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A man pumps gas into his dual-tank pickup truck at a 76 gas station in Los Angeles, Friday, Aug. 10, 2012. Analysts expect gas prices to rise above $4 a gallon due to a fire at the Richmond, Calif., refinery on Aug. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Grant Hindsley)

A man pumps gas into his dual-tank pickup truck at a 76 gas station in Los Angeles, Friday, Aug. 10, 2012. Analysts expect gas prices to rise above $4 a gallon due to a fire at the Richmond, Calif., refinery on Aug. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Grant Hindsley) ( / AP)

A new gas station in Virginia Beach will offer gas for 76 cents per gallon to the first 76 people to arrive on Thursday at 11 a.m.

The discounted gas will be available during the grand opening of the 76 gas station at 3200 Holland Road near Shipps Corner Road. Mayor Bobby Dyer plans to be there for the ribbon cutting.

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Customers who plan to attend must download the My 76 app before arrival to pay for the discounted unleaded fuel, the company said in a press release. The company is promoting the app to provide a quick and contactless form of payment, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.

During the event, gas station workers will wear masks to pump gas while customers remain in their vehicles. The company also asks attendees to wear masks during the visit.

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"Safety and savings are more important than ever, and we’re excited to be able to provide that to our customers at the pumps with touch-free features and automatic discounts via the My 76® App,” “said Sonny Villarreal, a spokesperson for the gas station.

Future purchases made via the My 76 app will offer 10 cents off per gallon and other savings.

Alissa Skelton, 757-995-9043, alissa.skelton@pilotonline.com

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