Refilling a canister in May Summer Car: a complete guide with tips and life hacks

May Summer Car is a unique simulator of survival and car repair, where every liter of gasoline counts. Beginners are often perplexed by a seemingly simple task: how to fill a canister so as not to be left without fuel in the depths of the Finnish forests. Unlike classic racing, there are no endless gas stations - you have to look for gasoline, save it and pour it correctly.

In this article we will look at all the nuances: from searching for fuel on the map to the intricacies of interacting with different types of canisters. You will learn how to avoid wasting gasoline during transfusion, where secret fuel reserves are hidden, and why it is sometimes more profitable to carry a canister on the roof rather than in the trunk. And also typical mistakes that cause players to lose precious liters.

If you have just started playing or have been left without gas in the middle of the road more than once, these instructions will help you systematically approach fuel management. Without unnecessary fluff, only proven methods and hidden game mechanics.

Where to find cans and fuel in May Summer Car

There are two types of canisters in the game: empty (you need to refuel them yourself) and already filled (rare, but found in secluded places). Empty cans can be bought in stores Teimo’s Shop or Fleetari Repair Shop, and also find:

• 🏠 In garages and sheds — check shelves, drawers and corners of rooms. Often the canisters are located next to the tools.
• 🚗 On abandoned cars - especially on Satsuma or Gifuthat stand along the roads.
• 🌲 In the forest - sometimes canisters are hidden near fires or in hunting lodges.
• 🛒 In stores - in Teimo’s Shop sold for 50€ (empty) and 150€ (filled).

Fuel can be obtained in several ways:

• 🛢️ Buy at Gas Station - the most reliable, but expensive option (1.2€/liter).
• 🔧 Drain from cars - if you have a tool Siphon (siphon), you can pump out gasoline from the tanks of abandoned cars.
• 🎁 Find ready-made canisters - sometimes found on the map (for example, near Peräjärvi or Kiljava).
• 🔥 Distill from barrels — at some gas stations there are barrels of fuel (you need Jerry Can Funnel - funnel).

Important: not all canisters are the same. There are two types in the game:

• Regular (yellow, 20 liters) - the most common.
• Large (red, 40 liters) - less common, but more profitable for long trips.

⚠️ Attention: If you leave the canister in the sun (for example, on the roof of a car), the fuel will evaporate at a rate of 1 liter per game day. There are no losses in the shade or trunk.

How to refill an empty canister: step-by-step instructions

The process of filling a canister depends on the fuel source. Let's consider two main methods: at a gas station and using a siphon.

Method 1: Refueling at a gas station (Gas Station)

This is the simplest and safest method, but it requires money. Proceed like this:

1. Drive up to the gas station by car or walk up (if the canister is small).
2. Take the empty canister in your hands (key E).
3. Go to the column and click E — the refueling menu will appear.
4. Select the number of liters (maximum canister capacity).
5. Pay (1.2€/liter) and take the filled canister.

Method 2: Draining gasoline using a siphon (Siphon)

If money is short, you can pump fuel out of abandoned cars. To do this:

1. Buy a siphon at Fleetari Repair Shop (30€).
2. Find a car with gasoline (check through the interactive menu with the key E).
3. Open the hood (E on the hood) and interact with the gas tank.
4. Select an option Siphon Fuel and wait for the process to complete (takes ~30 seconds).
5. Gasoline will end up in your canister (maximum - how much was left in the tank of the car).

Advantage of the method: free, but there are risks:

• 🚨 The car can be empty (check the fuel level in advance).
• ⏳ Process long — if you need 20 liters, you will have to go around several cars.
• 👮 In some places, fuel drainage may attract the attention of the police (for example, near Honkajoki).

How to transfer fuel from a canister to a car tank

Now that the canister is filled, you need to properly pour gasoline into the tank of your car. There are several nuances here that affect efficiency.

Step 1: Preparation

Before transfusion:

• 🅿️ Park the car flat surface (slope may lead to spillage).
• 🔧 Open the hood and find the gas cap (usually on the back or side).
• 🧴If there is Jerry Can Funnel (funnel), use it - it will reduce fuel losses.

Step 2: Transfusion Process

Interact with the canister (E) and select the option Pour Fuel. Next:

• Without a funnel: you will lose 1-2 liters to the strait.
• With a funnel: losses are minimal (0.1-0.5 liters).

Important: you cannot overfill more than the tank can hold. If the tank is full, excess fuel will simply spill out.

Step 3: Optimization

To save fuel:

• 🌡️ Pour into shadows - Gasoline evaporates faster in the sun.
• 🚗 If you are traveling far, take two cans: one in the trunk, the other on the roof (but remember about evaporation!).
• ⚖️ Follow weight: full canister (20l) weighs 15 kg, which affects the handling of the car.

Hidden fuel sources: where to look for free gasoline

B May Summer Car There are several places where you can find fuel without spending money. These locations are little known to beginners, but experienced players actively exploit them.

In addition, fuel can steal from some working machines:

• 🚜 Tractors - usually located on farms, in a tank 30-50l.
• 🚛 Trucks - for example, near Warehouse in Kiljava.
• 🚓 Police cars - risky, but always in the tank 20-30l.

⚠️ Attention: Fuel from barrels at the sawmill (Kiljava) has a low octane number. If you pour it into Satsuma without pre-cleaning (needs a filter Fuel Filter), the engine will lose 10% power until the next repair.

Typical mistakes when working with canisters

Even experienced players sometimes lose fuel due to unobvious mechanics. Here are the most common mistakes:

• 🔥 Evaporation in the sun - if you leave a canister on the roof of a car in hot weather, it will evaporate within a day to 5 liters.
• 💦 Spillage during transfusion - without a funnel it is lost up to 15% fuel.
• 🚗 Machine overload - if you put 3 canisters in the trunk 20l, Satsuma will go to 20% slower.
• 🔧 Using dirty fuel - Gasoline from barrels without a filter spoils the engine.
• 📍 Loss of canisters - if you throw a canister out of your inventory, it will disappear forever (unlike tools).

Another common mistake is improper storage. For example:

• If you leave the canister in Teimo’s Shop for a long time, the owner can confiscate (will return for money).
• In some houses (for example, in Grandma’s House) canisters automatically empty after 3 game days.

Lifehacks for saving fuel

B May Summer Car gasoline is one of the scarcest resources. Here are some proven ways to reduce its consumption:

• 🛣️ Drive on straight roads - turns and off-roading increase fuel consumption by 30-40%.
• 🔄 Turn off the engine on long slopes, the car will roll by inertia.
• 🔧 Monitor your tire pressure - flat tires increase fuel consumption 10%.
• 🚗 Use Gifu for short trips - she spends 20% less fuel than Satsuma.
• 🧯 Take a spare canister to the roof - even with evaporation, it is more profitable than being left without gasoline.

give fuelcan 1 // Gives an empty canister
give fuel 20 // Adds 20 liters to the current canister
set fuel 100 // Fills the car's tank to 100%
god // God mode (including infinite fuel)