Refueling a car through May Summer Car: a complete guide with life hacks

Refueling the car via May Summer Car (May Summer Card) is not just a way to save on fuel, but a whole loyalty system with cashback, bonuses and partner discounts. However, beginners often have questions: how to link a card to an account, which gas stations are supported, why bonuses are not written off, or how to avoid double payment. In this article we will analyze the process from A to Z - from registering in the application to receiving maximum benefits, and also reveal hidden chips, about which even consultants are silent.

Many drivers mistakenly think that May Summer Card only works at gas stations Gazpromneft or Lukoil, but in fact the list of partners is wider - it includes regional networks and even some foreign gas stations (for example, in the CIS countries). The main thing is to understand the nuances: where it works fixed discount 5%, and where the cashback depends on the type of fuel. We analyzed user reviews and official program terms to create honest instructions without water.

If you haven't used it yet May Summer Card, then you miss until 12% savings at gas stations (including bonuses and promotions). But there are pitfalls: for example, when paying through a gas station terminal, bonuses may not be awarded if the procedure is not followed. And some bank cards block transactions with gas stations as “suspicious” - we’ll tell you how to avoid this.

Why is My Summer Car more profitable than a regular gas station?

At first glance, the difference between paying in cash and via May Summer Card seems insignificant - just 1-3% cashback. But in practice, the benefit consists of several factors:

• 💳 Cumulative cashback: up to 5% is returned in bonuses, which can be spent on the next gas station or exchanged for discounts from partners (for example, in Wildberries or Ozone).
• 🎁 Welcome Bonus: new users get up to 300 bonus rubles after the first refueling in the amount of 1000 ₽.
• 🔄 Double bonuses on promotion days (for example, Fridays or holidays).
• 🚗 Discounts on car washes and car chemicals: up to 20% on services of partner gas stations.

For comparison: when paying in cash or with a regular bank card, you lose up to 1000 ₽ per month (with an average mileage of 1500 km and a consumption of 8 l/100 km). And if you consider that bonuses May Summer Card can be combined with gas station promotional codes, savings increase up to 15-18%.

But there is a nuance: not all gas stations work correctly with the program. For example, at some gas stations Tatneft bonuses are awarded only when paying through the application, and not through the terminal. We have compiled a table with trusted partners:

Gas station network	Benefit type	Features
Gazpromneft	5% cashback + bonuses	Works at all gas stations except G-Drive in Moscow
Lukoil	3% cashback	You must present your card to the cashier before payment
Rosneft	4% cashback	Not valid at gas stations at airports
Bashneft	2% cashback + discount 1 ₽/liter	Bonuses are awarded only when paying through the application
Tatneft	Up to 7% cashback	The promotion is valid only on weekends

Important: cashback is not credited for purchase gas fuel (methane, propane), oils and auto chemicals - only for gasoline and diesel. Also, some gas stations introduce restrictions on the minimum check amount (usually from 500 ₽).

Step-by-step instructions: how to refuel your car through My Summer Car

Refill process via May Summer Card different from the usual one, so let's look at it by stagesto avoid mistakes.

1. Registration and card binding

If you don't have a card yet, order one in the app May Summer (delivery is free, delivery time is 5-7 days). After receiving:

1. Download the app May Summer (available for iOS and Android).
2. Register using your phone number (SMS code required).
3. In the section My cards add a new card by entering its number on the back.
4. Activate the card via SMS or email (the link will arrive within 5 minutes).

⚠️ Attention: if you link a card to an account that has already participated in the loyalty program of another gas station (for example, Gas Station Club), bonuses may not be cumulative. Check it out in the section Settings → Affiliate programs.

2. Selecting a gas station and checking the balance

Before refueling:

• 📍 Make sure that the selected gas station participates in the program (the list is in the application in the section Partners map).
• 💰 Check your bonus balance: if there are less than 100, it’s better to pay extra in cash or by card so as not to lose cashback.
• 📱 Open the section in the application Gas stations and select the desired gas station - this will speed up the accrual of bonuses.

Check fuel remaining (less than 1/4 tank)

Select a gas station in the May Summer app

Make sure the card is activated

Check your bonus balance (minimum 50 ₽ for payment)

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3. Payment at the gas station

The main thing here is correct procedure:

1. Drive up to the pump and turn off the engine (at some gas stations, refueling with the engine running is prohibited).
2. Tell the cashier you will pay via May Summer Card, and give the column number.
3. Insert the card into the terminal only after how the cashier activates the gas station.
4. If you use bonuses, inform the cashier about it before payment - otherwise they won’t be written off.
5. After refueling, keep the receipt (it is needed to confirm bonuses in case of disputes).

⚠️ Attention: if the gas station terminal gives an error "Card not supported", try paying through the cashier. This is a common problem at gas stations. Rosneft — associated with updating the terminal software.

4. Checking bonus accrual

Bonuses are usually credited within 24 hours, but sometimes they are delayed up to 3 days. To speed up the process:

• 📲 Upload the receipt to the application through the section My receipts → Add a receipt.
• 📧 Write in support May Summer (the response comes within an hour) indicating the receipt number and gas station.

If bonuses have not arrived after 3 days, check:

• 🔍 Is the card number on the receipt correct (must match the number in the application).
• 📅 Was there a technical pause on the day of refueling (information is in the section News applications).

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Even experienced drivers sometimes lose bonuses because of little things. Here TOP-5 errors and ways to get around them:

1. Payment through the terminal without prior activation

At 30% of gas stations, self-service terminals do not support the May Summer Card - bonuses will not be awarded, even if the payment goes through. Always check with the cashier whether you can pay by card through the terminal.

2. Using the wrong type of card

You can link multiple cards in the application (for example, virtual and physical). If you have refueled virtual card, and you expect bonuses at physical, they won't come. Check which card is active in the section My cards.

3. Refueling for an amount less than the minimum

At some gas stations (for example, Bashneft) cashback is credited only upon receipt from 1000 ₽. If you refuel for 800 ₽, the bonuses will expire.

4. Payment by mixed method

If you paid part of the amount with bonuses, and part with cash or a bank card, cashback will be credited only for the part that was paid through May Summer Card. For example:

• 💵 We refueled for 1500 ₽: 1000 ₽ paid by card, 500 ₽ - with bonuses.
• 🎯 Cashback will only be from 1000 ₽ (and not from the entire amount).

5. Problems with geolocation

The application sometimes crashes and does not automatically detect gas stations. If you did not select manual refueling, bonuses may not be awarded. Always check what's in the section Gas stations the correct gas station is displayed.

What to do if bonuses have not arrived?

If more than 3 days have passed and bonuses have not been awarded:

1. Check whether refueling was done on the day of technical work (information in the application news).

2. Make sure that the receipt is saved and the card number in it matches your May Summer Card.

3. Write to support through the section Help, attaching a photo of the receipt and indicating:

- Date and time of refueling

- Gas station name and pump number

- Check amount

Usually the problem is resolved within 1-2 days.

How to maximize your benefits: life hacks from experienced drivers

To receive maximum cashback, use these techniques:

1. Combine with bank cards

Some banks (for example, Tinkoff or Sberbank) give additional cashback for gas stations. If you pay May Summer Card With this card you will receive:

• 💳 5% of May Summer
• 🏦 1-3% of the bank

Total: up to 8% return.

2. Fill up on “bonus days”

On Saturdays and Sundays at some gas stations there is a double cashback. For example, on Tatneft you can get it on weekends 7% instead of 3%. Follow the promotions in the section News applications.

3. Use bonuses to pay for car washes

Many people don’t know, but bonuses May Summer Card you can pay up to 50% of the cost of washing at partner gas stations. For example, on Gazpromneft 1 bonus = 1 ₽ when paying for a car wash.

4. Buy fuel in bulk

If you are refueling at the same gas station regularly, agree with the manager on a fixed discount for wholesale purchases (for example, when refilling for 5,000 ₽ per month). Some gas stations give +2% cashback to such clients.

Frequently asked questions about May Summer Card

We have collected answers to hottest questions users:

Can the May Summer Card be used at gas stations abroad?

Yes, but only at partner gas stations in the CIS countries (Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia). The card does not work in Europe and other regions. A complete list of foreign partners is in the appendix in the section Abroad.

What to do if you lost your card?

Block her from the app immediately (My cards → Blocking) and order a new one. The bonus balance is saved because it is tied to the account and not to the physical card. Duplicate delivery is free.

Can bonuses be exchanged for money?

No, bonuses can only be spent on:

• Refueling
• Payment for car washes and car chemicals at partner gas stations
• Purchases from partners (for example, in Wildberries or Ozone)

Bonuses cannot be cashed out, but they can be combined with other discounts.

Why were no bonuses awarded when paying through the terminal?

This is a common problem. Reasons:

• The terminal does not support May Summer Card (check the list of compatible gas stations).
• You inserted the card up to activation of refueling by the cashier.
• Technical work was carried out at the gas station (information is in the application news).

Solution: save the receipt and contact support indicating the receipt number and gas station.

How can I check how many bonuses I have in my account?

Open the application May Summer, go to section Bonuses. It displays:

• Current balance
• Accrual history
• Bonus validity period (usually 1 year)

You can also find out the balance from the cashier when paying - he sees this information in the system.

Now you know everything about refueling through May Summer Card — from registration to receiving maximum benefits. The main thing: always check bonuses and don't hesitate to contact support if you have problems. And if you have your own life hacks, share them in the comments!