Tip Etiquette at Truck Stop Diesel Pumps

[CaptainGizmo]

Great summary
One additional thought to make the TSD/Open Roads card easier - If you are frequenting TA or Loves stops, you can use the TA or Loves app on a phone and the TSD card info is stored in the app.
For TA app, when you pull up to the pump and the app gives you a six digit code you enter on the pump.
For Loves app, when you pull up to the pump, open the app, tell the app what services you want, enter the pump number, confirm you are at the pump, then start pumping.

OOooo, really? This is nice to know, because, I've tried the Loves app in the past and it was a total pain in the butt! My routine is so smooth with the card, now...not to mention never worrying about getting my precious iPhone yucky with diesel... but I still may try the apps.

Of course, in my perfect world, those pumps would be TAP Pay! But no one asked me. LOL

 

[JRS]

When I need to pull up for a DEF fill, I'll walk back to a waiting truck (if their engine is off) to let them know that after fueling, DW will be pulling up to fill my rear DEF tank so they don't start up.

 

[CaptainGizmo]

Great summary
One additional thought to make the TSD/Open Roads card easier - If you are frequenting TA or Loves stops, you can use the TA or Loves app on a phone and the TSD card info is stored in the app.
For TA app, when you pull up to the pump and the app gives you a six digit code you enter on the pump.
For Loves app, when you pull up to the pump, open the app, tell the app what services you want, enter the pump number, confirm you are at the pump, then start pumping.

Well…I’ve tried for days to figure a way to enter the TSD/EFS card into the Loves app and I don’t think it’s possible. Even the tech support agent was clueless and gave me instructions for a standard credit card entry…duh.

Not a big deal but still curious as to how you did it.

 

[Neemer]

Well…I’ve tried for days to figure a way to enter the TSD/EFS card into the Loves app and I don’t think it’s possible. Even the tech support agent was clueless and gave me instructions for a standard credit card entry…duh.

Not a big deal but still curious as to how you did it.

x2

 

[CaptainGizmo]

Just an FYI…as per Loves tech support, the TSD/EFS card CANNOT be used in the Loves app.

This is what I remember from the past.

Probably for the better to keep things streamlined.

 

[MemoriesByTheMile]

Wondering if things have changed during the past few years.

This is how we added the TSD Logistics card to the Love's app. Note: we have a TSD Logistics EFS card which was issued before they renamed the RV side to OpenRoads.
It is a silver colored EFS branded card with 3 distinct sets of numbers on the front:
XXXXXX XXX
XXXXXXXXXX

In the Love's app, bottom left button, select "Profile"
Scroll down and select "Wallet"
Select "Fuel Card"
Select "EFS"
A few card layouts are presented, scroll to the card type that matched my card number layout/format - key in the numbers.

I also have a Love Rewards number too that is entered in the App.

For those where the TSD Logistics/Open Road card cannot be added, has the number format changed from the 3 sets of numbers that I listed above?

 

[Neemer]

Using @MemoriesByTheMile method above, I do not find an option for fuel card. It only offers the option of adding a credit card to the wallet, and it does not recognize the EFS card as a credit card, nor should it for that matter.

 

[MemoriesByTheMile]

Using @MemoriesByTheMile method above, I do not find an option for fuel card. It only offers the option of adding a credit card to the wallet, and it does not recognize the EFS card as a credit card, nor should it for that matter.

This is so very odd that you don’t see an option for fuel card.
This is what I see from the “add payment” screen:

I don’t know if it makes a difference but we also have a Love’s rewards acct/number saved in the app and have saved the vehicle VIN in the app also.

 

[CaptainGizmo]

Wondering if things have changed during the past few years.

This is how we added the TSD Logistics card to the Love's app. Note: we have a TSD Logistics EFS card which was issued before they renamed the RV side to OpenRoads.
It is a silver colored EFS branded card with 3 distinct sets of numbers on the front:
XXXXXX XXX
XXXXXXXXXX

In the Love's app, bottom left button, select "Profile"
Scroll down and select "Wallet"
Select "Fuel Card"
Select "EFS"
A few card layouts are presented, scroll to the card type that matched my card number layout/format - key in the numbers.

I also have a Love Rewards number too that is entered in the App.

For those where the TSD Logistics/Open Road card cannot be added, has the number format changed from the 3 sets of numbers that I listed above?

I’m sorry this side topic has hijacked the OP a bit, and probably would do well as its own Subject…but heck…why stop now?

You just either have an older version of the app…OR…I wonder if you have a different form of account?

No option for a Fuel Card in version 10.1.0 of the LOVES CONNECT APP…

At any rate, this is the Official word from Loves support:
Unfortunately, the TSD cards are not compatible with the application at this time. We apologize for any frustration this may cause

 

[CaptainGizmo]

I’m on the caper here. I have a strong feeling there are two levels of Accounts; Personal and Commercial (Business).

I’ve researched and see that all the fleet cards ARE accepted…and my guess is my account must be personal. I will need to call them to see about converting to a commercial account.

 

[sheridany]

It’s not a tsd card. It’s EFS. The last time I had to update my loves app it required a loves reward card. The next fuel stop I added it and it works fine. By the way I nicknamed it TSD in the wallet so don’t be confused.

 

[sheridany]

I have a strong feeling there are two levels of Accounts; Personal and Commercial (Business).

@CaptainGizmo You are correct. You have to have a commercial profile. The app is intended for commercial drivers. If they ask, say yes.

 

[CaptainGizmo]

So, mystery solved. Somehow...from years ago...my account is the type for "casual gasoline purchases" (their words, not mine).

They state I need a new "physical card from any of our locations and then register it". (Guess the old card is a personal number ). They're removing my info off of this account so that it can be "re-used" for the new card/account.

Once you have the PHYSICAL CARD, you can set up the PROFESSIONAL level of account online.

In the app, you will log in with the "COMMERCIAL" button, not "Casual".

Not real intuitive since they've changed their system... but I. WILL. WIN! ... I refuse defeat in the digital domain!

Hope this helps any of you with the same issue!

 

[sheridany]

There’s nothing better than being able to get the pump ready right from your drivers seat. No I just need to get the TA petro app accepting my card and I’ll be good to go with two places to fuel.

 

[CaptainGizmo]

There’s nothing better than being able to get the pump ready right from your drivers seat. No I just need to get the TA petro app accepting my card and I’ll be good to go with two places to fuel.

Sheridan,

Pretty sure you know this...but just in case....

I'm sure you have the physical TSD card, so you already CAN go to the TA/Petro stations...you just have to scan your card and do all the keypunching.

BTW, I always use the OpenRoads app to find the stations on my routes...and if there's a choice...I'll play the lowest price game. Yeah, shoot me for trying to save 3 bucks when it costs me $1,000 to fill up...but like I said...it's a game.

ON VERY rare occasions, I'll stop at a station other than TA/Petro or Loves...ie. Mavericks; again, rarely. But, point being, all of these places have taken the EFS card, so long as they're showing up in the OpenRoads app.

 

[CaptainGizmo]

It’s not a tsd card. It’s EFS. The last time I had to update my loves app it required a loves reward card. The next fuel stop I added it and it works fine. By the way I nicknamed it TSD in the wallet so don’t be confused.

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Yeah Sheridan, it's the EFS system, but the term "TSD" has been used synonymously with the EFS card; so I knew what they were talking about.

BTW, I can still see your card number since your black highlighter wasn't set to 100% opacity. So, if you will be so kind to give me your Date of Birth...I'm just going to use your number for my next trip. Thanks, buddy...really appreciate it!

 

[sheridany]

ON VERY rare occasions, I'll stop at a station other than TA/Petro or Loves...ie. Mavericks; again, rarely. But, point being, all of these places have taken the EFS card, so long as they're showing up in the OpenRoads app.

As long as they clearly mark the overhang height (if there is one), or I see a lot of trucks fueling, and as you said on the OpenRoads app.

 

[newmarokie]

Great conversation guys. I haven't used the open roads card yet, but it is in my arsenal. Gizmo, I agree with the game but I feel it is to them as well. If maverick or one9 or Allsups(mostly in Texas) or Oncue or QT(mostly in Oklahoma are within a few cents I use them. Open Roads hit your bank account the next day if I understand it right. Any of the above I can get up to 50 days to pay. I agree that you need to look the location over. Was going to Vegas in early December and got to Mavericks that I had to unhook the toad to get out. It was really crowded or I think I could have escaped unscathed.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

BTW, I can still see your card number since your black highlighter wasn't set to 100% opacity. So, if you will be so kind to give me your Date of Birth...I'm just going to use your number for my next trip. Thanks, buddy...really appreciate it!

When you get his birthdate, please DM me and I'll make sure there is something extra in your next check. I've misplaced your banking info for direct deposit so kindly provide that info simultaneously. I can see it now, happy days are here again.

 

[sheridany]

By all means, use my love rewards number. I can use a free shower.