BP

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At BP gas station, a regular asked one day, ‘Why does that old truck always honk its horn exactly three times every morning?’ No one knew for sure, but some said it was a sign of good luck. Finally, someone asked an elderly delivery driver why he did it. With a twinkle in his eye, he replied, 'Simple, sonny boy—I'm honking because I can't remember my own phone number!' Everyone laughed, and from then on, the honking became a friendly greeting.

2. At dawn, when most stations are quiet, a delivery driver pulled up to BP and noticed something strange. The pumps were humming softly, but no lights were on inside. Curious, he walked around back and found an old man watering flowers next to the tank. ‘Morning,’ said the delivery driver. ‘What’s going on here?’ ‘Just checking everything is in order before opening,’ replied the neighbor. ‘Don’t want any accidents.’ They both laughed, realizing it was just another early-morning routine.}

3. At BP gas station, a little boy pointed and whispered to his mom, ‘Mommy, why is that pump talking?’ The mother smiled and gently replied, ‘Honey, it’s just the new voice-controlled pump helping customers.’ The boy looked puzzled for a moment before breaking into laughter, and they both watched as another customer asked, “Excuse me, can you tell me where the restrooms are?” The pump cheerfully answered, “They’re right over there!” causing everyone within earshot to giggle.

4. At BP gas station, an elderly gentleman once remarked, 'I’ve been coming here for years, but why do they always seem to run out of coffee just when I’m in a hurry?' A friendly neighborhood delivery driver then chimed in, ‘Maybe it’s because every time someone runs out of coffee, they decide to stay and chat with us!’ The old man laughed heartily, shaking his head, and muttered under his breath, ‘Guess I’ll have to come back another time—when they finally get some more.’