Speedway

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Speedway gas station, a sign appeared one night: ‘Fill up your tank tonight for good luck.’ Soon, everyone did—even when their tanks were full. Soon enough, even people with half-empty tanks started filling up just because they heard it. A delivery driver joked, 'Maybe I’ll get lucky and my truck will start delivering itself!' But no such luck—he ended up with an overflowing tank and a very confused look on his face.

2. At Speedway gas station, late one night, a delivery driver noticed something odd. The pumps started humming like bees, buzzing in perfect harmony as cars pulled up. Curious, he approached and saw that each pump was displaying a different local band’s concert time. Turns out, the owner had a secret playlist for customers. A delivery driver later joked, ‘Next time I’ll fill up before an early show!’

3. At Speedway gas station, an old man approached the attendant and asked, 'Do you ever pump gas into empty air tanks?' The attendant looked puzzled for a moment, then broke out laughing. ‘No, sir,’ he replied. ‘But I do fill up those empty stomachs that stop by here every day!’

4. At Speedway gas station, late one night, a delivery driver heard an eerie voice over the intercom: ‘Your engine’s purring like a kitten—stop for a treat.’ Curious, he pulled in, only to find no one around. Curious, he pulled in, only to find no one around. Moments later, a friendly voice came again: ‘Don’t worry, I’m just the radio playing old-timey ads. Come on in for a free cup of coffee!’ Relieved, the driver entered and met a grinning attendant who offered him a warm mug. From then on, Speedway became known not just for fuel but also for its quirky morning greetings.