What do I do if I run out of gas with no money?

If you have roadside assistance—such as CAA or through your car insurance—call, and they'll bring you gas. However, some providers may charge you for the fuel, if not the visit. You could also call a friend or family member to help.

What to do if I can't afford gas?

If you've exhausted all your options to find gas money, you may need to ask someone for a ride, walk or ride your bike. If you need gas to get to work, call your employer as soon as possible to explain the situation—they might be able to help you out or at least get your shift covered.

How can I get gas if I don't have money?

Is there any gas in the can you use to fill your lawn mower? That's typically the same kind of gas we use in our cars and could be enough to get you where you need to go.

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Lacey Stark is a freelance personal finance writer for Finder, specializing
in banking, loans, investing, estate planning, and more. She has 20
years of experience writing and editing for magazines, newspapers, and
online publications. A word nerd from childhood, Lacey officially got her
start reporting on live sporting events and moved on to cover topics
such as construction, technology, and travel before finding her niche in
personal finance. Originally from New England, she received her
bachelor’s degree from the University of Denver and completed a
postgraduate journalism program at Metropolitan State University also
in Denver. She currently lives in Chicagoland with her dog Chunk and
likes to read and play golf.