Exclusive deal offers budget-savvy consumers savings and convenience at the pump

HOUSTON, July 2 /PRNewswire/ -- With summer road trip season underway in a challenging economic climate, many consumers are looking for ways to cut costs but still enjoy a family getaway. For a limited time only, Shell is offering a return of 30 cents per gallon on the first 100 gallons purchased with a Shell Card within a 90-day period. The promotional savings is available at all Shell-branded stations nationwide for those who sign up and are approved for a new Shell Card from June 29, 2009 to September 30, 2009.

'Whether it means taking vacations closer to home or replacing flights with road trips, being budget-conscious is top of mind for many consumers this year,' said Mark Theobald, US Consumer Cards, Shell Oil Products US. 'The Shell Card promotion will help drivers get the most out of every drop by offering a timely and effective solution that lowers the cost of driving without sacrificing the quality of fuel.'

For easy budgeting, Shell Card holders can track and manage gasoline purchases separately from other day-to-day expenses. The Shell Card is a proprietary credit card that offers free 24/7 online account access, no annual fee, flexible payment options and pay-at-the-pump convenience. Consumers can use the Shell Card at any Shell-branded station coast-to-coast, participating Jiffy Lube(R) locations nationwide, and more than 250,000 ATMs across the US. With the promotion, new Shell Card holders will receive a $30 statement credit after purchasing 100 gallons of gasoline within 90 days of the account open date.

The promotion will be supported with point-of-purchase (POP) materials at Shell locations, including pump toppers, pole signs, building signs, and register toppers. Additional advertising support includes online, direct mail and radio and print co-op materials. In addition to the credit card promotion, Shell retail sites will continue to feature messaging reinforcing the availability of the new Shell Nitrogen Enriched Gasolines in all three grades.

From credit cards to gasoline cards, the Shell family of cards addresses the diverse financial needs of today's consumers with a range of payment options. For more information about the Shell Card promotion and the full Shell family of cards, visit www.shell.us/cards.