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Low tire light on? Skip the coin slot. Find gas stations with free air, tire shops and bike stands near you, see which ones pump your tires for free, and get directions to the closest free air pump.
Find a free air pump near you
Map of free air for tires →Type a city, ZIP code or address, or share your location. The map shows every gas station and shop with an air pump near you, colored by whether the air is free.
Three steps to full tires
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Search
Allow location or type a city or ZIP. Pins load for the area you are looking at.
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Check
Green means confirmed free, yellow means unconfirmed. Tap a pin for address and details.
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Drive
Hit Directions to open your navigation app and head straight to the pump.
Gas station chains with free air
There is no national rule. Most branded stations are run by independent owners, so two Shell or Circle K stores a mile apart can handle air differently. These chains are a good starting point. The map shows what is confirmed for each location.
Gas stations with free air
Most stores have a free air machine.
Free air is common, often with a digital gauge.
Free air at most QT stores.
New Jersey and New York stores.
Also called Kwik Star in Iowa.
Many stores now carry the Maverik name.
Upstate New York and Vermont.
Convenience stores across Indiana.
Giant Eagle's fuel and convenience stores.
At Hy-Vee fuel stations in the Midwest.
At many Kroger fuel centers.
Co-op
Many local co-op fuel stations.
At many Pilot and Flying J travel centers.
Tire shops
Free air and pressure checks, no purchase needed.
Free air checks across the western US.
Free air at its Midwest stores.
Free air at many stores.
Gateway Tire & Service Centers
Free air in the Southeast.
Also free
Free air at almost all stores.
Free air at some locations.
Depends on the store
Free at many stores, coin-op at others.
Mixed. Ask inside, some clerks switch it on.
Depends on the store, check the map.
Often coin-op, some stores are free.
Often paid, policy is set per store.
Varies by travel stop.
Varies by store.
Free at some New England stores.
Some fuel stations have air, many don't.
Franchise-owned, so each owner decides.
Franchise-owned, so each owner decides.
Franchise-owned, so each owner decides.
Varies by location, check the map.
What gas stations have free air? All chains compared →·Free air by state →
Tip: if the machine wants coins, ask at the register. Some clerks will turn it on for free, especially if you are buying gas. Policies change, so if a spot on the map is wrong, let us know.
Do gas stations have to give free air?
In most of the US, no. Two states are the big exception: California and Connecticut require gas stations to provide free air for tires. In California it is free for customers who buy fuel, and stations must also offer a working pressure gauge. In Connecticut it is free for anyone while the station is open.
If a station in one of these states charges you for air, ask the cashier to switch the machine to free mode. Everywhere else, free air is up to the owner, which is exactly why the map exists.
Free bike pumps near me
Cyclists have more options than drivers think. Look for a public bike repair station, a post with a floor pump and tools on a cable, found in parks, on college campuses and at transit stops.
- Bike shops often let you use their floor pump for free. Just ask.
- Gas station air works for Schrader valves (the car-style ones). Presta valves need a small adapter.
- Station compressors are powerful, so use short bursts. A bike tube fills in seconds and can burst.
Why proper tire pressure pays off
- Better fuel economy. Under-inflated tires make the engine work harder.
- Safer braking and handling, especially in rain.
- Longer tire life with even tread wear.
- Cold weather drops pressure, so check more often in fall and winter.
Cold weather drops tire pressure about 1 PSI for every 10 °F. Read the winter tire pressure guide for how much air to add. For free air by state, see free air by state. Want your own pump? Compare portable air compressors.
Aire gratis para llantas cerca de mí
¿Buscas una gasolinera con aire gratis cerca de ti? Abre el mapa, escribe tu ciudad o código postal y verás las gasolineras y talleres donde puedes inflar tus llantas sin pagar. Los puntos verdes indican aire gratis confirmado.
Ver el mapa →Free air: common questions
Do all gas stations have air pumps?
Most do, but not all, and not every pump works. Many stations use coin-operated machines, while others offer free air at the pump or switch the machine on for free if you ask inside. Check the map before you drive.
Which gas stations have free air?
Wawa, Sheetz, QuikTrip, QuickChek, Kwik Trip, Kum & Go, Stewart's Shops, Family Express, GetGo, Hy-Vee, Kroger, Co-op stations and Pilot truck stops offer free air at many locations. At RaceTrac, Circle K, Casey's, Speedway, 7-Eleven, Shell, BP and most other brands it depends on the individual store.
How much does air cost at a gas station?
Coin-operated air machines usually cost a dollar or two for a few minutes of air, and many take cards. In California, stations must give free air to customers who buy fuel, and in Connecticut to anyone while the station is open.
Where can I put air in my tires for free?
At gas stations with free air pumps, tire shops such as Discount Tire, Les Schwab, Belle Tire, Mavis or Gateway Tire, almost every Lowe's and some Costco stores. Search your city or ZIP on the map. Green pins are places confirmed to have free air.
Is there free air near me that is open now?
Tap a pin to see its opening hours. We know hours for about 41% of the places on the map, and many chains with free air, like Sheetz, Wawa, QuikTrip and Kwik Trip, are open 24/7. Tire shops only fill tires during business hours.
Is there an air tire pump at a gas station near me?
Most gas stations have an air pump, but not all of them are free. Search your city or ZIP on the map and look for green pins, which are confirmed free. Yellow pins are unconfirmed, so check the price before you fill up.
Do gas stations have to provide free air?
Only in some states. California requires free air for customers who buy gas, and Connecticut requires free air for anyone during business hours. Everywhere else it is the station owner’s decision.
What tire pressure should I use?
Use the PSI on the sticker inside the driver’s door jamb, not the maximum printed on the tire sidewall. Check when the tires are cold, before driving or after the car has been parked for a few hours.
Can I add a place with free air to the map?
Yes. Use the Add a location page to submit a new spot or correct an existing one. Every submission is reviewed before it goes live.