PETROL discounting schemes could be scrapped after the prices watchdog accused Coles of overcharging customers.
shopping voucher discounts could be phased out. in response to the crackdown
Coles was yesterday caught selling petrol as much as 14 cents a litre higher than the Melbourne average this week.
buyers in the habit of using shopper dockets may not realise that other outlets are much cheaper - even after using their discount voucher.
found Coles Express to be the predominant price hiker,"
Mr Walker said at 9am yesterday Coles outlets were charging up to $1:55.9 cents a litre compared with the average Melbourne price of $1:41.8.
not doing anything illegal, but urged motorists to shop around
"Consumers shouldn't be fooled that the discount voucher from Coles will not necessarily get them cheaper petrol."
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