Where does Tinque get its gas price data?
Tinque pulls real-time price data directly from the Régie de l'énergie du Québec, Quebec's official energy regulator. This ensures you're always seeing accurate, official prices across the province.
How often are prices updated in Tinque?
Prices are refreshed every 20 minutes, so you're seeing near real-time information as gas stations update their rates. This keeps you ahead of price swings throughout the day.
What fuel types does Tinque track?
Tinque tracks three fuel types: Regular (Régulier), Premium (Super), and Diesel. You can filter by any fuel type to find the best prices for what you need.
How do I find the cheapest gas station near me?
Open the map in Tinque and you'll see station clusters with prices. Tap to zoom in and see individual stations, or use the "Cheapest stations" list view to sort by lowest price. You can also filter by brand to narrow your search.
Can I plan a trip with Tinque?
Yes! Tinque includes a trip planning feature that shows gas prices along your route, helping you decide where to fill up before you hit the road. This is especially useful for longer drives across Quebec.
What is Tinque Premium?
Tinque Premium is a subscription feature that gives you access to 30-day price history with an interactive timeline slider. You can see how prices have trended over the past month to spot patterns and plan your fill-ups strategically.
How do I unlock Tinque Premium?
Tinque Premium is currently accessible via promo code. Keep an eye on our social media and website for promotional offers that unlock the full feature set with a monthly subscription.
What can I see with the price history timeline slider?
With Tinque Premium, you can slide through the past 30 days of price data for any station to see how prices have changed over time. This helps you understand whether prices are trending up or down before you fill up.
Which regions of Quebec does Tinque cover?
Tinque covers all of Quebec, pulling data from gas stations across the entire province through the Régie de l'énergie du Québec database. Whether you're in Montreal, Quebec City, or a rural area, you'll find station prices.
Is Tinque available as an iPhone app?
Tinque is currently available as a web app (PWA) that works great on iPhone—you can add it to your home screen directly from Safari for an app-like experience. A native iOS app is in development and will be available on the App Store soon.
Is Tinque free to use?
Yes, Tinque is free to download and use. The core features—real-time prices, map, filters, and cheapest station lists—are completely free. Tinque Premium (30-day price history) is available via a monthly subscription or promo code.
Why might the price shown in Tinque differ from the pump price?
Tinque shows prices reported to the Régie de l'énergie du Québec, which are refreshed every 20 minutes. If a station just changed its price at the pump, it may take up to 20 minutes to appear in Tinque. Small regional variations or temporary promotions at the pump may also not be reflected immediately.
Can I filter gas stations by brand in Tinque?
Yes! Use the brand filter to show only the stations you prefer—whether that's Shell, Ultramar, Costco, or any other major brand in Quebec. Combined with price and fuel type filters, you can narrow down your options quickly.
What's a smart tip for saving on gas with Tinque?
Use Tinque Premium's 30-day price history to spot your local station's price cycles—most stations follow predictable patterns. Plan your fill-ups for the days when prices typically dip, and use trip planning before long drives to identify the cheapest stops along your route.