Detour Gas Savings Evaluator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Calculate fuel costs and determine if off-route gas stations actually save money.
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Why people use Detour Gas Savings Evaluator
Detour Gas Savings Evaluator: Solving the Gas Price Trap
This Connector changes that by doing the math for you instantly. You tell your agent the prices and your car's MPG, and it gives you a clear answer on whether to take the detour or stay on the main road.
What Vinkius changes
You get a clear yes or no on whether a cheaper gas station is actually worth the drive.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
The long-haul driver
A trucker wants to know if a station 15 miles off-route at 5 cents cheaper is worth the detour for a full tank.
- Real-world use case 02
The fleet manager
A manager wants to see if a detour is profitable for a truck getting 6 MPG vs 8 MPG.
- Real-world use case 03
The road tripper
A family wants to know if driving 10 miles extra to save $0.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Detour Gas Savings Evaluator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Detour Gas Savings Evaluator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Detour Gas Savings Evaluator.
- 01 Capability
Calculate breakeven volume
Find the minimum liters or gallons you need to buy to make an off-route stop worth the extra mileage. This capability helps you avoid small tank refills that don't cover the cost of the detour.
- 02 Capability
Assess efficiency sensitivity
See how much your car's fuel economy changes the profitability of a specific gas station detour. It helps you understand how different MPG ratings affect your total savings.
- 03 Capability
Evaluate detour profitability
Determine if a specific detour plan results in a net financial gain or a loss based on your inputs. Use it to get a clear yes or no on whether a cheaper station is worth the drive.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Detour Gas Savings Evaluator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Detour Gas Savings Evaluator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Detour Gas Savings Evaluator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Detour Gas Savings Evaluator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Detour Gas Savings Evaluator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"detour-gas-savings-evaluator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"detour-gas-savings-evaluator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator
Ask Copilot: "Using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"detour-gas-savings-evaluator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"detour-gas-savings-evaluator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator
Ask Cline: "Using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add detour-gas-savings-evaluator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xeDqYP3NYPthJ2WuhHbDUcGZgxPH95zG0oU6dI3g/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator
Ask Claude: "Using Detour Gas Savings Evaluator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Detour Gas Savings Evaluator can move forward.
This is for drivers who are tired of overpaying at gas stations but don't want to waste time on deals that don't actually save money. It is for people who want to optimize their trip costs without doing manual math.
Fleet Manager
Analyzes fuel costs across multiple vehicles to ensure drivers aren't taking unprofitable detours.
Long-haul Trucker
Quickly checks if a cheaper fuel stop justifies the extra miles on a long route.
Budget-conscious Commuter
Decides if a local gas station deal is worth the extra minutes of driving.
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Before you connect
Questions about Detour Gas Savings Evaluator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Does the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator help me save money on long road trips?
Yes, it helps you determine if a cheaper gas station is actually worth the extra mileage. It calculates the fuel you'll burn to get there and compares it against the price difference, so you can decide if a detour is a smart financial move.
How does the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator calculate my fuel costs?
It takes your vehicle's fuel economy and the distance of the detour to estimate how much gas you'll use. It then compares that cost to the lower price at the destination to give you a net savings figure.
Does the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator work for different types of vehicles?
Yes, it works for any vehicle with a known fuel economy. You just provide your miles per gallon or liters per 100km, and it adjusts the math to fit your specific car or truck.
Can I use the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator to manage a fleet's fuel costs?
It's perfect for fleet managers who need to verify if drivers are making profitable stops. You can check if a detour is worth it for different vehicle types in your fleet to keep costs down.
Why should I use the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator instead of just looking at gas prices?
Because a lower price doesn't always mean a lower total cost. This capability ensures you don't waste fuel on a "deal" that costs more to reach than you save at the pump.
How accurate is the Detour Gas Savings Evaluator for calculating my savings?
It provides a precise calculation based on the numbers you provide. By factoring in your exact fuel economy and the distance of the detour, it gives you a much more accurate picture than just looking at a map.
How does the profitability calculation work?
The capability calculates the cost of the extra fuel consumed during the round trip detour and compares it against the gross savings gained from the lower price per liter. If the savings exceed the consumption cost, the detour is profitable.
What inputs are required for `calculate_breakeven_volume`?
You need to provide the fuel price on your main route, the cheaper price at the detour station, the extra distance added by the detour, and your vehicle's fuel efficiency (km/L).
Can I use this to plan long road trips?
Yes, it is ideal for trip planning when you encounter cheaper fuel options off your primary path. It helps ensure that the time and fuel spent detouring actually result in monetary savings.
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