Posted in Auto News, CARS Program (Cash for Clunkers) on Jul 29th, 2009
Are you in the market to buy a new car and planning to use the “Cash for Clunkers” rebate to help offset the cost of a new car? If so, make sure you check out the EPA’s recently revised guidelines for fuel economy. The EPA uses what’s on the sticker for guidance. However, the Car [...]
Posted in Auto News, CARS Program (Cash for Clunkers) on Jul 20th, 2009
On July 24, the government’s Car Allowance Rebate System program — it’s informally referred to as “Cash for Clunkers” — begins. To help car owners better understand the program, Irvine, Calif-based Kelley Blue Book is offering a free online service that outlines the rules for Cash for Clunkers, as well as a ‘Clunker Calculator‘ to [...]
Posted in Auto News, CARS Program (Cash for Clunkers) on Jul 12th, 2009
The federal Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) has begun offering up to $4,500 toward the purchase of a new car when owners of older, less fuel efficient cars trade-in their vehicles. Although the CARS Act makes transactions on and after July 1 potentially eligible for credits under the program, dealers and consumers may want to [...]
Posted in Auto News, CARS Program (Cash for Clunkers) on Jun 9th, 2009
The U.S. House recently approved the “cash for clunkers” legislation, and consumers could receive $4,500 in rebates for trading in gas-guzzlers for newer, more fuel efficient vehicles. The bill drew overwhelming support from automakers, local business groups and dealers who contend its passage could improve auto sales during the economic downturn. The bill has been [...]