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Federal CARS ("Cash for Clunkers")
Program:
 "The Car Allowance
Rebate System (CARS) is a $3 billion government program that helps consumers
buy or lease a more environmentally friendly vehicle from a participating
dealer when they trade in a less fuel-efficient car or truck. The program is
designed to energize the economy; boost auto sales and put safer, cleaner
and more fuel-efficient vehicles on the nation's roadways." For more
information, visit CARS.gov.
Note: This program expired as of August 24, 2009 at
5 p.m.
Eligibility Requirements:
"There are several requirements (but you also have to meet certain
conditions for the car or truck you wish to buy). Your dealer can help you
determine whether you have an eligible trade in vehicle.
Your trade-in vehicle must:
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Have been manufactured less than 25
years before the date you trade it in
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Have a "new" combined city/highway
fuel economy of 18 miles per gallon or less
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Be in drivable condition
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Be continuously insured and registered
to the same owner for the full year preceding the trade-in
Note that work trucks (i.e., very large pickup trucks and cargo
vans) have different requirements."
Questions:
The CARS Program is not
specific to the State of California. It is a nationwide program. The South
Coast Air Quality Management District is not affiliated with the CARS Program.
If you have any questions regarding the CARS Program, please contact the
U.S. Department of Transportation:
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