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Important Information on new MPG Ratings: In conjunction with the CARS final rule, EPA updated fuel economy data on fueleconomy.gov onJuly 24th. The changes affected the eligibility of certain vehicles under the CARS program.Of the 30,000 vehicle model types spanning 25 years, 78 cars no longer qualify, but 86 newvehicles are now eligible.NHTSA will process transactions in accordance with the data on fueleconomy.gov. The 78 vehiclemodel types that were eligible under EPA's mileage criteria until EPA's revisions were issued on July 24th will continue to be considered as eligible for transactions that occurred on or before July24th. The 86 model types that became eligible on July 24th will be treated as eligible if they are part ofsale or lease that occurred on or after July 24th.
What is the Car Allowance Rebate System?
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. Theprogram is designed to energize the economy; boost auto sales and put safer, cleaner and more fuel-efficient vehicles on the nation's roadways. Click here to view the list of eligible cars Click here to view the list of ineligible cars To search all vehicles, click the MPG Ratings tab at thetop of the pageConsumers will be able to take advantage of this program and receive a $3,500 or $4,500discount from the car dealer when they trade in their old vehicle and purchase or lease a newone. Consumers you do not need to register anywhere or at anytime for this program. However,to find out eligibility requirements
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Consumer Bill of Rights click here. What is NHTSA doing to guard against fraud? Click here for more information. Allegations offraud may be reported by calling our toll-free 24-hour hotline at 1-800-424-9071.
New Amendment To The Rule The agency amended its rule implementing the CARS program. Dealers may now choose todisable the engine of the trade-in vehicle after they receive payment from the government for thecredit (not more than seven calendar days after payment). However, until the vehicle ʼs engine isdisabled, the dealer must store the vehicle at a location under the control of the dealership.In addition, because New Hampshire and Wisconsin do not have an insurance requirement underState law, trade-in vehicles registered in these two States are exempt from the one-yearinsurance requirement.Click here to view the agency's amendment to the rule. |
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