Find Out if You Qualify For Cash For Clunkers

The Cash for Clunkers, (a.k.a. CARS, Cash Allowance Rebate System) program is officially launched, and of course you want to know if you qualify for it right? Of course you do. You want to save the environment I'm sure. At least that is what you are telling everyone. You just want the $4500 am I right? :)

You guys that like to see if you can pick up your next ride on the cheap at free online auctions may have a better discount with this new CARS program. How do you take advantage of it?

These are the general guidelines for the Cash 4 Clunkers program, but jump to the bottom of the post to find out if your car is eligible, as well as all the eligible vehicles for the Cash 4 Clunkers program.

What are the trade-in qualifications needed to receive the voucher?
-- Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date
-- Only purchase or lease of new vehicles qualify
-- Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large
pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements)
-- Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the
full year preceding the trade-in
-- Dealers must register to be a part of the program. Consumers should
ask this of dealers.
-- You don't need a voucher, dealers will apply a credit at purchase
-- Program runs through Nov. 1, 2009 or when the government funds are
exhausted, whichever comes first

-- The vehicle that you are trading in is required to be destroyed.
Furthermore, the dealer is to disclose to you an estimate of the scrap
value of your trade-in. The scrap value, however minimal, will be in
addition to the rebate, and not in place of the rebate.

To find out if YOUR specific car qualifies for the Cash 4 Clunkers (CARS) program you can find that information here with this handy trade in amount calculator. Just use the drop down menus to see if your car is on the eligibility list of the Cash 4 Clunkers vouchers, and how much YOUR car will get you in vouchers for a trade in.

New Audi R8 Era Begins with First V10 Models in the U.S.

On July 23, 2009, Audi launched the V10 era of the acclaimed R8 sports car by delivering the first two 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro models in the U.S. to two winning bidders from the 2009 Boca Raton Concours d' Elegance charity auction.

The two vehicles were auctioned off for charity and became the highest price a pair of Audis raked in at auction in the U.S. before their official sales release. The combined rake was $850,000 with the excitement brought by those wanting the cars.

the actual price of the autos was announced as well. The U.S. manufacturer's suggested retail price for the highly anticipated 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro V10 sports car will start at an astounding $146,000, with shipments to authorized Audi R8 dealerships across the country beginning this week. Guess I'll have to cancel my appointment at my orange nj dentist and start saving up.

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 quattro Review

The 2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Quattro is part of the group of cars designated as "small-crossover". Basically what that entails is that it is an SUV in a car's body. A small sedan with some of the attributes of an SUV.

The Wuattro really impresses in its class, and is also one of the most expensive vehicles in its class starting at over $37,000 and running all the way up to over $52,000. The Prestige Package costing $11,000 which includes: a cool panoramic sunroof, xenon headlights with led daytime running lights, Homelink, power tailgate, heated front seats, Bluetooth integration, driver’s seat memory, auto-dimming mirror with compass, power folding mirrors, Audi music interface with iPod cable, stainless steel trunk edge, premium Bang and Olufsen sound system, keyless entry and ignition, 19-inch wheels, Audi parking system with rear view camera, and Audi’s MMI navigation system. We also have the $2,950 Audi drive system and $500 side assist. Along with the $825 destination charge our sticker shows a substantial $52,475. Basically everyhting except your own personalized motorcycle covers

The car itself is probably the best in its class, however. Read the full review here.

2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid Review

Time for another look at another hybrid coming out this year. The 2009 Nissan Ultima is part of the 4th generation Ultima Sedan.

Like its competitors in the midsize sedan category, the Altima is a transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive machine offered with four-cylinder and V6 engines. In style and demeanor, the Altima tends toward the more interesting, less generic end of its class, and that has helped make it Nissan's best seller. The Altima Hybrid loses none of its basic character and road manners, while allowing Nissan to explore hybrid technology.

While Nissan hasn't built their own hybrid technology in house there is no fear in that regard. Toyota has already been there and they are willing to sell their research to competitors for a good price. Much less than what an in-house research budget would be of course. Guess they get the wholesale computers price. Read full review here.