Cash for Clunkers Math Seeing Zeros

With thousands of clunkers already turned in, many people doing the Cash for Clunkers math predict the monies are about to dry up. 

With an estimated 20,000 dealers accepting trade-ins for CARS credits and only 1 billion in funding, Cash for Clunkers math dictates that demand will far exceed the supply. If each participating dealer has booked 10 sales under the CARS program, 200,000 cars of the estimated 250,000 will have been sold by today. 

 Car dealers are already reporting upwards of 30-50 deals that already came in since the start of the program.   Greenway Dodge in Orlando Florida says that have already completed 38 Cash for Clunkers deals.  According to Conrad Letson, General Manager, “Traffic to our store nearly tripled since the program started.  This Saturday we spoke with over 100 people looking to make a Cash for Clunkers deal.  On a typical Saturday we might see about 35.”

Other dealers across the country are reporting the same overwhelming statistics.  According to Stacy Blackwell, Vice President of Bill Dodge Auto Group in Maine, “The response to the CARS program has been overwhelming.  We had 50 plus orders ready to go prior to the Friday launch date, did another 20 over the weekend and they just continue to roll in.  If it is being this well received by consumers across the country I cannot imagine the funds will be available for long.”

The staggering response to the program leads many to wonder; will the government’s Cash for Clunkers program need its own government bailout?  And if so, how quickly can congress get additional money to support the demand.   The momentum is picking up quickly as national ads on the radio and TV continue to flood the markets.

 The NHTSA website located at www.cars.gov  will be posting the amount of remaining funds in the program.  The momentum of back-logged sales could mean that the NHTSA countdown clock with have a very short lifespan.

 While funds continue to dry up, consumers are also petitioning for changes to the bill’s language.  Those with clunkers that did not qualify for the program based on standardized fuel ratings are lobbying for more flexible language in the bill’s provisions. 

 An online petition with over 3,000 registrants will be sent to the bill’s original sponsors.  To petition for more flexible regulations and more Cash for Clunkers funds, visit http://www.nocashforclunkers.com/

 Consumers can follow updates to the Cash for Clunkers bill on a popular consumer website that has been following the Cash for Clunkers bill since May: http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com . 

 Live Twitter updates are also available at http://twitter.com/cashclunkers

Chrysler Creates Universal Cash For Clunkers Program

Chrysler finally lays their cards on the table and rivals Hyundai by unveiling their Double Cash for Your Old Car promotion.  Consumers can combine their current incentives with their Cash for Clunkers rebate to save up to $9,000 on qualifying models. 

American ingenuity.  Chrysler played their poker hand perfectly, waiting until the last minute to unveil their Cash for Clunkers sales strategy.  With their cards on the table, Chrysler announces that they will offer additional rebates and incentives for consumers using a Cash for Clunkers credit.    The additional rebates can be combined with government issued CARS credits, adding up to $9,000 in savings on new Chrysler cars.

Chrysler’s timing couldn’t be better.  The American auto maker is the first US manufacturer to rival Hyundai’s Royal Flush.  Early in July, Hyundai was the first to disclose their Cash for Clunkers sale strategy, announcing that they would accept qualifying clunker trade-ins and issue rebates for clunkers turned in as early as July 1^st. .

The ‘Chrysler Double Cash for Your Old Car’ will offer consumers additional incentives that can be combined with the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) credit.  For some consumers this can equal up to $9,000 off the MSRP for new cars that qualify for the NHTSA CARS program.  The program will start on July 23^rd. 

The program also gives hope to consumers who don’t qualify for the NHTSA CARS program.  With the Chrysler incentives, consumers can realize savings equivalent to consumers who can get government credits under the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS).  In effect, Chrysler has created a universal Cash for Clunkers program for all Americans without all the paperwork.

Under the Double Your Cash program, Chrysler dealers will offer up to $4,500 Consumer Cash or 0% financing for 72 months through GMAC Financial Services on most 2009 model vehicles.  For example, qualifying consumers can get $9,250  in credits to purchase a 2008 PT Cruiser by combining a CARS credit of $3,500 and with Chrysler incentives.  If their clunker doesn’t qualify for CARS credit, they can still get $5,750 off the MSRP of a PT Cruiser.

 This information and more details about Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge specific incentives by model, you can view the summary incentives chart on:  http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/car-dealers/incentives/chrysler

Chrysler car shoppers who do not have a qualifying CARS clunker to trade in are still eligible for consumer cash and bonus cash.  Consumers can learn more about the Cash for Clunkers program and request a call from a participating local dealer by visiting http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/

Cash for Clunkers Trade-in Interest Points To Ford and Chevy

New information posted by consumers on the Cash for Clunkers Facts blog indicates that consumers are actively planning to trade in their qualifying clunker to purchase a new vehicle with a NHTSA Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) credit.  According to information collected from the site, a third of consumers will be trading in Ford and Chevy cars and trucks. 

At the same time, consumers have also noted their top picks for a new car purchase as Toyota, Honda, Ford and Chevrolet vehicles.   This presents an interesting opportunity for Chevy and Ford dealers across the nation to aggressively market to their existing customer lists to prevent them from jumping ship to another brand.

To see the complete list of information on consumer trade-ins, visit:  http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/bill/cash-for-clunkers-trade-in-vehicles

When the program starts in mid-July, consumers will have the opportunity to trade in their existing vehicle for a new, more fuel efficient vehicle.  The program is aimed at reducing the number of ‘gas guzzlers’ on the road by replacing them with new cars designed to be more eco-friendly.  It’s a move some suggest could help environmental factors and position the US to rely less on foreign oil.  Consumers will also save plenty at the pump.  The new bill rewards consumers who select new cars that get a fuel efficiency of 10MPG or more with a $4,500 credit. 

Consumers interested in learning more about the NHTSA CARS program, the only official website for car qualifications and rules in http://cars.gov .

Cash for Clunkers Implementation Delayed Until Late July

The most visited website for Cash for Clunkers (CFC) information is reporting that  the Car Allowance Rebate Program (CARS), the system administering the CFC program, will be implemented in Late July.  The government website was vague in releasing a firm start date, announcing only that the program would begin ‘late July’.

This poses a question about when consumers can purchase a qualifying new car because the PDF document outlining the language of the bill on the CARS website indicates cars purchased between July  1, 2009 and November 1, 2009 will qualify for the program.  These conflicting dates need clarification by the NHTSA but it would seem that the CARS website is advising car buyers to contact their local dealers in late July.

Car dealers across the nation and consumers alike have been following the progress of the bill  on www.CashforClunkersFacts.com , the #1 destination for consumers seeking information on the bill.  Undoubtedly, both consumers and dealers are looking forward to a July 1^st start date, which would have made for a frenzied holiday shopping weekend. 

Now that the Cash for Clunkers  has pushed the implementation date to Late July , the government has more time to educate consumers and dealers about the provisions of the new bill.  To date,  only basic information about the program has been clarified.  Car dealers have the least amount of information on how the bill will affect your business model.

The CashforClunkersFacts.com website is by far the most visited site which provides comprehensive information for consumers and dealers.  The site also includes a popular FAQ page which answers questions that have poured in to the website over the past few weeks.  The FAQ page is located at http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/bill-faq

Consumers can follow late breaking developments on the start of the new bill by signing up for email alerts on http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/ or following the live stream of information on Twitter.  The Twitter site is http://twitter.com/cashclunkers

Spanish Cash for Clunkers Website Launches

Consumers across the country are sending in hundreds of email questions every day and the range of questions show just how little clarity there is on the scope of the bill.  Up until now, there has been no formalized flow of information for Spanish speaking residents.  Spanish speaking consumers can now visit http://espanol.cashforclunkersfacts.com/ to learn more about the new bill.

The Cash for Clunkers Facts website was one of the first to launch in the US with dedicated information streaming live on the ‘news’ section of the site as well as an option to sign up for email alerts for late breaking announcements.   The Spanish version website includes all of the same convenient features for car buyers and car dealers who want to learn more about the bill.  Both sites help consumers find local dealers who are knowledgeable about the program and can answer more specific car buying questions.

To visit the Spanish version of the popular Cash for Clunkers website, visit http://espanol.cashforclunkersfacts.com/

Cash for Clunkers Dealers in Mississippi

Mississippi car dealers who want to attract consumers looking to buy a car under the Cash for Clunkers voucher program should add their dealer info to the Cash for Clunkers Facts national directory.  The site lists Participating Dealers by the brands that they sell.

Car dealers can add their name to the national directory by visiting http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/advertise/dealer-cfc-badge .  Here dealers can get a Cash for Clunkers badge to display on their website and request to be added to the nationwide directory of participating dealers.

Mississippi car buyers who want to be connected with participating Cash for Clunkers car dealers in their area can visit http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/dealers/mississippi for more information.

The www.cashforclunkersfacts.com website is the most visited website for consumer and car dealers, delivering the most up to date information on the new bill which begins July 1^st .

The site was created and is managed by the Pasch Consulting Group, who says they have received thousands of emails regarding the passage of the new bill.  Under the bill’s provisions, consumers who trade in their current clunker could receive a voucher worth up to $4,500 that may be used towards the purchase of a new, more fuel efficient car.

Mississippi car dealers are encouraged to register for the national directory as well as display the Cash for Clunkers badge on their website in time for the 4^th of July holiday weekend.  With the new bill in place, car sales for this weekend are expected to reach record numbers.  Dealers who take proactive measures to advertise their knowledge and support of the Cash for Clunkers bill will gain a major competitive edge over their competition.

The Cash for Clunkers program still has many questions that have gone unanswered by law makers.  A popular FAQ page has been set up so car dealers and consumers can learn more about the bill and what they will be entitled to when purchasing a car.  The FAQ page is located at http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/bill-faq

For the latest information regarding the Cash for Clunkers bill, visit http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com

Cash for Clunkers Direct Mail Campaign Awarded to Cubic Marketing

The CashforClunkersFacts.com website has selected Cubic Marketing, Inc. in California to help with the massive effort of educating US consumers and car dealerships about the new Cash for Clunkers bill that is about to be signed into law. 

Cubic Marketing will be responsible for generating and distributing direct mail pieces that will inform the general public and car dealers about the new bill which grants car buyers a voucher of up to $4,500 if they trade in their current clunker for a new, more fuel efficient vehicle. 

Cubic Marketing has been specializing in automotive direct mail for the past 10 years and was selected by the Pasch Consulting Group, who manages www.CashforClunkersFacts.com.  The Cash for Clunkers Facts website is the official site for facts and late breaking news about the new bill and is the #1 destination for consumers following the status of the impending bill. 

Consumer interest in the Cash for Clunkers bill has skyrocketed now that the bill has moved past several major political hurdles .  Traffic to www.cashforclunkersfacts.com  surpassed past records on Thursday when the Senate approved the spending provision in the late afternoon. 

When Cash for Clunkers is officially passed, Cubic Marketing will work to inform Consumers and dealers about the bill’s provisions through direct mail advertising.  Consumers and car dealers can learn more about the bill by visiting http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com

About Cubic Marketing

Cubic Marketing specializes in automotive direct mail campaigns.  They offer full service solutions including concept, design, and product delivery.  Cubic Marketing has served the auto industry for the past 10 years.   Visit their website online at http://www.cubicdirectmail.com/

Best Information on Cash for Clunkers Bill Posted to CFC Website

Cash for Clunkers Program is poised to be signed into law as part of a  $106 billion wartime spending bill.  For new car buyers, the bill will provide much needed relief in the form of vouchers worth up to $4,500 that can be used towards the purchase of a new, fuel efficient car. 

Consumers are encouraged to get all of the facts on the bill’s provisions and learn whether or not their car or truck would qualify as a Cash for Clunker trade-in.   The site is located at http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com  and is the #1 destination for consumers seeking information on the bill.  Cars that are currently worth more than $4,500 would not qualify for the program.

Consumer interest in the Cash for Clunkers bill has skyrocketed .  Traffic to www.cashforclunkersfacts.com  surpassing past records on Thursday when the Senate approved the spending provision in the late afternoon.

Interest started to increase earlier this week when the House approved an initial $1 billion in funding for the bill.  Then, late afternoon on June 18^th Cash for Clunkers made its way past Republican Senators who tried to block the program from being added to a $106 billion war funding bill.  Senators voted 60-to-36 to keep the bill alive.

CashforClunkersFacts.com is dedicated to helping consumers understand the bill as well as see if their car qualifies for a trade-in voucher.  The website allows consumers to search for competitive price quotes for the new vehicle of their choice.  The website has also started a mailing list for those who want to receive alerts and updates as well as be informed when the bill passes. 

To learn more about the Cash for Clunkers bill, a FAQ page has been set up to answer common questions that have poured into the website.  These questions and answers can be found at http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/bill-faq

Live updates are also being streamed live on Twitter at http://twitter.com/cashclunkers

Cash for Clunkers Information Updates Live Online

The latest news on the approval of the Cash for Clunkers bill addition to the war time funding bill can be found online at www.cashforclunkersfacts.com.  

Republicans in the U.S. Senate failed today to remove the $1 billion provision from a $106 billion war funding bill. The majority Democrats needed to reach 60 votes to keep the program in the war-funding bill. They reached exactly 60 after the vote was kept open for more than a half hour.  

The bill proposes to give consumers up to $4,500 to purchase a new, more fuel-efficient car.  In order to qualify, consumers would have to trade in their gas guzzlers for a more fuel-efficient vehicle that averages between 2 to 10 additional miles per gallon.  

Critics feel that the cash-for-clunkers program is too expensive and might not do much to boost sales or clean the environment.  However proponents rest their support on the fact that the bill could help move 1 million new cars across the US and position the US to become less dependent on foreign oil.  Final adoption of the program by Congress is expected to take place next week.

Consumers can follow the latest updates on the Cash for Clunkers bill, read program details and locate participating dealers at http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/

For more information, visit http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/epa .  Live updates are also available on Twitter at http://twitter.com/cashclunkers

Updates on the Cash for Clunkers Bill Are Now Available on Twitter

The www.cashforclunkersfacts.com website receives thousands of visitors each day who are following the proposed legislation closely as it makes its way through the House.  Now consumers can get instant updates through their Twitter.com account.  

Consumers can follow updates to the Cash for Clunkers bill on Twitter at http://twitter.com/cashclunkers

If passed, consumers could receive a voucher of up to $4,500 if they trade in their current clunker for a more fuel efficient vehicle.  Car dealers across the nation also stand to gain big business as law makers suggest the new bill could help sell 1 million new cars. 

Cash for Clunkers has attracted widespread interest across the nation, with hundreds of emails pouring in to www.cashforclunkersfacts.com from consumers wanting to know if they will be eligible for a new car voucher.  A FAQ page has been added and updated on the website which provides answers to the most frequent questions being asked.  Consumers can view questions and answers related to the Cash for Clunkers bill at http://www.cashforclunkersfacts.com/bill-faq

Cash for Clunker email alerts are being sent out to anyone who signs up at www.cashforclunkersfacts.com .  Now consumers can also choose to get Cash for Clunkers tweets as updates happen. 

Visit http://twitter.com/cashclunkers to sign up for Twitter alerts about the Cash for Clunkers bill.