Vauxhall Runs Their Own “Cash For Clunkers” Program
Do you remember the popular Car Allowance Rebate System from 2009? You might remember it better as the “Cash for Clunkers” program. Old, yet drivable, cars that were inefficient were eligible for $3,500 or $4,500 credit towards the purchase of a new car. The program was implemented to help get gas guzzling cars off the […]
Shopping Where It’s Most Difficult to Afford Used Cars
We’ve all been raised with the notion that buying used cars, while a gamble, is typically the only option for those of us on a budget. Many financial gurus preach purchasing pre-owned cars to avoid immediate off-the-lot depreciation and recommend sticking with a vehicle you can pay cash for. While there’s merit to those claims, the […]
Word to Your Wallet: Used Car Prices Are Taking a Dive
No one can deny that, as the nation’s economy is recovering from the fiscal recession of the late 2000s, the automotive industry is also on the upswing. While that undeniably means new technological innovations and hot new models coming off the assembly line, that also means good news for used car buyers. With all the […]
Ford Fusion Hybrid History
Introduction The Ford Fusion Hybrid was first introduced to the market in 2009 as the first big surge towards more eco-friendly cars began, thanks to the government’s Cash for Clunkers program. Since its introduction, the Fusion Hybrid has quickly become one of the most popular hybrid options on the market, making it a sensible choice […]
Vauxhall Scrappage Allowance Scheme Returns, Offers Up to £2,000
If you are in the market for a new Vauxhall, the return of the automaker’s Scrappage Allowance Scheme and the possibility of getting up to £2,000 toward the purchase of a new vehicle should come as a pleasant incentive. The Scrappage Allowance Scheme provides up to £2,000 (including VAT) toward a new Vauxhall when customers […]
Fiat Chrysler Takes Advantage of VW Dieselgate Scandal in Italy
Last month, Volkswagen’s reputation took a major hit after it was discovered the German carmaker had cheated on emissions testing. As VW continues its battle to recover its reputation, one of its major competitors has decided to go in for the kill. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles recently announced a new incentive program in Italy that offers […]