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08/07/2009

Don’t Get Scammed When Participating in the Federal Cash for Clunkers Program

In late June President Obama signed into law the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) or Cash for Clunkers program. CARS provides a rebate for consumers who trade in qualifying gas guzzlers for more energy efficient cars. Unfortunately, even before the program began, scammers were attempting to ply their trade and Better Business Bureau offers the following guidance for car shoppers on how to participate in the program and avoid getting scammed.

06/30/2009

BBB Advises Used Car Shoppers: Do Your Research or You Could Be Buying a Stolen car

As more families look to stretch their dollar, buying a used car, instead of new, is increasingly popular. Unfortunately, some law enforcement are reporting that VIN cloning—which targets used car buyers—is on the rise and Better Business Bureau advises car buyers to do their research or they could unknowingly purchase a stolen car.