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2009 Nissan Cube Review

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MPG-o-Matic Nissan Cube Review Summary: The Nissan Cube merges polarizing design with practical functionality. With a base price in the low teens, the Cube appeals to drivers looking for something that’s completely different, yet affordable.

The 2009 Nissan Cube is fitted with a 1.8-liter four cylinder engine, mated to either a six-speed manual or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Cube’s DOHC inline four, which is shared with the Nissan Versa, produces 122 horsepower (HP) and 127 foot pounds of torque.

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro V6 Review

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MPG-o-Matic Chevrolet Camaro V6 Review Summary:
With an efficient 3.6-liter V6 engine, the 2010 Chevy Camaro 2LT is a rock star with a conscience, easily capable of scoring 30 MPG highway when driven with a light foot. The Camaro turned more heads and elicited more positive responses on the street then any vehicle we’ve tested in the last year, with the possible exception of the Dodge Challenger.

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Cash For Clunkers Qualifications

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Hold onto your hats (and your wallets). Uncle Sam’s Cash for Clunkers program is roaring down the track. The federal government’s Cash Allowance Rebate System (CARS), has set aside $1,000,000,000 to jump start ailing automotive sales by giving individual consumers $3,500 or $4,500 credits towards the purchase of a new vehicle with a higher fuel economy rating.

The CARS program is set to run until November 30th of this year, or until the funds are exhausted. Congress may or may not renew the program when the allocation runs out.

The Cash for Clunkers rules include eligibility requirements for both the surrendered and new vehicles. Unfortunately, the vast majority of folks will not qualify.

The car, truck, or SUV that’s turned in must meet the following requirements:

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