Thread: Dude, I'm buying an Avenger!!!

Chrysler LLC Delivers Economic Stimulus; Protects Consumers from Rising Gas Prices for Three Years



- "Let's Refuel America" available throughout the U.S. exclusively at Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge dealerships through June 2, 2008 - Three-year price protection from volatile gas prices available on compact, mid-size and full-size models, minivans, crossovers and pickup truck models - Seventy-six percent of customers cite rising gas prices as "top concern" AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 5 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to directcustomer feedback citing the prospect of rising gas prices as a topconcern, Chrysler LLC today announces its own economic stimulus package: anexclusive gas price protection policy that eliminates the risk of furtherspikes in fuel prices. With the U.S. purchase of eligible Chrysler, Jeepand Dodge vehicles, customers can enroll in the "Let's Refuel America"program and receive a gas card that immediately lowers their gas price to$2.99 a gallon, and keeps it there for three years. The offer is availableat 3,511 U.S. Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships through June 2, 2008,and is available on vehicles ranging from popular new compacts, crossoversand minivans to full-size diesel-powered pickup trucks. "Today we are proud to introduce an unprecedented program to help putcustomers' minds at ease and do something to help working people who areworried about the volatility of fuel prices and vehicle cost of ownership,"said Jim Press, Vice-Chairman and President, Chrysler LLC. "The Let'sRefuel America Price Guarantee puts money in your pocket today, and allowsour customers to better manage their fuel expenses. And you can't get itanywhere else besides a Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge dealership." The Let's Refuel America program offers consumers a combination of thefuel price protection program and additional bonus cash up to $3,000 onavailable vehicles, including Chrysler PT Cruiser, Dodge Charger, JeepGrand Cherokee, Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ram. Consumer Economic Solutions Chrysler has a number of solutions to help our customers during thesetough economic times. "Chrysler is committed to providing the best value,and the least worries, for our customers," said Press. Chrysler's lineup includes five models for under $20,000 that get 28miles-per-gallon or better on the highway. To protect consumers fromunexpected repair costs in the future, Chrysler models come with theindustry's best powertrain warranty, covering the original owner for thelife of the vehicle. And Chrysler has made a number of its most popularoptions standard on its New Day Package vehicles. Fuel Economy Solutions Chrysler currently offers six models that get better than 28 miles-per-gallon on the highway: Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Sebring Convertible,Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Dodge Caliber. Through April,the six of these models combined have higher sales than in the first fourmonths of 2007. The recently-launched 2009 Dodge Journey comes with an available 173-hpfour cylinder engine, helping it achieve best in class fuel economy. The Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel 3.0-liter engine provides aclass-leading driving range of approximately 450 miles and gets anestimated fuel economy of 18 miles/city and 23 miles/highway for 4x2 modelsand 17 miles/city and 22 miles/highway for 4x4 models. Outside of NorthAmerica where fuel-saving diesel engines are in higher demand, Chrysleroffers 17 models with diesel powertrains. This fall, Chrysler will launch in the United States, two new hybridSUVs, the Dodge Durango Hybrid and Chrysler Aspen Hybrid, boasting a fueleconomy improvement of more than 25 percent overall, and 40 percent in thecity. In 2010, the Dodge Ram Hybrid will reach the market. Chrysler is currently in the midst of a $3 billion powertraininvestment offensive to develop new fuel-efficient powertrains and axlesfor our next- generation models. Chrysler supports the federal government's new dramatically increasedCAFE fuel economy standards, which will increase fuel efficiency by anaverage of 40 percent by 2020. Recently, Chrysler joined the US ClimateAction Partnership, working to find solutions to global greenhouse gasemissions. Customer Advisory Board In February, Chrysler created the industry's first Customer AdvisoryBoard to encourage a direct dialogue with customers and gather insight andfeedback. A recent Advisory Board survey generated the following results:
- 76 percent of the community is "very concerned" or "extremely concerned" about fuel prices. - 83 percent of the community responded that fuel prices will affect their summer vacation plans. (Note: the poll shows that 19 percent responded "extremely", 22 percent responded "very much", 30 percent responded "somewhat", and 12 percent responded slightly, 17 percent responded that it won't affect their plans.) Program Description The Let's Refuel America gas card program works when a customerpurchases a new and unused Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge vehicle and selects theprogram in lieu of other available incentives. The customer is providedwith the registration process documentation and registers providing theirrequired personal information via the dedicated web site or toll-free 800number. Once registered, the customer receives their gas card andseparately, their Personal Identification Number (PIN) within 4 to 6 weeksof application. The customer then swipes their Let's Refuel America GasCard at an eligible gas station, selecting up to 87 octane regular, E85fuel or diesel fuel, and enters their PIN to begin the fueling process.After the fuel transaction occurs, the customer's personal credit card(identified in the registration process) is charged $2.99 per gallon.
Let's Refuel America Eligibility The following vehicles are eligible for the Let's Refuel America program: Small/Compact Car Dodge Caliber, Chrysler PT Cruiser, Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible Mid-size Car Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Sebring Convertible Large Car Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Magnum Crossover Dodge Journey Minivan Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town and Country Compact SUV Jeep Patriot, Jeep Compass Mid-size SUV Dodge Nitro, Jeep Liberty Large SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen Pickup Truck Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ram, Dodge Ram HD The following vehicles are not eligible for the Let's Refuel Americaprogram: All SRT models, Dodge Viper, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Ram ChassisCab, Chrysler Crossfire, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge Sprinter.
Select Program Offer - $2.99 guaranteed fuel card for up to 3 years - Offer valid with up to 87 octane regular unleaded fuel, E85 fuel or diesel fuel only, depending upon purchased vehicle* - Yearly allotment of gallons provided - Annual gallon allotment ends each year on 7/31 (first year ends 7/31/09) Enroll - Easily register via a dedicated web site or by calling designated 1-800 number - Personalized Let's Refuel America Gas Card arrives within 4-6 weeks of receipt of application Use & Save - Use the Let's Refuel America Gas Card like any credit card - just swipe and type in your PIN to use - Check account transactions online * If mid-grade or premium unleaded fuel is purchased, the customer willbe billed for the $2.99 plus $.15 per gallon for mid-grade (88-89 octane)or plus $.30 for premium (90-94 octane). All other grades of fuel higherthan 94 octane are not covered under this program and the full pump pricewill be billed through to the customer plus a $2 service fee pertransaction with no gallon usage penalty. If customer purchases unleadedgas (including E85) on a diesel card, or diesel fuel on an unleaded gascard, the customer will be billed the full pump price plus $2 service feeper transaction with no gallon usage penalty.

Yea heard about this on the news yesterday...good plan for anyone thats interested in Chrysler...

I am deeply now considering a new car. And either that r/t avenger or that sexy ass one series...

cliffs notes?

aaah that 1 series is hott!

Originally Posted by ash

cliffs notes?

x2 lol i'm too lazy to read all of that.

x3 wtf lol

way too much to read...

x5....

I believe it has something to do with.... if you buy those specific cars you get this special gas card for 3 years at which you can purchase gas anywhere at 2.99 per gallon no matter how high the gas prices are

sounds cool... but i did not read it fully either =] lol

Originally Posted by TBb15

x5....

x6 i stopped after the first line

this thread is funny lol, noone wants to read the whole thing lol

I tried to start reading that essay but that would mean I make more a effort to read here then I actually do for school...

I read two sentences and gave up...

If you buy one of their vehicles, you'll get gas @ $2.99/gal for 3 years.

From autoblog:

Between now and June 2, anyone who buys any new Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicle will be able to register for a "Let's Refuel America" card. Once the customer registers a credit card with the program, they will receive a new card that they can then use at participating gas stations to fuel up their new car or truck. When the card is used, the credit card that the owner has on file will be billed $2.99 a gallon for either regular gas, E85 or diesel fuel. Chrysler will pay the difference. The best part is the price is locked in for THREE years. Now that's real savings. There are of course limitations on the deal.

BUT...

These incentive programs are nothing but promotions designed to grab headlines and make buyers feel like they're getting more money back than they actually are. Playing off the media's hysteria over high gas prices, Chrysler (and Suzuki) is betting buyers will feel that paying $2.99/gallon for three years is more valuable than a $2,000 cash back rebate. Trust the math, it's really not. Nevertheless, it will likely sell more Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles than a boring $2,000 rebate would.

It's just a simple mind game, a trick that will get Chrysler to sell their cars.

The average mileage in a typical american home is 12,000/year which takes approx 600gallons of gas to fulfill (using 20mpg as an average).

Now regular gas is now $3.53 in NYC and surrounding areas. Let's take the highest price I've seen thus far which is $4.07 for arguments sake.

$4.07 - $2.99 = $1.08

$1.08 x 600gal/yr = $648

$648 x 3yrs = $1944

I'll take the $2000 rebate any day over a "stewpid" gas card.

i dunno but im averaging 17k/yr so im not average lol

Originally Posted by TBb15

i dunno but im averaging 17k/yr so im not average lol

As Ash posted, there are restrictions to this deal. SO I won't be surprised if there is a mileage/gas consumption restriction.

Originally Posted by B15NewYork

As Ash posted, there are restrictions to this deal. SO I won't be surprised if there is a mileage/gas consumption restriction.

yea i figured that much, but what if i bought a avenger and filled up my g35?? lol but damn only 87 gas dammit

Originally Posted by TBb15

yea i figured that much, but what if i bought a avenger and filled up my g35?? lol but damn only 87 gas dammit

I was thinking the same shit since mom is looking for a car these days. But only friggen 87.

Originally Posted by B15NewYork

I was thinking the same shit since mom is looking for a car these days. But only friggen 87.

but that would mean, the cars are made to run on 87... for example the new altima 2.5 the book says 87

and that same calculation you made, if gas hits $5 the buyer wins

and 87 is like 3.80 not 4.07