Overwhelming popularity, Web site meltdown were among ‘cash for clunkers’ glitchesNEW YORK — This was one government stimulus plan that yielded quick results. Maybe too quick. ‘Cash for clunkers’ program brings in customers, drives up business at auto dealershipsNEW YORK — Car and truck owners looking to junk their gas guzzlers are flocking to dealerships to take advantage of the government’s “cash for clunkers” program and buy more fuel-efficient vehicles, boosting sales in showrooms across the country. AP News in BriefIran test fires missiles amid global flap over its nuclear ambitions Business HighlightsRetailers see sales begin to recover in September NEW YORK (AP) — The nation’s stores saw their first sales gain in 14 months in September, a sign of life from shoppers that fuels some hope for the holiday shopping season. |