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The Obama administration is refusing to release U.S. government records on its "cash for clunkers" rebate program that would substantiate -- or undercut -- claims of the car purchase program's success.
President Barack Obama wants $2 billion more to boost car sales just days after the first $1 billion was made available for the program. Obama has promised greater transparency for his administration, but transportation officials say they do not have time to turn over sales data car dealers have provided that would shed light on the program.
The information released so far shows most buyers are not picking Ford, Chrysler or General Motors vehicles, and six of the top 10 vehicles purchased are Honda, Toyota and Hyundai.
The Associated Press has sought release of the data since last week.
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