By Sandra Block, USAToday, 8/14/2007

… One way to protect yourself against future oil shocks: Buy a fuel-efficient car. All the major automakers have rolled out high-mileage cars and trucks, and more are on the way. And if you buy a hybrid — a vehicle that combines an electric motor with a gasoline engine — you may be eligible for a tax credit when you file your 2007 tax return.

But if you’re counting on the tax credit to reduce the cost of buying a hybrid, pay attention to the calendar.

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