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Automakers, restaurants and retailers are all using gas gimmicks to boost sales. But will it work?|

Here are some of the promotions going on right now...

Chrysler's Let's Refuel America
The automaker allows you to lock-in $2.99 / gallon for up to 12,000 miles in each of the next 3 years if you buy or lease eligible models

Toyota's Fall Gas Fill-Up
If you purchase 4 new tires from participating Toyota Tire Centers you receive a $50 gas card good at filling stations that accept American Express .

Expedia’s Extra: $50 For Free Gas
Receive a $50 gas card for every 3-night stay booked at participating hotels and paid for with Mastercard.

Jack In The Box Feels Your Pain
On Thursday June 26^th Jack In The Box restaurants will give 2 free tacos to visitors who present a gas receipt.

These promotions are irrelevant, says CNBC trend titan Donny Deutsch. Personally, I think these types of gimmicks turn-off customers. There’s something opportunistic and transparent about them. But more important it causes companies to stray from their core competency. What I'd tell Chrysler is, build a better car then customers will come.

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