Chrysler announced Tuesday a plan could have an impact on how much money drivers spend on gas.

In what the automaker is calling its own economic stimulus package, Chrysler is offering a gas price protection policy that will eliminate further increases at the pump.

The "Let's Refuel America" program gives new-car buyers a gas card that immediately lowers their gas price to $2.99 per gallon, and keeps it there for three years. The offer is available at 3,511 U.S. Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships through June 2, 2008, and is available on vehicles ranging from popular new compacts, crossovers and minivans to full-size diesel-powered pickup trucks.

"Today we are proud to introduce an unprecedented program to help put customers' minds at ease and do something to help working people who are worried about the volatility of fuel prices and vehicle cost of ownership," said Chrysler vice-chairman and president Jim Press. "The Let’s Refuel America Price Guarantee puts money in your pocket today, and allows our customers to better manage their fuel expenses. And you can't get it anywhere else besides a Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge dealership."

Press said Chrysler's lineup includes five models that get 28 miles-per-gallon or better on the highway: Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Sebring Convertible, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Dodge Caliber.

In February, Chrysler created the industry’s first Customer Advisory Board to encourage a direct dialogue with customers and gather insight and feedback, which helped steer the automaker to this program. The panel found that 76 percent are "very concerned" or "extremely concerned" about fuel prices, and 83 percent of the community responded that fuel prices will affect their summer vacation plans.

The offer is valid with 87 octane regular unleaded fuel, E85 fuel or diesel fuel only, depending upon purchased vehicle. There is a yearly allotment of gallons available at the discounted price.

If mid-grade or premium unleaded fuel is purchased, the customer will be billed for the $2.99 plus $.15 per gallon for mid-grade (88-89 octane) or plus $.30 for premium (90-94 octane).

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