Car Buying Guides & Tips

Expert advice to help you make smarter car buying decisions. From budget planning to ownership costs, we've got you covered.

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Ownership Cost Breakdown

Cheap Cars That Are Expensive to Own

Cheap cars that are expensive to own in the US—high depreciation, repair cost, or insurance. How to spot them and compare total cost.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Cheapest Car to Own Over 5 Years

Cheapest car to own over 5 years in the US—total cost of ownership including depreciation, fuel, insurance, and maintenance.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Compare Two Cars Ownership Cost

Compare two cars ownership cost in the US—5-year total cost including depreciation, fuel, insurance, and maintenance.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Payments, Budgets & Affordability

Cost of Owning Two Cars

Cost of owning two cars in the US—payment, insurance, fuel, maintenance for both; use affordability and total cost so you don't over-borrow.

January 31, 20261 min read
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Dealer Fees & Add-Ons

Gap Insurance Explained

Gap insurance explained for the US—covers the gap between loan balance and car value if totaled; often cheaper from insurer than dealer.

January 31, 20261 min read
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EV, Hybrid & Future Cars

Hidden Costs of Owning an EV

Hidden costs of owning an EV in the US—charging, insurance, depreciation, and home setup. What to budget beyond the sticker.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Ownership Cost Breakdown

Insurance Costs by Car Type

Insurance costs by car type in the US—sedans, SUVs, trucks, luxury, and how to factor insurance into total cost.

January 31, 20262 min read
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Ownership Cost Breakdown

True Cost of Owning a Car Explained

The real cost of owning a car in the US goes far beyond the payment. Learn what to budget for—depreciation, fuel, insurance, maintenance, and more.

January 31, 20265 min read
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Ownership Cost Breakdown

What Car Ownership Really Costs Over 5 Years

What car ownership really costs over 5 years in the US—purchase, depreciation, fuel, insurance, maintenance. The full picture.

January 31, 20262 min read
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