Cost to Operate a Vehicle - Driver Resource Center

Cost to Operate a Vehicle

Do you know what your car is costing you

Most people underestimate the cost of owning a vehicle. They may count monthly payments, regular operating expenses and maintenance, but too many people forget about other major costs such as depreciation and insurance. See also: The following expenses must be included to calculate the true yearly cost of owning a vehicle.

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Vehicle expenses Monthly purchase payments or lease payments Regular operating expenses (gasoline, parking and tolls) Regular or long-term maintenance (oil changes, tune-ups, repairs and parts) Insurance Taxes Depreciation Registration or license fees Inspections or emissions fees
Of course, your own vehicle costs can vary quite a bit depending on how old the vehicle is and how many miles it is driven and under what conditions. Whether the vehicle is purchased or leased is another important factor.

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