Why New Cars Cost $1,072 a Month to Own, According to AAA
Owning and operating a new vehicle costs an average of $12,863 in 2026 — or $1,071.92 per month — according to AAA’s Your Driving Costs analysis.... read more »
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Owning and operating a new vehicle costs an average of $12,863 in 2026 — or $1,071.92 per month — according to AAA’s Your Driving Costs analysis.... read more »
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