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If the average car is financed for 72 months, how many years is this equivalent to?
If the average car is financed for 72 months, how many years is this equivalent to?
- 4 years
- 7 years
- 6 years (correct)
- 5 years
What is the warranty period for most cars?
What is the warranty period for most cars?
- 3-year, 36,000 miles (correct)
- 4-year, 48,000 miles
- 6-year, 72,000 miles
- 5-year, 60,000 miles
What percentage increase did four manufacturers make to their new vehicle bumper to bumper warranties by mileage and time?
What percentage increase did four manufacturers make to their new vehicle bumper to bumper warranties by mileage and time?
- 50%
- 60%
- 80%
- 72% (correct)
What is the implication of manufacturers offering longer warranties according to one school of thought?
What is the implication of manufacturers offering longer warranties according to one school of thought?
What is the consequence of being delinquent on auto loan payments?
What is the consequence of being delinquent on auto loan payments?
When can a lender repossess your car for missing loan payments?
When can a lender repossess your car for missing loan payments?
What is recommended when purchasing a pre-owned vehicle that is not CPO?
What is recommended when purchasing a pre-owned vehicle that is not CPO?
What is the total maintenance and repair cost for a 5-year-old model according to the Consumer Reports survey?
What is the total maintenance and repair cost for a 5-year-old model according to the Consumer Reports survey?
Why do repair and maintenance costs rise with the vehicle's age?
Why do repair and maintenance costs rise with the vehicle's age?
What is the average cost range for out-of-warranty repair of fuel injectors, A/C compressor, brake line repair, and other components?
What is the average cost range for out-of-warranty repair of fuel injectors, A/C compressor, brake line repair, and other components?
What is the average cost range for replacing Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) transmissions?
What is the average cost range for replacing Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) transmissions?
How much higher can repair costs be for luxury vehicles compared to standard vehicles?
How much higher can repair costs be for luxury vehicles compared to standard vehicles?
What is the cost range for dealer-recommended brake, transmission, and power steering flushing services?
What is the cost range for dealer-recommended brake, transmission, and power steering flushing services?
What interest rate can be potentially reached for third-party financing if the balance is not paid off within thirty days?
What interest rate can be potentially reached for third-party financing if the balance is not paid off within thirty days?
What are the potential consequences of defaulting on car loan payments?
What are the potential consequences of defaulting on car loan payments?
How does payment history affect credit scores?
How does payment history affect credit scores?
Why is researching the highest-rated reliability vehicles, warranty lengths, and out-of-warranty repair costs crucial?
Why is researching the highest-rated reliability vehicles, warranty lengths, and out-of-warranty repair costs crucial?
What can neglecting thorough research on vehicle maintenance and repair costs lead to?
What can neglecting thorough research on vehicle maintenance and repair costs lead to?
What is recommended when making vehicle purchasing decisions?
What is recommended when making vehicle purchasing decisions?
When is financing or leasing a vehicle advised?
When is financing or leasing a vehicle advised?
What is the impact of late payments on credit history?
What is the impact of late payments on credit history?
When is leasing less expensive than owning a vehicle?
When is leasing less expensive than owning a vehicle?
Why can leasing be cost-effective for those who drive more than 12,000 miles per year?
Why can leasing be cost-effective for those who drive more than 12,000 miles per year?
What is financially prudent regarding driving a vehicle?
What is financially prudent regarding driving a vehicle?
What is recommended to save costs on tire replacements due to accidental damage?
What is recommended to save costs on tire replacements due to accidental damage?
How often is rotating tires advised for maximum wear?
How often is rotating tires advised for maximum wear?
What is encouraged before making a vehicle purchase decision?
What is encouraged before making a vehicle purchase decision?
What offers financial protection and is worth considering when purchasing a vehicle?
What offers financial protection and is worth considering when purchasing a vehicle?
Why is budgeting for the cost of gasoline crucial?
Why is budgeting for the cost of gasoline crucial?
If an individual driving 124 miles per day for work averages 22 miles per gallon, how much do they spend approximately on gas just for commuting each month?
If an individual driving 124 miles per day for work averages 22 miles per gallon, how much do they spend approximately on gas just for commuting each month?
How much can gasoline costs easily total per month, according to the text?
How much can gasoline costs easily total per month, according to the text?
By how much can purchasing a vehicle requiring premium fuel increase gas costs?
By how much can purchasing a vehicle requiring premium fuel increase gas costs?
What can lead to spikes in crude oil prices, causing gasoline prices to exceed $4.50 to $5.50 per gallon?
What can lead to spikes in crude oil prices, causing gasoline prices to exceed $4.50 to $5.50 per gallon?
How much can planning trips for errands and reducing driving by 10%-20% save on fuel expenses?
How much can planning trips for errands and reducing driving by 10%-20% save on fuel expenses?
What should individuals research before purchasing a vehicle to avoid unforeseen fuel and maintenance costs?
What should individuals research before purchasing a vehicle to avoid unforeseen fuel and maintenance costs?
What can help evaluate options like moving closer to work or considering an electric vehicle?
What can help evaluate options like moving closer to work or considering an electric vehicle?
What can aid in determining if vehicle replacement is a better long-term option?
What can aid in determining if vehicle replacement is a better long-term option?
When does vehicle depreciation start?
When does vehicle depreciation start?
What can significantly increase car ownership costs after warranty and free-maintenance periods end?
What can significantly increase car ownership costs after warranty and free-maintenance periods end?
How can consumers' monthly fuel costs quickly escalate?
How can consumers' monthly fuel costs quickly escalate?
What can help in determining if vehicle replacement is a better long-term option?
What can help in determining if vehicle replacement is a better long-term option?
Study Notes
Managing Fuel Costs and Vehicle Expenses
- Gasoline prices on the West Coast are on average $1 more per gallon than prices on the East Coast.
- Individuals driving 124 miles per day for work, averaging 22 miles per gallon, spend around $434 per month on gas just for commuting.
- Gasoline costs can easily total $475-$500 per month, with an annual expense of over $5,700 in after-tax dollars.
- Purchasing a vehicle requiring premium fuel can increase gas costs by up to $0.60 per gallon or 24% more.
- Global unrest can lead to spikes in crude oil prices, causing gasoline prices to exceed $4.50 to $5.50 per gallon, creating financial stress for most people.
- Planning trips for errands and reducing driving by 10%-20% can save 10%-20% on fuel expenses.
- Vehicle depreciation starts immediately, leaving many with negative equity on the loan, making it challenging to trade for a more efficient vehicle.
- Consumers' monthly fuel costs can quickly escalate due to factors like vehicle maintenance, premium fuel, and driving distances.
- Research is crucial before purchasing a vehicle to avoid unforeseen fuel and maintenance costs.
- Knowing fuel expenses and vehicle depreciation can help evaluate options like moving closer to work or considering an electric vehicle.
- Understanding the total cost of ownership and estimating repair costs can aid in determining if vehicle replacement is a better long-term option.
- Car ownership costs extend beyond the initial purchase and can significantly increase after warranty and free-maintenance periods end.
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"Managing Fuel Costs and Vehicle Expenses" quiz tests your knowledge on strategies to reduce fuel expenses, factors affecting gasoline prices, and considerations for minimizing vehicle ownership costs. Explore topics like fuel efficiency, maintenance costs, and the impact of driving habits on monthly expenses.
