Owning a car often involves unexpected repairs, but not all fixes are financially wise. For older vehicles, some repairs may not extend the car's life and could drain your wallet. Before approving ...

Question: My car was totaled in an accident. Should I repair and keep driving it or buy a new one? Answer: In many cases, buying a car after your current car is declared a total loss is the easier, ...

We’ve all been there: Your cars in the shop — again — and the estimate makes you cringe. While repairing an older car is often cheaper than buying a new one, there can come a tipping point when you ...

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. J.R. Whalen: Here's Your Money Briefing for Tuesday, December 3rd. I'm J.R.

When your car breaks and the shop hands you a repair bill you can’t cover, you immediately hit panic mode. Work, school drop-off, grocery runs, doctor visits, all of it starts wobbling at once. The ...

We surveyed mechanics from around the country to get real-world estimates of how much you can expect to spend repairing your axles, and average costs ranged from $287 for an axle shaft seal repair to ...

Knowing how to file a car warranty claim can maximize your chances of approval. Learn how and when to file to reduce your risk of denial.

Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. The average car repair reportedly costs around $838, according to Kelley Blue Book’s parent company, Cox Automotive. However, many repairs can get much ...

Want to save money on car repairs but don't want to pay a high monthly fee? The cheapest car warranties might be enticing, but are they worth it?

If your car’s feeling or sounding like it could do with some R&R on a shop lift, you better brace yourself. The reason is that the cost of repairs in the U.S. is accelerating faster than a runaway EV.

Roseann Freitas, PR & Communications Manager for the Better Business Bureau Great West & Pacific, joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss what you can do to avoid having to hire a ...

In today’s economy, repairing an older car often makes more sense than trading up for a newer one. However, there are some caveats to consider, including a longer-term strategy for upgrading your ride ...