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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Ford Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today

5+ day, 6+ hour ago  (734+ words) Ford stock has been a lemon for long-time shareholders. If anything is as American as baseball, hot dogs and apple pie, it's got to be Ford Motor (F). The legendary car company gave us everything from the Model T to the…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > used-cars > electric-vs-gas-car-costs

With Gas Near $4, Do EVs Finally Cost Less to Own?

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (1086+ words) Fuel savings can add up quickly, but insurance, charging access and driving habits still matter. Gas prices rarely stay predictable for long. And when fuel costs swing, many drivers start reconsidering their options at the dealership. That shift is showing…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > cars > what-happens-if-the-company-behind-your-ev-disappears

What Happens if the Company Behind Your EV Disappears

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (790+ words) EV sales are declining, forcing some manufacturers to leave the market. If you own an EV and the manufacturer folds, here's what you need to know. You drive away from the dealership, elated that you bought your first electric vehicle....

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > cars > winter-weather-car-preparation

What to Check on Your Car Before a Winter Storm

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (529+ words) Winter storms are expected soon. Get your vehicle ready now to avoid breakdowns, costly repairs and dangerous roadside surprises. A major winter storm " named Winter Storm Fern " is forecast to sweep across much of the country this weekend, bringing a…...

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Is Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Better Than an Extended Car Warranty?

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1086+ words) More insurers are starting to offer mechanical breakdown insurance to new car owners. What is it and should you buy it? When you buy a car, the salesperson is likely going to offer up a bunch of add-ons before you…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > cars > moves-to-manage-the-soaring-costs-of-owning-a-car

Moves to Manage the Soaring Costs of Owning a Car

4+ mon, 5+ day ago  (554+ words) It's costing more and more to keep a car on the road, but you can drive some costs down. Here's how to get a better deal on insurance premiums, repairs and gas Car ownership has gotten a lot more expensive....

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > cars > things-you-should-know-about-buying-a-car-today-even-if-youve-bought-before

10 Things You Should Know About Buying a Car Today, Even if You've Bought Before

4+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1465+ words) If buying a car is on your to-do list, and it's been a while since you went shopping for a new one, this guide will help avoid any nasty shocks in the showroom. If you drive, chances are you've been…...

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kiplinger.com > investing > economy > shoppers-hit-the-brakes-on-ev-purchases

Shoppers Hit the Brakes on EV Purchases After Tax Credits Expire

4+ mon, 2+ week ago  (465+ words) Electric cars are here to stay, but they'll have to compete harder to get car shoppers interested without the federal tax credit. Now that the federal tax credit has expired, what is the outlook for electric vehicles in the U.S.? Sales…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > cars > when-an-extended-car-warranty-is-worth-it

When an Extended Car Warranty is Worth It — and When it's Not

4+ mon, 3+ week ago  (794+ words) Got the "we're trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" call? Here's what you need to know before buying. If you have a car, you're probably getting flooded with calls, emails and letters telling you that your car…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > car-insurance > does-my-car-insurance-cover-rental-cars

Does My Car Insurance Cover Rental Cars?

4+ mon, 3+ week ago  (877+ words) Is it safe to decline the extra coverage car rental companies offer you when booking? Here's what you need to know. When you rent a car, the company almost always offers supplemental coverage that costs extra. When you get to…...