Tariffs are driving up prices, but that’s only part of the story — aging cars, complex technology, and a worker shortage are all fueling record repair bills. Repair costs are climbing at record speed.

Your radiator is just as essential to your car’s operation as the engine itself. According to BookMyGarage, the farthest you can drive without a fully functioning radiator is about a quarter of a mile ...

Automotive diagnostic data firm CarMD has released its annual report on repair costs in the U.S., and the news is mostly good — with some precautions, including higher labor costs and the potential ...

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 ...

When it comes to automotive service facilities, Consumer Reports members prefer independent shops—and, in some cases, chains—over dealerships, according to our annual survey. The survey results show ...

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The cost of the average car repair has increased in 2025. According to a study by Bankrate.com, American drivers will spend thousands of dollars in ownership costs. Car maintenance may be tedious, but ...