Repair bills rarely fail because of a single bad day in the workshop. They usually arrive after months or years of quiet wear, missed maintenance, and small warning signs that were easy to ignore.

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 ...

Some cars quickly become money pits after the first five years of ownership, however. Watch out for these cars with budget-busting maintenance bills. The Porsche Cayenne is a beautiful SUV. The repair ...