A car warranty for a used vehicle can help cover repair costs, especially when the car's history is unknown. USA TODAY's top-ranked used car warranty companies include Olive, Mopar FlexCare and ...

Some repairs destroy budgets when you do not know what to ask for. These twelve problems show where costs explode, why diagnoses get tricky, and what signs to watch so you protect your wallet and your ...

Car repairs can be costly, and whether your insurance helps cover them depends on your policy. Some plans pay for accident-related damage, while others cover repairs from weather, theft or vandalism.

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 ...

Nearly 1 in 10 Americans saved more than $1,000 by skipping the mechanic and trusting a chatbot Working on your own ride has always been a source of pride — and let’s face it, it’s a great way to save ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

There's nothing quite like that call from your mechanic — the tone just serious enough, the wording vague enough, and the quote just high enough to make you raise an eyebrow. "We noticed some issues ...

You’re going to pay more per year for car maintenance if you live in a western state, and the cheapest states for repairs related to a “Check Engine” light are Michigan and Indiana. That’s according ...