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7 Ways $6 Diesel Could Make Things More Expensive Even If You Drive a Gas Car

Diesel has already crossed the $6 mark nationally. The U.S. average for on-highway diesel reached $6.39 per gallon for the week of September 14, according to AAA.

Clever Dude · Sep 19

The Car Needs an Engine but It’s Paid Off — Here’s the Math Before Replacing It

A paid-off car with a dead engine creates a strange money problem: the repair can feel enormous even though the monthly payment has disappeared. Replacing the engine may cost thousands, but replacing the entire car can create a much larger bill that lasts for years.

Clever Dude · Sep 19

At What Repair Bill Does an Old Car Stop Making Financial Sense?

A $4,000 repair can feel outrageous on a car worth $7,000. It can also make perfect financial sense if that repair gives the vehicle several more years of dependable transportation.

Clever Dude · Sep 18

Gas tax holiday bill on ice despite House rule fracas

A House Freedom Caucus push for a vote on legislation to suspend federal motor fuel taxes amid war-driven pain at the pump was thwarted Tuesday after a group of rebels briefly held up floor action on other matters to press their demands. Freedom Caucus Chairman Andy Harris, R-Md., and other…

Roll Call · Sep 16

Venezuela Joins the G20's Oil Talks in Houston: What's Really Driving the Invitation

Venezuela joins the G20 energy talks in Houston weeks after a 100-year U.S. oil deal, as diesel hits a record $6.27 a gallon.

Latin Times · Sep 16

WWE icon Rey Mysterio gives major update on retirement and wrestling future

Rey Mysterio previously claimed he'd retire at 50, but with his 52nd birthday approaching in December, he's still going strong.

BANG Premier · Sep 15

Why Oil Could Keep Rising Toward $120 After a Weekend of Attacks in the Gulf

Oil surged past $108 after Saudi Arabia shut a key pipeline and a ship was struck near Hormuz. Here's what's driving the spike.

Latin Times · Sep 14

Costco nearly doubles Kirkland motor oil prices while implementing purchase limit

The price of a barrel of Brent crude rose past $109 on Monday morning as active fighting across the Middle East continues

The Independent UK · Sep 14

The Dealership Isn’t Always The Best Place To Fix Your Car

That dealership repair quote looks brutal for a reason—here's what's driving up the price and how you could pay less elsewhere.

Motor1 · Sep 13

The Car Is Paid Off at Retirement — How Much Should Still Be Budgeted for Driving?

Making the final car payment shortly before retirement feels like eliminating an entire category from the monthly budget. The $450 or $600 payment disappears, but...

Saving Advice · Sep 12