AAA: New Car Costs Drop $719 in 2025

AAA: New Car Costs Drop $719 in 2025

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – On September 16, 2025, AAA released its annual “Your Driving Costs” analysis, revealing that the cost of owning and operating a new vehicle in the United States has decreased to $11,577 per year, or $964.78 monthly, a $719 drop from 2024’s $12,296. The decline, driven by lower depreciation, finance charges, fuel prices, and a shift toward affordable vehicle options, offers relief for Southern Maryland residents navigating…

Gas, depreciation lower new car costs. EVs now costlier than gas cars – automotivemogul

Used car prices surge as affordable options vanish Used car prices have surged 41% since 2019. Discover why the $15K car is vanishing fast. Finally, some good news for car shoppers: new vehicle costs dropped this year, according to AAA.…