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Owning a car is expensive, but it's not just vehicle prices that are driving up costs. Insurance premiums rose 18% between 2026 and 2025, hitting an average of $194 per month, according to the car ...
Car insurance rates are expected to increase by 12.6% across the U.S. in 2024, thanks to rising repair costs and frequent severe weather. That's an even bigger jump than 2023, when rates rose 11.2%.