# Owning a Car Costs You $12,863 per Year in 2026

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Podcast: [Autoblog News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/autoblog-news-1708029)
Published: 2026-09-20T14:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

The AAA has reported that average annual vehicle ownership costs have increased this year.

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