Ownership Ledger

I Built a Four-Year Cost Model for Three Daily Drivers – Here's What Won

Four years, 14,000 miles per year, home charging available. The hybrid won. Change any assumption and the winner might change too.

What Tire Costs, Insurance, and Registration Do to Affordable SUVs

Same purchase price, different ownership cost. The SUV will cost you more in tires, insurance, and registration every single year.

Why Cheap Monthly Payments Can Hide an Expensive Car

The Maintenance Line Items Buyers Always Underestimate

The 5 Numbers I Check Before I Call Any Car a Good Deal

Five numbers separate a good deal from an expensive mistake. Most people only look at two.