Small steps to extend a car’s life expectancy

Metro Media Vehicles continue to get more expensive. The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book indicate the average American car buyer paid $50,080 for a new vehicle in September 2025, which was the first time the average price for a new car ever topped $50,000. More drivers are looking for ways to push their current vehicles past the 200,000-mile mark to save money. According to S&P Global Mobility, the average age of a vehicle on the road hit a record high of 12.8 years in 2025. Alt