Repair tips
Gas price calculator for fuel-cost decisions
Compare yearly driving, fuel economy, and current gas prices before keeping a gas guzzler.
Old gas guzzlers are vehicles that have poor fuel economy. If yours is draining the budget, compare the real fuel cost before you decide whether to repair, maintain, or trade it in.
Start with the numbers
Use the basic questions from the calculator to frame the decision:
- How many miles do you drive in a year?
- How many miles per gallon does your vehicle get?
- Current Gas Price:
Those inputs show how quickly fuel costs add up. A car with low mileage may also need more frequent maintenance, so the cheaper monthly payment is not always the lower total cost.
Factor in repairs
The page notes that gas guzzlers can be expensive to maintain and repair. Frequent trips to the mechanic mean labor, parts, and downtime, and poor mileage keeps raising the weekly fuel bill.
Think beyond the pump
Gas guzzlers don’t protect the environment as other vehicles do. Because they consume so much fuel, their emissions pollute our air and contribute to climate change-which can lead to heat waves, flooding, and other natural disasters worldwide.
If the math points toward keeping your vehicle, Arizona Auto Repair can help with maintenance and repair planning at 2801 N 35th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85009.