1+ week, 5+ day ago (296+ words) (InvestigateTV) " The cost of car insurance can vary greatly depending on location, amount of coverage needed, and other factors " but the most important thing for drivers is to make sure they are covered for what they need. Kaz Weida, an insurance expert with NerdWallet, said full coverage is the goal unless drivers would be able to afford to completely replace or repair their car out of pocket " and most are not in that situation. Also, she said most drivers have seen their premiums rise over the last two years, which is why it's important to shop around for car insurance." "You want to check in on your insurance. You want to call your insurance company or your insurance agent make sure you're getting all the discounts you're eligible for," Weida advised. "A lot of times maybe your situation has changed,…...

5+ hour, 47+ min ago (238+ words) (InvestigateTV) " Buying a car can be expensive and it's also pricy to own and maintain one. Bankrate looked at all the costs included in owning a vehicle " car insurance, maintenance, repairs, gas and taxes. They found, on average, Americans spend about $6,800 a year just on ownerships costs alone. Shannon Martin, an insurance expert with Bankrate, said that's about $575 dollars a month in addition to a lease or a car loan payment. Martin also said it's critical to research insurance costs before changing vehicles. "It's really important for drivers to get quotes on many different types of vehicles before they settle on a car," Martin shared, "that way they can make sure it fits within their car insurance budget." On average, Martin said, Americans spend around $1,600 a year on gas. "Nationally we spend around $1,400 a year on the cost of maintenance…...