Iowa — As prices on so many products are going up lately, a new report finds Iowans are paying less to drive a car.
AAA Iowa spokeswoman Brynna Knapp says the annual study offers some positive insights into the expense of owning and driving a vehicle.
Knapp points to two primary reasons why the costs have fallen this year.
Knapp says average fuel costs dropped 13 cents per mile from last year, which also helped to lower operating costs. She says Iowans need to keep all of these expenses in mind when they’re considering buying new wheels.
The study finds pickups may be ideal for hauling and towing, but they cost more than 43 percent more per year to drive than a small sedan.
