ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Automobile costs

Automobile costs are things like the money you need to buy a car, the money you need to pay for the gas it runs on and all the money you need to spend on getting it fixed, if it breaks down. When you buy a car, you have to pay for it with either cash or credit. The amount you have to pay for it depends on how old the car is, how many miles it has been driven, and what type of car it is. Once you buy a car, you have to keep it running. To do that, you have to pay for gas. The cost of gas can vary a lot because it changes over time. And even when it's the same price, it costs different amounts in different parts of the country. Lastly, sometimes cars break down or need repairs like new tires or brakes. Whenever this happens, you have to pay to get it fixed. All of these costs can add up to a lot of money, so it's important to factor them into your budget before you buy a car.