{"id":141335,"date":"2025-03-04T05:17:08","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T05:17:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.way.com\/blog\/?p=141335"},"modified":"2025-08-28T07:45:49","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T07:45:49","slug":"high-tariffs-car-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"High Tariffs and Car Repairs Cost: The Ripple Effect"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>High tariffs &#8211; they affect not only governments and corporations but also consumers right where it hurts &#8211; their wallets. Because high tariffs raise the cost of motor parts, maintenance, and even insurance claims, the auto industry is particularly affected. High tariffs have the potential to cause everyday spending to soar, regardless of whether you own a car, have insurance, or occasionally rent one.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, what are the precise effects of these increased tariffs? More significantly, how can you protect your money from needless spending? Let&#8217;s examine how the automotive business is affected by high tariffs in various ways and what you can do about it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What you&#039;ll read about<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#Car_Repairs_The_First_to_Feel_the_Heat\" >Car Repairs: The First to Feel the Heat\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#Car_Parts_A_Supply_Chain_Nightmare\" >Car Parts: A Supply Chain Nightmare\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#New_vs_Used_Parts_A_Difficult_Decision\" >New vs. Used Parts: A Difficult Decision\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#Insurance_Claims_Higher_Payouts_Higher_Premiums\" >Insurance Claims: Higher Payouts, Higher Premiums\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#Rental_Cars_The_Hidden_Cost_Surge\" >Rental Cars: The Hidden Cost Surge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#Impact_on_the_Average_Car_Owner\" >Impact on the Average Car Owner\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/high-tariffs-car-costs\/#How_Do_You_Protect_Yourself\" >How Do You Protect Yourself?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car_Repairs_The_First_to_Feel_the_Heat\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Car Repairs: The First to Feel the Heat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A car is a necessity rather than a luxury for the majority of individuals. Repair costs, however, start to rise as tariffs raise the price of imported parts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Is the Cost of Repairs Increasing?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A lot of auto parts are produced abroad.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The cost of these components increases when import duties rise. As a result, auto repair firms charge their clients more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased Cost of Replacement Parts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> If a fender that used to cost $200 now costs $300 because of tariffs, the additional cost eventually reaches you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited Availability:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Mechanics may have to find more costly domestic alternatives or wait longer for items to arrive if fewer parts are imported because of financial constraints.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased Labor Costs:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Mechanics may bill extra for their time and skills because they now have to deal with more expensive parts and delays.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Car owners are instantly affected by the price increase, as a basic bumper replacement that <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">used to cost $800 might now cost up to $1,000<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_141345\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-141345\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-141345 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1305044161-min.jpg\" alt=\"The high tariffs will raise the cost of motor parts, maintenance, and even insurance claims. Find out how it will affect your wallets!\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1305044161-min.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1305044161-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1305044161-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1305044161-min-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-141345\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Courtesy &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/men-wearing-suits-carrying-dollars-gray-1305044161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Komkritphoto<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car_Parts_A_Supply_Chain_Nightmare\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Car Parts: A Supply Chain Nightmare<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The cost of car components isn&#8217;t rising\u2014it&#8217;s getting volatile. Supply chain breakdowns leave customers with both shortages and higher prices.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Which Car Components Are Hit the Worst?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some of the most typically impacted pieces are:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Brake pads and rotors:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Most are produced in China, Mexico, and Europe.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Engines and transmissions:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Big, costly pieces that are much more expensive under high tariffs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Electronic parts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Vehicles depend on imported semiconductors and chips, which are extremely vulnerable to trade barriers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_vs_Used_Parts_A_Difficult_Decision\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">New vs. Used Parts: A Difficult Decision<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As new car parts become increasingly costly, most car owners opt for used or aftermarket parts. Used parts, however, might not always be accessible, and aftermarket parts might not be of the same quality.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insurance_Claims_Higher_Payouts_Higher_Premiums\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Insurance Claims: Higher Payouts, Higher Premiums<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When repairs become more costly, insurance companies notice. As they pay out higher amounts on claims, they necessarily raise premiums.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Insurance Companies Respond<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Increased premiums: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">To compensate for higher repair costs, insurers increase policy premiums.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lower payments: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Insurers can attempt to save money by making lower payments for claims.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Increased claim processing times: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Insurers, as they deal with increased costs, might take longer to approve claims in order to re-evaluate costs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The outcome? Vehicle owners not only pay more for repairs but also for the very insurance policies that are supposed to cover them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rental_Cars_The_Hidden_Cost_Surge\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rental Cars: The Hidden Cost Surge<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you require a rental following an accident or for a weekend escape, you may be surprised by the inflated costs. The effects of exorbitant tariffs trickle down to rental companies, compelling them to revise their pricing structures.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why rental car prices are on the Increase<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased vehicle acquisition cost:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Car rental companies buy cars in bulk and mostly rely on imports.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More costly repairs and parts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Costlier repairs and replacement parts make keeping rental fleets more costly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Disruption of supply chains:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> With less cars available and delays in production, more demand drives prices even higher.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A rental that used to cost $50 a day can now be as much as $75 a day, making short-term rentals a costly necessity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_141361\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-141361\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-141361 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1236173518-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1236173518-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1236173518-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1236173518-min-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/shutterstock_1236173518-min-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-141361\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Courtesy &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/petrunins\">Vera Petrunina<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_the_Average_Car_Owner\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Impact on the Average Car Owner<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All these add up to make the perfect storm for the average drivers. Let us dissect what that means to the average car owner:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"Custom\" data-tablelook=\"0\" aria-rowcount=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"1\">\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expense Area<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Previous Cost (Estimate)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Post-Tariff Cost (Estimate)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"2\">\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Brake Pad Replacement<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$250<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$350+<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"3\">\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Insurance Premiums (Annual)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$1,200<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$1,500+<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"4\">\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Car Rental (Per Day)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$50<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$75+<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"5\">\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bumper Repair<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$800<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"69905\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$1,000+<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To the person who gets hit with various car expenses per year, it can equate to another $3,000 or more on top of expenditures every year.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Protect_Yourself\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How Do You Protect Yourself?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although you cannot control trade agreements or government policies, you can take certain steps to reduce the financial burden.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-family: var(--heading--font-family); font-size: var(--heading--font-size-h3); letter-spacing: var(--heading--letter-spacing-h3); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary);\">Compare Repair Quotes<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Various stores might have varied sourcing strategies for automobile parts. Requesting estimates from multiple places can lead to the best bargain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-family: var(--heading--font-family); font-size: var(--heading--font-size-h3); letter-spacing: var(--heading--letter-spacing-h3); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary);\">Use Alternative Parts<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Refurbished and aftermarket parts can be an inexpensive substitute for costly OEM (original equipment manufacturer) parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: var(--heading--font-family); font-size: var(--heading--font-size-h3); letter-spacing: var(--heading--letter-spacing-h3); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary);\">Reconsider Your Insurance Policy<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Comparing auto insurance rates<\/strong><\/a> and shopping around for insurance carriers can help you get a reduced premium even as prices increase.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: var(--heading--font-family); font-size: var(--heading--font-size-h3); letter-spacing: var(--heading--letter-spacing-h3); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary);\">Employ Ridesharing or Public Transit<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When car rental is becoming too expensive, employing public transport or ridesharing for short-term requirements can prevent you from spending extra money.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: var(--heading--font-family); font-size: var(--heading--font-size-h3); letter-spacing: var(--heading--letter-spacing-h3); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary);\">Utilize Savings Apps for Transport<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the best methods to counteract increasing transportation expenses is intelligent financial planning. Apps such as Way enable users to save money on everything from parking and insurance to gas and maintenance. By streamlining daily expenses, you may save as much as $3,000 annually, making a concrete impact on your budget.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">High tariffs trigger a ripple effect that touches just about everything, from car maintenance to insurance fees and rental expenses. While you may feel their pinch in the form of sticker shock, becoming proactive and identifying intelligent savings methods can keep the costs in line.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By becoming proactive\u2014perhaps by comparing the cost of auto insurance, browsing for substitute automobile parts, or employing money-related tools such as Way\u2014you are able to shield your finances while keeping your vehicle expenses in line.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>High tariffs &#8211; they affect not only governments and corporations but also consumers right where it hurts &#8211; their wallets. Because high tariffs raise the cost of motor parts, maintenance, and even insurance claims, the auto industry is particularly affected. 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