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Make your car last 200,000 miles: it's easy and can save you thousands in the long run.(automotive maintenance)
If you think you're staying ahead of the game by trading in your car every three to five years, here's a secret: Many of today's cars last for 200,000 miles or more with few if any major repairs, if properly cared for. And holding on to a car long after the payments are through can save you $30,000 or more.
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Thanks to advances in motor oil, engine technology, and rustproofing, among other things, today's cars are more reliable than ever. Thousands of our readers are benefitting. In our 2006 Annual Auto Survey, conducted by the Consumer Reports National Research Center, 6,769 readers reported vehicles with 200,000 miles or more on ...
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