So, buying a car or truck is likely to be one of the largest purchases that most people make in their lifetimes. And, according to the American Automobile Association, it costs more than 56 cents per mile -- or $8,410 per year -- to own and operate a new passenger vehicle. The Bureau of Labor Statistics also says that nearly $1 out of every $5 of household expenditures goes toward transportation and the family automobile. While a vehicle can be an expensive proposition, there are ways to manage car-related costs and protect your investment: - Consumers can help save money on car-related purchases by using payment options that offer special rebates or rewards. To help consumers manage the cost of owning and operating their vehicles, we offer the Shell Platinum MasterCard® from Citi® Cards. It features one of the best rebate programs of its kind in the retail gasoline industry with a 5 percent rebate on all Shell gasoline purchases and on the first $100 spent at Jiffy Lube locations per day. This means new cardholders can earn a rebate of 11 cents per gallon at an average price of $2.35 per gallon when using a
 Shell Platinum MasterCard® from Citi® Cards for their Shell gasoline purchases. Additionally, using the card for other everyday purchases earns an additional 1 percent in Shell gasoline rebates.
- Stretch your car-care dollars by seeking out special discounts, warranties and value-added offers. For example, many tire retailers offer ongoing special services free of charge, such as tire rotations, tire balancing and flat tire repair, with the purchase of new tires.
- Routine maintenance helps keep your vehicle operating properly. Follow the maintenance schedule recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Regular oil changes and inspections of your vehicle’s belts, hoses and fluids will help prevent unexpected problems and save you money in the long run.
These simple tips are intended to help consumers manage car-related costs and keep their vehicles running smoothly.
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