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Destination Fees Skyrocket on Cars

Destination Fees Skyrocket on Cars

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · The Daily News Now!

March 14, 20261m 43s

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Hidden fees in car purchases surge, with destination charges jumping to an average of $1,600 per vehicle in 2026, up from a few hundred dollars years ago. American car buyers paid over $26 billion in these fees last year. Carmakers use these charges to increase prices subtly, as seen with the Ford F-150s destination fee rising to $259.50 in 2025. Consumers are hit hard, with no American-made cars under $1,235 in destination charges. Top picks with low fees are imports like the Kia K-five, Nissan Z, Subaru BR-Z, and Volvo V60, all at $119.50. Mazdas three model follows at $1,235. Shoppers should check local totals to avoid surprises.

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