"Running costs" refer to all the regular expenses or financial obligations required to operate and maintain something, such as a business, vehicle, or household. These costs include ongoing expenses like bills, wages, maintenance, and other necessary payments to keep things running smoothly.
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While each of those cars has its virtues, they share the attributes of
low running costs and a comfortable ride — factors that are appreciated by those who regularly travel long distances.
An estimated
running cost of under $ 1,000 can be reduced further with efficient driving.
If you keep a spreadsheet of
running costs for your car, the X5 M probably isn't the vehicle for you.
Would be happy
with running costs if didn't think my local dealer was ripping me off for services.
Neither of the petrol engines is really an option for most people because of
high running costs and the limited number of them available for sale on the used market.
As you'd probably expect, if you opt for four - wheel drive or an automatic gearbox you'll see a significant impact
on running costs.
Plus, it's frugal nature combined with the mild hybrid system is sure to
keep running costs low.
Because hybrid's marriage of regular combustion engine, electric motor and battery pack provides better fuel economy and lower
running costs as well as cleaner air, everyone's a winner.
Other running costs tally with those of the regular X5, which is a fairly pricey car to maintain.
It's the diesel that'll hold more appeal for those concerned
about running costs, and will be the best offering for company car buyers until the plug - in hybrid option arrives.
It's not just the day - to -
day running costs that will look steep; wear and tear items are expensive, too.
It's cheaper than many of its rivals, offers
reasonable running costs with most engines and is likely to hold its value well.
Sometimes, we do things that we think save us money, but in the
long run cost us more and don't bring us any closer to an improved credit score.
This revenue covers our
monthly running costs in relation to providing our video content and it enables us to purchase new equipment.
We'd opt for one of the standard front - wheel drive models, too, because the 4x4 versions
increase running costs without any real off - road benefit.
For many drivers, the 1.6 - litre diesel is probably the best choice, with decent power and the
best running costs.
And always factor in the
ongoing running costs of your vehicle including petrol, car parking, car washing and anything else you want to spend.
That means the
total running costs of carrying a home, including heating, taxes and mortgage, can amount to a maximum of 39 % of gross income, up from 32 %.
While it is very efficient for an internal combustion powered vehicle, it has a higher
yearly running cost versus a hybrid.
The Q3's overall 13th place (out of 75) in the survey would have been higher if not for the distinctly
average running costs on some models.
Send out a letter and explain that: «Due to business expansion and
additional running costs, you've had to take the necessary steps to increase your hourly rates».
The same service package is also available for the M3 but costs a lot more, as will
running cost generally on this high - performance model.
Our model can be developed to give a different funding method that avoids this problem and provides a closer match between funding and
core running costs, delivering fairness and minimum cost.
By replacing the installed pumps with correctly sized pumps, we managed to reduce the customer's lower pump
energy running costs with 40 %.
The system is struggling to maintain old services whilst creating new ones — and as a result is facing
double running costs and failing to invest in the future.
This grant provides your salary, equipment,
lab running costs, and, in my case, a salary for a postdoctoral research assistant.
Another financial hurdle is that, in order to remain fresh, science centers must change their exhibits every 3 to 5 years — a considerable expense
beyond running costs.
Your investment will help with large scale
production run costs, including ordering the necessary supplies.
The A3 is a quality product, and S line trim adds a sporty edge to the mix without harming
running costs too badly.
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