Over time, electric cars got praised – sure, they don’t spew fumes – but people also believed they’d slash fuel and repair bills. That idea made many think going electric was clearly smarter ...

But do they ever think about what it will cost to maintain and repair that car over the next 10 years? In a new ranking, Consumer Reports compares car brands on long-term maintenance and repair costs.

With few exceptions, cars are a terrible investment. Like refrigerators you can drive, the vast majority of them lose value over time, as they should. But even the cars that appreciate rarely beat the ...