DEFINITION of 'Consumer Price Index-CPI'. A measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, such as transportation, food and medical care.The CPI is calculated by taking price changes for each item in the predetermined basket of goods and averaging them; the goods are weighted according to their importance.EFINITION of 'Consumer Price Index-CPI'. A measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, such as transportation, food and medical care.
Quick Answer. As of 2015, the average cost of a 5-mile tow ranges from $35 to $125, which averages out to $7 to $25 per mile. This price includes the base rate of the truck, also known as the hook-up fee. Continue Reading.
1 For example, the Ultra-Tow car tow dolly retails for $1,000 to $1,500. 2  To get an exact quote on rental or purchase, major companies such as Budget.com have calculators that you can use to see what it is going to cost you. 3  For the heavier vehicles that have to be towed away, it could be around $2,400 to $3100.