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Tom McParland

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Tom is a contributing writer for Jalopnik and runs AutomatchConsulting.com. He saves people money and takes the hassle out of buying or leasing a car. (Facebook.com/AutomatchConsulting)

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Do I Have To Tell The Dealer How Much I Owe On My Trade?

Do I Have To Tell The Dealer How Much I Owe On My Trade?

This story was originally published on February 28, 2020

How Many Miles Are Too Many For A Used Car?

How Many Miles Are Too Many For A Used Car?

This story was originally published on December 20, 2019

I'm Looking For An Electric Replacement To My Twelve-Year-Old Car! What Should I Buy?

I'm Looking For An Electric Replacement To My Twelve-Year-Old Car! What Should I Buy?

A big guy needs an EV that's not too big but still comfortable.

Here Are The Most Ridiculous Reasons Why Dealers Will Refuse To Send Written Price Quotes

Here Are The Most Ridiculous Reasons Why Dealers Will Refuse To Send Written Price Quotes

This story was originally published on October 21, 2019

What Should I Do If I'm Way Over The Miles On My Lease?

What Should I Do If I'm Way Over The Miles On My Lease?

This story was originally published on September 20, 2019

This Is The Biggest Argument Against The Toyota bZ4X EV

This Is The Biggest Argument Against The Toyota bZ4X EV

Why buy the Toyota when the identical Subaru will put money in your pocket at tax time?

How Much Value Did My New Car Lose Now That I Had an Accident?

How Much Value Did My New Car Lose Now That I Had an Accident?

This story was originally published on April 19, 2019

Stop Taking Car Buying Advice From Professional Millionaires

This story was originally published on March 1, 2019

Now Is The Time To Finally Master The Heel-Toe Shift

This neat driving trick more than just for rally drivers

Will I Get A Better Deal If I'm A Repeat Customer For The Dealership?

Will I Get A Better Deal If I'm A Repeat Customer For The Dealership?

It's not always a guarantee — but you can still try it anyway

Beware Of This Dealership Jargon The Next Time You Buy A Car

Beware Of This Dealership Jargon The Next Time You Buy A Car

Never let a salesperson talk over your head again.

Don’t Tease Me Like This, CarMax: Best Of Jalopnik

This story was originally posted on April 8, 2017.

I Need Something Reliable And Fuel Efficient To Deliver Packages! What Car Should I Buy?

I Need Something Reliable And Fuel Efficient To Deliver Packages! What Car Should I Buy?

A $16,000 budget for something spacious and easy to live with.

Don't Get Sucked Into The CarMax Marketing Machine: Best of Jalopnik

This story was originally published on July 20, 2015

This List Of Cars With The Highest Markups Doesn't Tell The Whole Story

This List Of Cars With The Highest Markups Doesn't Tell The Whole Story

There is a key difference between advertised prices and transaction prices

Here's The Problem With Those 'No Haggle' Dealerships

It all depends on whether or not you know you're getting a good deal

Why Dealerships Ignore You And What You Can Do About It

Why Dealerships Ignore You And What You Can Do About It

Tired of being ignored when you're shopping for a car?

Automakers Need To Adopt Clothing Sizes For Vehicles

Automakers Need To Adopt Clothing Sizes For Vehicles

Because most buyers don't really think a RAV4 is "compact"

How Does CarFax Really Know How Many Owners A Car Had?

How Does CarFax Really Know How Many Owners A Car Had?

We're also talking about paint protection film and relocation sales

Why Are Dealers Still Insisting That I Negotiate In Person?

Why Are Dealers Still Insisting That I Negotiate In Person?

We're also discussing other forms of dealership etiquette