Tom McParland
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I Want to Replace My Old Boxster With Something More Modern! What Car Should I Buy?
This week's reader has a $35,000 budget for something newer but still autocross capable. → Read More
I Make Some Side Money Renting My Rides! What Car Should I Buy?
This week's reader is looking for something compact and reliable, but not a penalty box. → Read More
This One Trick Will Save You From Overpaying on a Car Loan
The trick is just "do the math before you sign the contract." Here's how to calculate the cost of your car loan and figure out if it's a bad deal. → Read More
You're Probably Pouring Your Motor Oil Wrong
The correct way to pour a quart of motor oil isn't intuitive, but the spout is offset for a reason. Do it the right way and you'll never spill a drop. → Read More
I Need 8-Cylinder Power at a Reasonable Price! What Car Should I Buy?
This week's reader is looking for a secondary car with a V8 at under $20,000. → Read More
Let's Hope This Trend of Big Discounts on Electric Vehicles Continues
A slow market correction may be happening for EVs that don't qualify for tax credits. → Read More
I Need a Car for Tight City Parking for $15,000! What Car Should I Buy?
This week's reader is replacing her aging Scion xB. → Read More
How to Make Sense of the Federal Tax Credit if You Just Bought an Electric Car
If you bought an electric car or a plug-in hybrid in 2022, you may be eligible for a credit on your 2022 federal taxes. Here's how to find out more. → Read More
I Want a Weird and Unique Car That Can Handle a Family Road Trip! What Should I Buy?
This week's reader is a fan of JDM hardware but wants something European to drive across the country. → Read More
Every Automaker Should Have a Version of the Dodge 'Horsepower Locator'
Dodge's website shows you every dealer with an allocation for the "Last Call" Challenger or Charger special edition you desire. Why doesn't everybody do this? → Read More
I Need a Fancy Family Hauler for Under $20,000! What Car Should I Buy?
This week's reader is looking for luxury and a bit of space with a modest budget. → Read More
I'm New-Car Shopping and Overwhelmed by Choice! What Should I Buy?
A $50,000 budget for a luxury sedan or wagon should be easy, but there is such a thing as having too many options. → Read More
Car-Jitsu Could Actually Be Good Training
Grappling is hard enough, but adding a small space and the ability to choke someone with a seatbelt is another level. → Read More
I Need a Spacious, Reliable, Manual Car Under $15,000! What Should I Buy?
This week's reader is asking for a challenging combination with a modest budget, but we can certainly get behind what he's looking for. → Read More
Always Do the Math Before Taking a Car Dealership's Loan Offer
Some automakers are offering a cash-back discount if you finance a new car through the dealer, but you could still end up paying way more than you should. → Read More
I Want an Affordable Luxury Car for Around $15,000! What Should I Buy?
This week's reader usually dabbles in salvage specials but wants to get his wife something nicer → Read More
Don’t Get Too Excited About New Car Deals Just Yet
Many deals that are advertised well under MSRP are too good to be true → Read More
I Want To Replace My i3 With Something Just As Unique! What Car Should I Buy?
This week's reader lost his funky BMW EV and doesn't want to drive the same old thing. → Read More
These Are the Brands With the Best New Car“Deals” in 2022
Some cars were consistently easier to get than others in this seller's market → Read More
I'm Gifting My Car to My Father-In-Law and Looking for a Replacement! What Should I Buy?
This week's reader is gifting his Volvo XC90 and wants something similar. → Read More