Articles by Matt Campbell

Matt Campbell
Managing Editor - Head of Video

Matt Campbell has been at the forefront of automotive media for more than a decade, working not only on car reviews and news, but also helping manage automotive outputs across print, online, video and audio.

After completing his media degree at Macquarie University, Matt was an intern at a major news organisation as part of the motoring team, where he honed his skills in the online automotive reviews and news space. He did such a good job there they put him on full time, and since then he has worked across different automotive media outlets, before starting with CarsGuide in October 2017.

At CarsGuide Matt has helped shape the video output of the business, while also playing a key role in management behind the scenes, and helping in-market new car buyers make the right choice by continually evolving CarsGuide's comparison reviews. Driving more than 100 cars a year seemed like a dream to Matt when he first started out, but now it's all just part of the job - a job he loves and plans to stay in for a long time to come.

Matt is also an expert in used car values, as he's always on the hunt for a bargain - be it a project beater or a prime example of the breed. He currently owns a 2001 Audi TT quattro and a 2007 Suzuki Jimny JLX.

Australia has huge hybrid SUV demand!
By Matt Campbell · 25 May 2022
There is huge demand for hybrid SUVs in Australia, and it isn't going to let up anytime soon.
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Subaru's new EV won't cost you the earth!
By Matt Campbell · 22 May 2022
The first electric car from Subaru is expected to be a bit more affordable than some of the best EVs on the market.
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Ford Escape 2022 review: ST-Line PHEV (Plug-in hybrid)
By Matt Campbell · 20 May 2022
The Ford Escape now comes with an electric version! Well, partly. The new plug-in hybrid model has both electric power via a battery pack that you can recharge, and a 2.5-litre petrol engine as well. Sounds like a RAV4 Hybrid rival, right? Well, is it any good then? Matt Campbell spent a week with it to find out.
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2023 Subaru Outback XT turbo confirmed
By Matt Campbell · 13 May 2022
The Subaru Outback range is set to be turbocharged in 2023.
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Subaru WRX 2022 review
By Matt Campbell · 13 May 2022
This combination of three letters mightn’t mean much to the uninitiated, but to the diehard go-fast car customer, or even just the performance-curious one, WRX means something.
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A hotter VW Amarok V6 is coming!
By Matt Campbell · 25 Apr 2022
If you know your utes, you'll know the new-generation Ford Ranger and second-gen VW Amarok are going to share plenty of stuff.
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VW teams up with Jayco for new mega campervan
By Matt Campbell · 21 Apr 2022
The VW Crafter Kampervan is a big new van built with Jayco expertise!
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New Volkswagen Amarok 2023 reveal date set!
By Matt Campbell · 20 Apr 2022
If you've been hanging out to see the new-generation Volkswagen Amarok ute, you won't have to wait much longer - the all-new second-gen VW pick-up truck is set to be revealed in July this year.Volkswagen Commercial director, Ryan Davies, told CarsGuide th
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People already ordering five-door Jimny
By Matt Campbell · 14 Apr 2022
The long-anticipated but still not-yet-officially-confirmed Suzuki Jimny five-door 4x4 is proving to be so popular an idea with Australian new car customers that some are already putting money down for it.The current JB74 Suzuki Jimny has become quite the
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Skoda Kodiaq 2022 review
By Matt Campbell · 25 Mar 2022
The Skoda Kodiaq has developed a name for itself in Australia and this revamped model sees a number of important changes but also some critical carryover elements. Is it a better option than ever before? Matt Campbell lets you know in this detailed review.
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