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.

Honda CR-V 2021 review: VTi LX AWD snapshot

By Matt Campbell · 13 Nov 2020

Top of the 2021 Honda CR-V range is the VTi LX AWD model, which tips in at a not insubstantial $47,490 (MSRP). Ouch, that’s pricey.

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Hyundai Sonata N Line 2021 uncovered!

By Matt Campbell · 07 Nov 2020

The all-new 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line will be the only model in the sedan range this time around. And it's got some zest, too.

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Genesis GV80 2021 review

By Matt Campbell · 06 Nov 2020

The Genesis GV80 2021 model range is an important - no, crucial - addition to the brand's line-up in Australia. Finally there's a model that people will actually consider, as large SUVs in the luxury segment significantly outnumber sedans these days. So, does the GV80 have what it takes to compete? You bet it does... well, mostly.

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Subaru Forester 2021 review: 2.5i Sport

By Matt Campbell · 02 Nov 2020

The Subaru Forester 2.5i Sport is the latest addition to the Japanese brand's family SUV range, and it brings a number of styling changes and equipment to make it look and feel a bit more adventurous. Is it any sportier in the way it drives? Sadly not. And that's its greatest letdown.

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New Genesis G80 2021 pricing and specs

By Matt Campbell · 30 Oct 2020

The all-new Genesis G80 has arrived in Australia to replace the old model which has been a part of the brand's line-up - including as a Hyundai product - since 2014. And it could be the start of something big for the Genesis brand.

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Peugeot 2008 2021 pricing and specs confirmed

By Matt Campbell · 30 Oct 2020

The all-new 2021 Peugeot 2008 has arrived in Australia, and it has set itself up as something of a premium European player in the market, asking considerably more than competitor small SUVs in the class.

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Peugeot 2008 2021 review

By Matt Campbell · 29 Oct 2020

The Peugeot 2008 isn't a mainstream player in the small SUV segment - but the brand doesn't really care. It is more expensive and more outlandish than plenty of its rival models, so should you consider it over a Kia Seltos or Mazda CX-30? We'll find out in this review.

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Nissan Qashqai 2021 review: Midnight Edition

By Matt Campbell · 29 Oct 2020

The Nissan Qashqai is an established, if weird, nameplate now. Having been around for a while, this model has built its own presence in the small-to-mid-sized SUV market. But with so many options in this segment now - about 20 new models since the Qashqai launched - does the new Midnight Edition add anything worth considering?

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Mazda BT-50 2021 review: XT 4x4 manual GVM test

By Matt Campbell · 26 Oct 2020

The Mazda BT-50 2021 range only arrived in dual cab guise, with the other models - single cab and extra cab - to follow. But that didn't stop us doing a tradie test with our recent BT-50 XT manual dual cab pick-up.

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LDV Deliver 9 2021 review GVM test

By Matt Campbell · 24 Oct 2020

The LDV Deliver 9 van is a large vehicle made for hard work. It isn't your average model, with a range of wheelbase and height choices, a cab-chassis model, and two different mini bus examples for sale. We drove the version LDV expects to sell a lot of: the Long Wheel Base Mid Roof model, which is automatic only and costs less than forty grand drive-away for ABN holders. That's less than a HiAce!

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