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.

Ford hot hatches - are they done and dusted?
By Matt Campbell · 19 May 2020
The Focus ST and Fiesta ST are very hot hatches. But is the sizzle set to fizzle?
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MG ZS 2020 review
By Matt Campbell · 19 May 2020
The MG ZS has been a star performer for the brand in Australia, fighting in one of the busiest parts of the new car market.So, should you buy one? This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) review will help you judge if the car is right for you.
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MG ZS 2020 pricing and specs detailed
By Matt Campbell · 19 May 2020
The MG ZS range is three models deep, but all of the variants are attractively priced.
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Proton Jumbuck reborn to take on Ford Ranger!
By Matt Campbell · 15 May 2020
If there was a Proton model we wish was reborn for the 2020s, it would be the Jumbuck mini-truck.
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2020 VW Amarok V6 580S uncovered!
By Matt Campbell · 15 May 2020
Is this the final special edition VW Amarok before the new-gen model?
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2020 Skoda Kamiq Scoutline detailed
By Matt Campbell · 14 May 2020
The Skoda Kamiq 2020 model range is set to arrive in Australia in the coming months, but it won’t launch with the newest member of the small Czech SUV family – the Skoda Kamiq Scoutline.
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Kia Stinger 2021: New engines not for Oz
By Matt Campbell · 13 May 2020
There have been reports circulating of a couple of big changes for the facelifted Kia Stinger 2021 model, including new engines borrowed from the Genesis luxury car range.
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Ford Ranger Tradesman 2020 pricing and specs
By Matt Campbell · 13 May 2020
The Ford Ranger line-up seems to be constantly expanding to fill new gaps, and the latest addition to the range is actually one that serious dual-cab ute buyers will appreciate.
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Facelifted Kia Picanto details revealed
By Matt Campbell · 13 May 2020
The facelifted Kia Picanto 2020 model isn’t just a more aggressively styled city car than the current one – it also has a lot more going for it when it comes to technology and smarts, too.
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Toyota's new model plans will be affected
By Matt Campbell · 12 May 2020
Toyota admits the rollout of some new models may be affected by COVID-19.
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