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.

Toyota GR86 2023 review
By Matt Campbell · 22 Sep 2022
The new-gen Toyota GR86 2023 model is a much more assertive and sporty drive than the last model, but has the hard-edge come at the expense of driving joy?
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Ford Everest Platinum 2023 review: snapshot
By Matt Campbell · 21 Sep 2022
The top of the pops for the 2023 Ford Everest line-up is the newly named Platinum spec, replacing the existing Titanium model.
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Is it worth $13k more? GR 86 price defended
By Matt Campbell · 20 Sep 2022
Toyota Australia has defended the steep pricing position of its new GR 86 sports coupe.
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Ford Everest Sport 2023 review: snapshot
By Matt Campbell · 19 Sep 2022
Step up to the Sport grade in the 2023 Ford Everest range and you’re going to have to pay $69,090 (MSRP), but you’re scoring some big upgrades over the models below it.
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Ford Everest Trend 2023 review: snapshot
By Matt Campbell · 17 Sep 2022
The second-step up the 2023 Ford Everest range is the Trend, which follows a very similar trajectory to the entry-level version, but adds plenty of additional equipment.
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Another hot-hatch enters palliative care
By Matt Campbell · 16 Sep 2022
The Renault Megane RS hot-hatch is destined to finish its time as part of the French brand's line-up in 2023.
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Ford Everest Ambiente 2023 review: snapshot
By Matt Campbell · 15 Sep 2022
The Ford Everest Ambiente remains the entry point to the new-generation model range, and like the existing version, it comes with a choice of 4x2 (rear-wheel drive) or 4x4 (four-wheel drive).
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Toyota GR 86 2023 pricing and specs
By Matt Campbell · 14 Sep 2022
The Toyota GR 86 sees a bunch of new gear and a bigger engine, but it also scores a significantly bigger price tag compared to the first 86 model.
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Ford Everest 2023 review
By Matt Campbell · 13 Sep 2022
The Ford Everest is back for its second generation - it's still based on the Ranger ute, but has a new look, new tech and a new engine - a big V6 turbo-diesel. Prices are up, too... so is it still a good family 4x4 wagon option?
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Renault Trafic 2023 review
By Matt Campbell · 13 Sep 2022
You might not be able to tell the difference if you spot one in traffic, but the 2023 Renault Trafic facelifted van has plenty of changes inside and out. Safety, a bigger engine, new interior materials and technology have all been added, but prices are up by as much asn nine grand. Is it worth it? Matt Campbell attended the new model launch to find out.
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