
Matt Smith
Matt believes you don't have to be a "car person" to love your car—you just need the right match. The right vehicle opens up your life, whether that's weekend drives, remote adventures, or simply making daily routines less of a grind. As Head of Content for CarGurus, US, he creates and oversees the site's written and video content, helping people find their ideal car. Matt has been working on the journalism side of the auto industry since 2014.
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2026 Cadillac Optiq-V Pricing, Specs, and Release Date
by Matt Smith
The all-electric Cadillac Optiq-V aims to bring younger, more affluent drivers to the Cadillac brand by leveraging enhanced d...
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Buying a Car Sight Unseen: A Comprehensive Guide
by Matt Smith
With the internet and websites like CarGurus, choosing to buy a car sight unseen can earn you a great deal with little risk. ...
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2025 Ford Expedition Review
by Matt Smith
Now in its fifth generation, the 2025 Ford Expedition upgrades its tech and adds an off-road-focused Tremor trim level.

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review and Video
by Matt Smith
For the first time in nearly 50 years, the Volkswagen Golf GTI won’t be available with a manual transmission. Does it matter?...
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2026 Honda Passport Review and Video
by Matt Smith
After seven years in the periphery, the Honda Passport takes center stage.

2025 Kia K4 Review and Video
by Matt Smith
With a new name and a new look, can the 2025 Kia K4 challenge the Honda Civic?

The Truth About How to Buy A Car Online
by Matt Smith
Most car purchases still involve working with a dealership, but when it comes to buying a car online, we can boil the dealers...
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2025 Nissan Pathfinder Review
by Matt Smith
With the Rock Creek trim, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder may offer the best bang for your buck on the three-row SUV market.

2023 Toyota Tundra Review and Video
by Matt Smith
Toyota sacrifices an outdated formula to create a more advanced and efficient pickup truck.

2019 CarGurus Best Used Car Awards
by Matt Smith
Naturally, you want to avoid paying too much for your next car, but you also want to be sure you’re driving off in the best v...
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Why Cars for Sale by Owner Often Cost Less than Dealership Cars
by Matt Smith
Trading in your vehicle has significant benefits, but selling a car privately will often still earn you the most money for yo...
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2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Pricing, Specs, and Release Date
by Matt Smith
The 2026 Ram 1500 Ramcharger will deliver 654 horsepower, 615 pound-feet of torque, giving it a class-leading 14,000 pounds o...
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Who Makes Buick Cars?
by Matt Smith
Buick, an American automaker rich in history, is a subsidiary of General Motors. In terms of prestige, Buick cars fall betwee...
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2025 Chevrolet Suburban Review
by Matt Smith
A major tech makeover elevates the 2025 Chevrolet Suburban amid a hyper-competitive segment.

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe Review
by Matt Smith
The first noteworthy update since 2021 brings a new fascia and a welcome update to the Tahoe’s tech.

2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Review
by Matt Smith
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz electric van finally arrives in the United States.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Review and Video
by Matt Smith
The best-selling subcompact crossover on the market gets Subaru's rugged Wilderness treatment.

2025 Kia K5 Preview
by Matt Smith
The Kia K5 is redesigned inside and out for the 2025 model year. New powertrain, tech, and safety offerings accompany the upd...
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2025 Acura MDX Overview and Video Walkaround
by Matt Smith
The popular Acura MDX receives a light makeover, with noteworthy additions happening inside its cabin.

What to Consider When Buying a Car for Commuting
by Matt Smith
When gasoline prices rise, many car shoppers begin to consider the cost of their daily commute as a critical factor in their ...
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Understanding the Levels of Self-Driving Cars
by Matt Smith
Self-driving cars exist in some capacity already, but these features don’t qualify a vehicle as autonomous. SAE International...
Read moreA Comprehensive Guide to Kia Electric Cars
by Matt Smith
Kia currently makes some of the market's most interesting and impressive electric vehicles. This detailed guide looks at the ...
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The Best Cars to Sell this Summer
by Matt Smith
In this guide, we’ve identified the ten best vehicles to sell this summer, based on their average listing price change year-o...
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The Best New Cars Coming in 2023
by Matt Smith
A new year means new cars. As the market continues to shift further toward electrification, we’re looking forward to a slew o...
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