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Matt Smith

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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How Much Can I Sell My Car For?

How Much Can I Sell My Car For?

by Matt Smith

The asking price is an important part of successfully selling a used vehicle. Find out how much you can sell your car with a ...

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How To Sell Your Car with CarGurus

How To Sell Your Car with CarGurus

by Matt Smith

Find out how to sell your car online 100% with CarGurus with this step-by-step guide.

How To Sell a Car Privately in 10 Steps

How To Sell a Car Privately in 10 Steps

by Matt Smith

Selling a car privately can help you to maximize the cash you get for your used vehicle. Here's how to do it.

How To Avoid Scams When Selling Your Car

How To Avoid Scams When Selling Your Car

by Matt Smith

Selling your car privately does come with some risks. Minimize those risks by following these steps to identify common scams,...

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How To Get the Most for Your Trade-In

How To Get the Most for Your Trade-In

by Matt Smith

Car dealers generally subtract the agreed-upon trade-in amount from the purchase price of your new car, meaning a trade-in ca...

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2026 Cadillac Optiq-V Pricing, Specs, and Release Date

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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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