Matt Degen

Matt Degen is an author specializing in reviewing cars with the goal of helping you find the best one for your needs. Prior to joining Kelley Blue Book in 2012, he was a writer and editor for over a decade at The Orange County Register newspaper. There he covered automobiles, music and food -- all things Matt is passionate about. He holds degrees in Communications and Culinary Arts. When not evaluating vehicles, he is cooking on his YouTube channel.

General

2021 Kia Seltos vs. 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Comparison

Matt Degen - October 05, 2020

The 2021 Kia Seltos and Chevrolet Trailblazer are two brand-new small SUVs. Both offer alluring design, modern features, and a…

Midsize Car

2021 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2021 Acura TLX Comparison

Matt Degen - October 02, 2020

While SUVs flourish, sedans are hardly passé. In fact, cars like the 2021 Hyundai Sonata and 2021 Acura TLX are…

Compact SUV Crossover

2021 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2021 Chevy Trailblazer Comparison

Matt Degen - October 01, 2020

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer are two savvy rivals among compact SUVs. Here’s how these two SUVs…

Fullsize Car

2021 Toyota Avalon Review

Matt Degen - August 11, 2020

Pros Comfortable & roomy Strong set of standard safety features Apple CarPlay, Android Auto & Amazon Alexa standard Standard 301-horsepower…

Advice

Car Buying During Coronavirus: Tips, Advice and Deals

Matt Degen - May 20, 2020

Even in normal times, buying, selling, owning and driving a car each brings its own joys, challenges, and questions. During…

General

Mazda offering free oil change for healthcare workers

Matt Degen - May 04, 2020

(Update, 5/4/2020: Mazda extends free oil change program. See details below) Demonstrating appreciation for the nation’s healthcare workers, Mazda is…

Luxury Fullsize SUV Crossover

2021 Cadillac Escalade First Look

Matt Degen - April 17, 2020

Cadillac’s flagship SUV has been fully redesigned for 2021 Even bigger and roomier than its predecessor Cool features include Super…

State Of California Department Of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Sign In The Town Of Los Gatos, Northern California.

General

Coronavirus DMV Update: What to Know Before You Go

Matt Degen - March 27, 2020

As with every other facet of life and business, Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) offices around the nation are responding to…

High Performance Car

2020 Honda Civic Type R First Review

Matt Degen - March 27, 2020

Pros 306 horsepower & lightning-quick reflexes 6-speed manual transmission Hatchback practicality Standard Honda Sensing safety suite Standard Apple CarPlay/Android Auto…

General

Coronavirus and Car Sales: Disruption, opportunities ahead

Matt Degen - March 26, 2020

Layoffs, stay-at-home mandates and the closing of non-essential businesses as a result of the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus roil the nation. Not surprisingly, the automotive industry faces its…