Matt Wolfe

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About

Matt is an automotive and motorsports enthusiast with 10 years of experience in racing and writing about cars. He lives in the metro Detroit area and is actively involved in various types of SCCA racing both as a participant and organizer. His brand of choice is Mazda, and he currently owns over half a dozen of their models. His current stable includes a 2009 MX-5, a 1990 323, a 2003.5 Mazdaspeed Protege, and a 2012 Mazda 2 B Spec road racing car. Matt specializes in researching and writing about the year-to-year changes and available trims of used vehicles to help buyers pick the best car for their needs.

About

Matt is an automotive and motorsports enthusiast with 10 years of experience in racing and writing about cars. He lives in the metro Detroit area and is actively involved in various types of SCCA racing both as a participant and organizer. His brand of choice is Mazda, and he currently owns over half a dozen of their models. His current stable includes a 2009 MX-5, a 1990 323, a 2003.5 Mazdaspeed Protege, and a 2012 Mazda 2 B Spec road racing car. Matt specializes in researching and writing about the year-to-year changes and available trims of used vehicles to help buyers pick the best car for their needs.

Articles

Kia Telluride Problems Include Cracked Windshields and Issues with Faulty Collision Avoidance System
Kia Telluride Problems Encompass Cracked Windshields and Issues With Faulty Collision Avoidance System
The Kia Telluride has only been on the road for a few years, and it has generally been a reliable SUV for many owners. But some common issues with a problematic collision avoidance system and...
Apr 5, 2022
2016 Nissan Sentra Problems Include Failing Transmissions, Electrical Issues, and Malfunctioning Air Bags
2016 Nissan Sentra Problems Consist of Failing Transmissions, Electrical Issues, and Malfunctioning Airbags
The 2016 Nissan Sentra has six NHTSA recalls and 165 complaints, with its CVT and unreliable airbags noted as its biggest trouble spots. Despite some setbacks, the Sentra is still a solid,...
Apr 1, 2022
2016 Nissan Sentra Problems and Recalls Include Failing Transmissions, Electrical Issues, and Faulty Air Bags
2016 Nissan Sentra Problems Mostly Relate to a Troublesome Continuously Variable Transmission
The 2016 Sentra is a popular compact sedan thanks to its reasonable price and long list of standard features. However, there are some common issues and serious safety risks over flawed airbags and...
Mar 25, 2022
2019 Honda CR-V Engine Options Include a Durable 2.4L Inline-four and a More Efficient but Less Reliable 1.5L Turbocharged I4
2019 Honda CR-V Engine Options Include a Durable 2.4L Inline-four and a More Efficient but Less Reliable 1.5L Turbocharged I4
The 2019 CR-V offers two engine options. The entry-level LX model features a durable 2.4L engine good for 184 horsepower while the upper trims offer a more powerful turbocharged 1.5L engine packing...
Mar 23, 2022
Kia Telluride Problems and Recalls Include Complaints of Cracked Windshields, Issues with the Collision Avoidance System, and a few Safety-Related Recalls
Kia Telluride Problems Encompass Cracked Windshields, Faulty Collision Avoidance System, and Subpar Headlights
Kia’s midsize Telluride SUV has generally been reliable since its 2020 debut. But some common issues have already cropped up. The SUV’s biggest early problems include windshields that...
Mar 15, 2022
Ford F-150 Pickup Truck Problems and Recalls
Ford F-150 Pickup Truck Problems Address Serious Issues with Engine Stalls, Electrical Glitches, and Fires
The Ford F-150 has been the king of full-size pickups for decades, but the F-Series truck is far from trouble-free. There have been recalls for unexpected downshifts, leaks from the brake master...
Mar 10, 2022
Honda Pilot Reliability: How Long Will It Last?
Honda Pilot Reliability: How Long Will It Last?
While not as durable as some of the vehicles it shares underpinnings with, the Pilot continues the Honda tradition of reliability and should last over 10 years or 150,000 miles and beyond with few...
Feb 25, 2022
Honda HR-V: Reliability: How Long Will It Last?
Honda HR-V Reliability: How Long Will It Last?
Though it has only been available in the U.S. since 2015, the HR-V has proven to be a very durable compact SUV with numerous examples already pushing over 100,000 miles with plenty of life left. Key...
Feb 25, 2022
2013 Ford F-150 Engine Options Include Pair of Powerful V8s, Capable V6, and an Impressive 3.5L V6 EcoBoost Engine
2013 Ford F-150’s Four Engine Options Include Two Powerful V8s, Capable V6, and Impressive 3.5L V6 EcoBoost Engine
The 2013 Ford F-150 could be optioned with a basic 302-hp 3.7L V6 up to a monstrous 6.2L V8 with 411 hp. There’s also a 365-hp EcoBoost twin-turbo 3.5L V6 capable of towing up to 11,300 pounds....
Feb 4, 2022
2013 GMC Sierra Problems and Recalls Include Takata Air Bag Inflator Recall as well as Dash Cracks and Frame Rust
2013 GMC Sierra 1500’s Problems Cover Faulty Takata Airbags, Rust Problem, Cracked Dashboards, and Potential Rollaway
2013 GMC Sierras are durable pickups with a wide variety of uses, but there are several common problems reported by owners, such as malfunctioning airbags that could rupture, potential vehicle...
Feb 4, 2022
2013 Ford F-150 Problems and Recalls Include Unexpected Downshifts from the Transmission and a Recall for Brake Fluid Loss
2013 Ford F-150’s Three Recalls and Three Investigations Cover Transmission Downshift Issues, Problem with Brake Fluid Loss
The 2013 F-150 may have been built Ford tough, but that doesn’t mean all examples are problem-free. Some 2013 model year units were plagued with transmission issues, random loss of engine power, and...
Feb 4, 2022
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s Five Trims Saw Minor Updates but Still Offered Lots of Options and New Colors
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s Five Trims Saw Minor Updates but Still Offered Lots of Options and New Colors
Chevrolet made few changes to the Silverado for 2013. But the popular pickup truck still included a wide variety of features and a few new colors to offer buyers everything from a basic workhorse to a...
Jan 23, 2022
2015 Nissan Altima Models and Trims Offer New Standard Equipment, Additional Safety Features, and a More Efficient V6 Engine
2015 Nissan Altima’s Five Trims Include Added Safety Features and a More Efficient 3.5L V6 Engine
In addition to some minor changes in standard equipment, the 2015 Altima received more convenience and safety features on select trims. Nissan also improved the fuel economy of V6-equipped Altima...
Jan 6, 2022
2016 Ram 1500 Pickup Truck Trims Feature Off Road Focused Rebel Model, Some Special Editions, and Updated Standard Infotainment
2016 Ram 1500 Trims Feature Off-road Focused Rebel, Special Editions, and Updated Infotainment
The Ram 1500 pickup truck received a new trim level for 2016, as well as two special editions. While most of the truck was a carryover, there were some minor changes to the standard infotainment...
Dec 20, 2021
2011 Kia Optima Models and Trims Featured Major Redesign, 274 hp Turbocharged Engine, and Fuel Efficient Hybrid Edition
2011 Kia Optima’s Three Trims Featured Major Redesign, 274-hp Turbocharged Engine, and Hybrid Edition
Kia completely redesigned the Optima for 2011 with an aggressive look, more luxurious interior, and added muscle in the form of an optional turbocharged 2.0L engine for SX models. Plus, a new hybrid...
Dec 8, 2021