Assistant Managing Editor-News
Matt Schmitz
Former Assistant Managing Editor-News Matt Schmitz is a veteran Chicago journalist indulging his curiosity for all things auto while helping to inform car shoppers.
In honor of Endangered Species Day, our editors pick cars they believe are
headed for extinction.
By Matt Schmitz
May 18, 2017
Utah has lowered its BAC limit to 0.05. Will the rest of the country
eventually follow its lead?
By Matt Schmitz
May 17, 2017
Elon Musk's The Boring Co. proposes eliminating gridlock in cities with
underground tunnels that would carry cars via an electric sled.
By Matt Schmitz
May 17, 2017
Approximately 240,500 model-year 2013-17 Audi Q5 and Q7 SUVs are
being recalled for a fuel pump flange.
By Matt Schmitz
May 15, 2017
The BMW 5 Series returns strong safety-wise for the 2017 model year, now
boasting the highest IIHS honor: Top Safety Pick Plus.
By Matt Schmitz
May 12, 2017
As we get ready to embark on summer travel, AAA reminds us to be
prepared.
By Matt Schmitz
May 11, 2017
Refreshed for 2017, the Lexus IS 350 F Sport provides more room for child-safety seats.
By Matt Schmitz
May 11, 2017
For Lexus GS buyers who want some real performance upgrades above and beyond available appearance packages, check out the F Sport.
By Matt Schmitz
May 10, 2017
There's no better time for older drivers to think about no longer driving, and for their families to start practicing their speech.
By Matt Schmitz
May 10, 2017
Unlike the 2018 Ford Mustang and Darth Vader, there are a few cars that
resemble sci-fi villains to us. Here are four we found uncanny.
By Matt Schmitz
May 8, 2017