Sam Charlwood

Sam joined carsales in 2016 and has since grown to become one of Australia’s leading automotive journalists. He first started covering the car beat in 2013, writing news, reviews, features and producing video content for the Sydney Morning Herald’s Drive section. Before that, Sam covered sports including the National Rugby League and National Basketball League, along with stints in regional television and newspaper newsrooms.

Sam has been fascinated by all things automotive for as long as he can remember, having first experienced time behind the wheel of a bashed-up HiLux as a teenager on the family’s rural property. He has a keen interest in cars, motorcycles and trucks, as well as a passion for two- and four-wheeled motorsport.

During his time at carsales, Sam has unwittingly picked up the nickname ‘Supercar Sam’. He still has no idea why …