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Sam D. Smith

Sri Lanka
As seen in: MSN, Manchester Evening News, Carscoops, NewsBreak, EconomyNext, Gear Open
Covers:  Automotive, Cars, Driving, News
Assistant Managing Editor — TopSpeed.com Former Editor-in-Chief TopGear Sri Lanka, @gomw_uk Jaguar Sir William Lyons Award Finalist

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Sam D. Smith’s Biography

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Sam D. Smith, otherwise known as AutoSmith, is an award-winning automotive journalist from Sri Lanka, with bylines in Motor Magazine, Torque & Throttle Magazine, TopSpeed.com, The Morning Newspaper, BBC Top Gear Sri Lanka, and CarScoops.com

He started his career as an automotive photographer at AutoLanka.com and was appointed deputy editor at Motor Magazine. He was later appointed as Editor-In-Chief of BBC Top Gear Sri Lanka. He has also worked on the MoTorque TV Show, and presented the Exide M…

Sam D. Smith’s Journalist Portfolio

2.6 Tons Of Defender Trophy Crossed A Log Bridge We Built Ourselves | Carscoops

2.6 Tons Of Defender Trophy Crossed A Log Bridge We Built Ourselves | Carscoops

We get to experience Defender's reimagined Trophy series in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and get more than a taste of i…

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Elon Once Called BYD A Joke. The 2026 Sealion 8 PHEV Disagrees | Review | Carscoops

Elon Once Called BYD A Joke. The 2026 Sealion 8 PHEV Disagrees | Review | Carscoops

The Sealion 8 is an upmarket three-row SUV, and it could be the most impresive yet

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Classic Drive: Why The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint Is The Forgotten FWD King | Carscoops

Classic Drive: Why The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint Is The Forgotten FWD King | Carscoops

We delve into the flawed masterpiece that is the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint, and why it's a front-wheel drive …

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The Avatr 11 Blends European Style And Chinese Tech But Still Comes With A Catch: Review | Carsco...

The Avatr 11 Blends European Style And Chinese Tech But Still Comes With A Catch: Review | Carsco...

We go for a quick spin in the Avatr 11, a collab between Changan, CATL, and Huawei, to see if it can take on …

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JDM Drive: The Honda S660 Is The Miniature NSX The World Was Deprived Of | Carscoops

JDM Drive: The Honda S660 Is The Miniature NSX The World Was Deprived Of | Carscoops

We get behind the wheel of the Japan-only Honda S660, and discover why such a car may never be produced by a …

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If You've Seen A Speed Limit Sign With A Red Border, Here's What It Means

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By Sam D. Smith
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If you've ever driven in Texas and wondered what the aggressive, red-bordered speed limit signs mean, don't worry: you're not alone. We're all familiar with regular speed limit signs, which are pretty straightforward with black letters and numbers over the white background, right? You see them, you keep your speed below their posted number, and you're fine. And with today's digital speedometers and full-screen gauge clusters, there's really no excuse for not being able to reasonably comply.
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If You've Seen A Speed Limit Sign With A Red Border, Here's What It Means

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By Sam D. Smith
| Gear Open
If you've ever driven in Texas and wondered what the aggressive, red-bordered speed limit signs mean, don't worry: you're not alone. We're all familiar with regular speed limit signs, which are pretty straightforward with black letters and numbers over the white background, right? You see them, you keep your speed below their posted number, and you're fine. And with today's digital speedometers and full-screen gauge clusters, there's really no excuse for not being able to reasonably comply.
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The Avatr 07 May Be The Best Case For Chinese Cars Yet | Review Original

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By Sam D. Smith
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PROS ›› The best self-parking tech we’ve experienced, solid build quality, looks unique, CONS ›› Firm ride, tech overload, model tested was not quick Avatr is likely a brand you’ve never heard of. And yet, it’s the kind of car company that is likely to shake you out of your slumber when you realize just how quickly China is developing its top-flight tech powerhouses. The Avatr 07 is another feather in the company’s cap.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Covering Foxhill

What's your favorite social network?

Instagram

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Keep trying, and be consistent

Awards

Automobile Industry Awards

2026 - Best Automotive Presenter (English)

Awarded to the presenter who was judged by a panel of leading figures in Sri Lanka's automotive industry as the most comprehensive presenter for their social media and television work.

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