CarGurus Appoints Matthew Mandel as Chief Financial Officer

CarGurus, the leading U.S. automotive shopping platform, has announced the appointment of Matthew Mandel as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 19, 2026. Mandel will report directly to CarGurus CEO Jason Trevisan and will oversee financial strategy, corporate development, and leadership operations as the company focuses on accelerating product innovation and expanding its role as a trusted partner for dealers and an expert guide for shoppers.

"Matt brings a unique blend of strategic, operational, financial, and people leadership skills that align perfectly with our strategic goals," said Trevisan. "His experience in scaling teams and driving enterprise value through customer-centric products and technology will be invaluable as we expand our dealer software and data intelligence offerings and develop a trusted, AI-led consumer shopping experience."

Mandel's background includes roles as CFO and COO at Fleetio, a leading fleet maintenance and optimization software platform, and as COO and Co-CEO at Cometeer, a beverage technology company. Prior to these positions, he held senior roles at Wayfair, including head of the company’s North American Transportation and Home Delivery business, and was an investment professional at Advent International and Bain Capital.

"CarGurus’ market leadership and strong business model, combined with its exciting product roadmap and talented team, drew me to this role," said Mandel. "It’s particularly compelling to support the company’s evolution as it invests in platform growth across the dealer workflow and consumer journey."

CarGurus, founded in 2006, is the top-visited automotive shopping site in the U.S., offering the largest selection of vehicles and the largest network of dealers. The company’s mission is to bring more trust and transparency to car shopping, supporting each shopper’s journey, from online research and shopping to in-dealership decisions, with data-driven products and solutions. CarGurus also operates online marketplaces in the U.K. and Canada, with brands including PistonHeads, the largest online motoring community in the U.K.

Mandel holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University.

With Mandel's appointment, CarGurus continues its focus on innovation and expansion, driven by a commitment to delivering a trusted and efficient shopping experience for both consumers and dealers.