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Making CarshoppingBuyingMaintenanceBetter
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While the industry talked horsepower, I cared about safety, space, and sanity. With that in mind, I built the family-focused resource I couldn’t find. After all, family cars carry the most precious cargo.
The Car Mom is an entire ecosystem designed to empower families with the knowledge and confidence to find the right vehicle.
Unbiased Expertise
We independently test, research, and review to give you the straight facts—no fluff.
Family-Focused Insights
We go beyond specs. From car seats to cargo space, we break down what truly matters to families.
Consumer Advocacy
We want to create a positive car buying experience by dismantling outdated stereotypes and changing the narrative of a traditionally male dominated industry.
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Meet the Team
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Kelly Stumpe
Founder & CEO
Kelly Stumpe is The Car Mom—a mom of four, a Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), a former car saleswoman, and the driving force behind one of the most trusted automotive platforms for families. What started as a way to review cars from a mom’s perspective has grown into a nationwide movement, with millions of views across YouTube, Instagram, and beyond. With a no-nonsense approach and a deep passion for helping families, Kelly makes finding your next family car easier, smarter, and more empowering. She also co-hosts The Carpool Podcast with her sister, Lizz, bringing real talk and laughs to listeners twice a week.
Elizabeth St. John
COO
Elizabeth St. John (but you can call her Lizz) is Kelly’s sister, business partner, and the powerhouse behind the scenes at The Car Mom as well as a CPST herself. As COO, she keeps operations running smoothly, from content strategy to video production. She’s also the co-host of The Carpool Podcast, where she and Kelly mix industry insights with sisterly banter. Before joining The Car Mom, Lizz worked in automotive digital marketing—so she knows her way around the car world. As a mom. she’s just as passionate about making car shopping easier for families as she is about keeping Kelly on schedule.
When it comes to choosing, finding, and buying the car that carries your family, The Car Mom’s got you covered.
Reach out & let’s get started
Whether you're comparing models, prepping for the dealership, or looking for car seat recommendations, we’re here to help.