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Get Contact List →Download Contact ListAs What Car?’s sub-editor since 2018, Haining specializes in translating technical specifications into buyer-focused narratives. His work straddles three core areas:
"Approach pitches as collaborative storytelling – Haining wants to guide readers through discovery, not deliver verdicts."
As Associate Editor at Octane Magazine, Glen Waddington has redefined classic car journalism through his dual focus on preservation and innovation. His work excavates automotive history while blueprinting its future—a balance epitomized by his award-winning coverage of restomod culture.
With readership spanning 40 countries, Waddington’s work serves as the Rosetta Stone between classic car purists and modern engineering visionaries. His upcoming book Welding Past to Present (2026) promises to further cement this legacy.
As Classic & Sports Car's foremost historian, MacLeman specializes in:
"The perfect pitch combines diesel stains on a blueprint with champagne corks from victory celebrations."
As Managing Editor of evo, Ian Eveleigh shapes coverage of performance cars through three decades of industry experience. His work combines technical expertise with narrative-driven storytelling, particularly excelling in:
"The best drivers' cars speak through your hands and feet, not through a touchscreen menu."
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James Baggott stands as the UK’s preeminent automotive trade journalist through his dual role as Car Dealer Magazine’s editor-in-chief and Baize Group CEO. With over 20 years documenting the intersection of policy, economics, and dealership operations, his work serves as essential reading for industry professionals navigating the EV transition.
“The real story isn’t in the showroom – it’s in the spreadsheet.”
Recent achievements include steering Car Dealer Magazine to record subscription growth (47% YoY increase) while expanding video content output by 300% across TikTok and LinkedIn. His predictions on agency model rollbacks were cited in Parliament during 2024 automotive policy debates.
As Modern Classics Magazine's lead writer since 2017, James Howe has redefined automotive heritage journalism through his:
Recent career highlights include curating the British Motor Museum's 2024 "Lost Prototypes" exhibition and serving as technical consultant for BBC Four's "The Geometry of Speed" documentary series.
electric vehicles, new car reviews
Alpine celebrated its 70th anniversary in style with an impressive parade at the Goodwood Members’ Meeting earlier this month
The Resurgence of Carburetor Technology in Modern Restoration
Lost Prototypes of the British Motor Industry
James McLachlan is the editor of Car Design News, where he analyzes how vehicle design intersects with technology, sustainability, and urban planning. His work emphasizes accessibility—celebrating budget-conscious innovations as rigorously as luxury concepts.
Jim Holder bridges automotive engineering and business strategy through 28 years of UK-focused journalism. Now freelancing after leading Autocar and What Car?, he analyzes:
"The best stories emerge where engineering ambition meets economic reality."
As Transport Editor for The Sunday Times, Nicholas Hellen shapes national conversations about sustainable mobility and equitable infrastructure. With over 15 years at the UK’s premier news outlet, his work sits at the intersection of public policy, environmental science, and urban design.
“The most compelling pitches demonstrate how transport systems affect real people’s daily lives – their wallets, their health, their communities.”
As Head of Car Testing at Top Gear, Marriage combines technical rigor with narrative-driven journalism. His work spans hypercar critiques to EV sustainability debates, always seeking the human element within mechanical excellence.
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As Autosport’s Group National Editor, Lickorish has redefined coverage of UK grassroots racing through:
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Lickorish’s work remains essential for understanding the complex ecosystem sustaining UK motorsport beneath the professional tier.
Tom Ford, Associate Editor at TopGear Magazine, stands at the forefront of automotive journalism with a focus on technological innovation and sustainable mobility. Based in the UK with global influence, his work bridges enthusiast culture and industry disruption.
With accolades from the Guild of Motoring Writers and Pirelli, Ford’s work continues shaping how consumers and manufacturers approach the mobility revolution. His upcoming Hard Cell series on Motortrend explores solid-state battery development across three continents.
Vicky Parrott stands as the UK's foremost EV analyst, combining 19 years of automotive expertise with a passion for sustainable transport. As Associate Editor at Electrifying.com, her work bridges technical innovation and consumer experience across three core areas:
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"The most compelling stories make kilowatt-hours relatable to school runs and grocery trips."
Recent recognition includes the 2023 AA Media Award for her emergency vehicle electrification series. As a European Car of the Year juror, Parrott's influence shapes industry priorities while maintaining consumer advocacy.
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