UK-based motoring journalist and writer who has turned a lifelong passion for cars, motorsports, and gaming into a career since 2012. After taking time away from permanent work to care for family, I’ve contributed across consumer and industry titles, currently writing for GTPlanet.net and SpeedBites as Editor-in-Chief, and work on a freelance basis for a range of clients including Goodwood, DriveTribe, Geely, the Institute of the Motor Industry, and Bauer Media. I’m adaptable, creative, and adept at delivering engaging content on tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects. I hold an MSc in molecular biology, have qualifications in three languages, play the trombone to a good standard, and enjoy many individual and team sports. I’m punctual and meticulous about deadlines but don’t compromise on quality. I hold a full, clean UK driving licence with towing and minibus entitlements, am a member of the Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council (SMNMPC), and the website editor of the Northern Group of Motoring Writers (NGMW).

Andrew Evans

UK-based motoring journalist and writer who has turned a lifelong passion for cars, motorsports, and gaming into a career since 2012. After taking time away from permanent work to care for family, I’ve contributed across consumer and industry titles, currently writing for GTPlanet.net and SpeedBites as Editor-in-Chief, and work on a freelance basis for a range of clients including Goodwood, DriveTribe, Geely, the Institute of the Motor Industry, and Bauer Media. I’m adaptable, creative, and adept at delivering engaging content on tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects. I hold an MSc in molecular biology, have qualifications in three languages, play the trombone to a good standard, and enjoy many individual and team sports. I’m punctual and meticulous about deadlines but don’t compromise on quality. I hold a full, clean UK driving licence with towing and minibus entitlements, am a member of the Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council (SMNMPC), and the website editor of the Northern Group of Motoring Writers (NGMW).

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UK-based motoring journalist and writer who has turned a lifelong passion for cars, motorsports, and gaming into a career since 2012.

After taking time away from permanent work to care for family, I’ve contributed across consumer and industry titles, currently writing for GTPlanet.net and SpeedBites as Editor-in-Chief, and work on a freelance basis for a range of clients including Goodwood, DriveTribe, Geely, the Institute of the Motor Industry, and Bauer Media.

I’m adaptable, creative, and adept at delivering engaging content on tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects.

I hold an MSc in molecular biology, have qualifications in three languages, play the trombone to a good standard, and enjoy many individual and team sports. I’m punctual and meticulous about deadlines but don’t compromise on quality.

I hold a full, clean UK driving licence with towing and minibus entitlements, am a member of the Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council (SMNMPC), and the website editor of the Northern Group of Motoring Writers (NGMW).

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Motoring Writer at Left-Hand Thread
April 1, 2017 - October 27, 2025
Providing articles, both at request and by pitch, on all aspects of motoring - motorsports, consumer information, vehicle reviews – to a wide variety of clients including Goodwood, DriveTribe, Geely, the Institute of the Motor Industry, and Bauer Media.
Editor, Motoring Editor, Community Manager, Editor in Chief at GTPlanet.net
August 1, 2008 - October 27, 2025
Sourcing, writing, commissioning, scheduling, and editing articles about simulation racing games and related topics; expanded site scope to include motoring content; attend events and drive press vehicles; manage a small team of volunteer writers; authored GTPlanet’s Gran Turismo reference books including GTPedia and Gran Turismo 6: The Unauthorized Player’s Guide; oversees site forums with a large community.
Staff Writer, Senior Staff Writer at Blackball Media
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017
Provided content across all outlets (Car Dealer, Workshop, and online presence); led product test section in Workshop; created website content, managed an Editorial Assistant, and liaised with manufacturers and PR teams.
Motoring Writer at Freelance
October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Wrote news and feature articles for CarThrottle and Carwow, both on request and by pitch; rewrote a significant number of Carwow reviews and attended vehicle launches.
Science Technician at St. John's College School, Cambridge
August 31, 2008 - August 31, 2008
Full-time role handling chemical preparation, laboratory maintenance, ICT provision and support.
Senior Science Technician at Ashford Christ Church School
August 31, 2007 - August 31, 2007
Laboratory maintenance, equipment preparation, stocking and ordering, ICT provision and support; lead role in lab operations and interdepartmental coordination.
Research Laboratory Technician at Imperial College, London
May 1, 2003 - May 1, 2003
Project to detect circulating tumour cells in colorectal cancer patients; general laboratory maintenance, stock supervision, and record-keeping.
Editor at SpeedBites
October 1, 2024 - Present
Collating news articles from multiple motoring sources, summarising, and publishing for a weekdaily newsletter.

Education

MSc. Human Genetics & Disease at Sheffield Hallam University
September 1, 1999 - October 1, 2000
BSc. (Hons) Molecular Biology and Genetics at University of East Anglia, Norwich
September 1, 1996 - July 1, 1999

Qualifications

MSc. Human Genetics & Disease
September 1, 1999 - October 1, 2000
Full, clean UK driving licence with towing and minibus entitlements
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality