Our Experts

The CARiD Editorial Team is a dedicated group of car enthusiasts and automotive experts who are passionate about everything on wheels. With a deep understanding of car repair, parts, and the latest trends in the automotive world, they bring you insightful, accurate, and practical content to keep your vehicle in top shape.

I have been obsessed with all things automotive since I was a kid, and this passion led me to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. While obtaining my master’s degree in ME from Miami University, I worked as a technician at a local shop for seven years while building my own drag car, learning the ins and outs of vehicle performance, diagnostics, and repair. After working as an engineer for a few years following graduation, I just couldn’t scratch the automotive itch, so I shifted gears and became an automotive journalist. Working for various outlets and sites over the years including CarStuff, CarDigest, and TopSpeed, I’m here at CARiD Drive to report on some of the biggest automotive news stories, check out cool projects and builds, and simply be part of the automotive world that I’ve always loved.

I’m a SoCal-based freelance automotive journalist with a passion for DIY, maintenance, modification, motorsports, and any form of having fun behind the wheel. I’ve written for The Drive, Donut Media, Robb Report, Grassroots Motorsports, Ars Technica, Winding Road, The Autopian, and more.

My name is Chris Bruce, and I’ve been writing about cars professionally since 2011. In that time, I’ve written thousands of stories about vehicle news, the auto industry, history, motorsports, motorcycles, and so much more. I’ve worked for outlets like Autoblog, Autoviva, Chevrolet’s New Roads magazine, Edmunds, Hagerty, InsideEVs, and Motor1. I’ve also been a co-host or guest on hundreds of podcast episodes, including my own show “Rambling About Cars.” When I’m not immersed in the auto industry, my hobbies are playing with my dog, building plastic models, and playing 16-bit video games.

I started at the Motor Trend Group straight out of college when I was 22, kicking off a nearly two-decade career as an editor/writer/web producer playing with trucks, trucks, and more trucks all day, every day. When I’m wasn’t behind the wheel or cooped up behind a keyboard, I was working on my Master’s degree in Biblical Counseling or somehow adding to my truck collection. I dream of living the ultimate van life someday with my husband and two kids.

Michael Grayen is an SAE certified mechanic and Technical Writer. A resident expert and professional, Mike is passionate about all things technical and loves to share his knowledge. When not at work you can probably find him working on yet another ambitious project. His articles and write-ups cover everything from routine maintenance to performance and styling modifications. Follow him on Facebook and Twitter.

I’m a writer, editor, content strategist, and car nerd, with about 20 years in the automotive media industry. I have worked at outlets like Winding Road magazine and Autoblog, and served as editor in chief of Motor1 and InsideEVs. If you’ve read my work or seen me on a video, you probably know me as “that very tall bearded guy laughing.” A fine legacy. My wife, two boys, and I live in Ann Arbor, Michigan. When not editing the next new car review for your perusal, you can find me obsessing over old watches, iconoclastic cars, basketball (and basketball sneakers), and what’s for lunch. Follow any of my socials for a lot of each.

I’ve been writing about cars for more than a decade and thinking about cars for more than three decades. After freelancing in college as a copy editor for Petrolicious, I began working full-time for Truck Trend magazine in 2014 writing new-vehicle news and reviews, as well as contributing to its sister titles Diesel Power and 8-Lug, where I learned about everything from flat-fender Willys Jeeps to Cummins-powered 1,500-horsepower Rams. I moved to Motor1 in 2020 – driving the new Lamborghini Revuelto around Autodromo Vallelunga will forever be a career highlight – before leaving in 2024 to join CARiD as managing editor.

I’ve been writing about cars professionally since 2014 and as a journalist since 2017. I’ve worked at CNET’s Roadshow and Jalopnik, and as a freelancer, I’ve contributed to Robb Report, Ars Technica, The Drive, Autoblog, and Car and Driver. I own and regularly wrench on a 2003 Porsche Carrera and a 2001 BMW X5, both with manual transmissions.

With over 30 years of experience working on cars Product Training Director Richard Reina is known around the office as one of our technical experts & true a "car guy". His interest began, in his own words, "at the age of two when his dad taught him the difference between a Chevy and a Ford. Since then it's been cars all the time." As an avid enthusiast of just about all things with a motor Richard can answer just about any question related to vehicle maintenance, repair, or restoration & is a trivia expert in motor history. Stay up on all of Richard's guides & articles here or on LinkedIn.

Timothy Zahl is a technical writer and product consultant with over a decade of experience in the motor industry. Timothy is a fan of performance machines that run fast and loud and an expert in all things custom. His numerous articles and write-ups are available at our knowledge base. Follow Timothy Zahl on Facebook and Twitter to be up to date with his latest guides and articles.

Prior to joining PARTSiD in 2012 as a technical writer, Sean has worked in the auto industry for 15 years as an ASE certified technician, service advisor, and service manager - and has been a contributor to Autoweek Magazine, The Star, Examiner.com, and more. When not under the hood of his small collection of classic domestic and foreign cars, Sean can be found serving as technical editor and officer of several car clubs, judging concourse level car shows, exploring subjects of interest on his own classic vehicles website, and meeting some great folks around the tri-state NY / NJ / Pennsylvania area at various shows and events.

Mike Grady has worked in the auto industry for over 40 years as a technician, automotive machinist/engine builder, and technical writer. Cars are more than just business though, he also enjoys restoring and working on classic cars in his free time. But Mike’s not only a car guy, he’s also a lifelong motorcyclist. He got his first bike at age 14 and since then he’s had great fun riding, modifying and restoring over 20 motorcycles. Although Mike stays current with the latest industry trends and he can provide advice on car and motorcycle repair, maintenance and upgrades, he’s also a student of history and loves reading and talking about the early days of the motor industry.