Meet the Experts Behind Regit

At Regit, our true strength comes from the amazing people behind the content. We have a diverse team of automotive experts, reviewers, and editorial staff, all united by our core values of accuracy, transparency, and putting users first. We combine real-world car-buying experiences with deep technical knowledge, all while staying committed to providing honest reviews and reliable breaking news.

We believe that knowing who's behind the reviews and the latest news helps you trust the advice you read. Below, you'll find our team organised by role, along with a peek into their backgrounds and what they contribute to Regit. Read more about the standards we follow on our Publishing Policy page or learn more about Regit.

Our Editorial & Review Team

Get to know the writers, reviewers and editors behind Regit. Each profile below introduces a member of our editorial team along with a snapshot of their background and focus.

Jodie Chay Oneill

Content Executive

Jodie Chay-O'Neill is the content executive at Regit. Responsible for the weekly newsletter and keeping our audience up to date with the latest automotive news.

Mathilda Bartholomew

Marketing Executive

Mathilda Bartholomew is a marketing executive and social media manager at Regit. She writes automotive news, consumer advice guides, and quizzes to help keep you entertained.

Maxine Ashford

Freelance Contributor

Maxine Ashford is a freelance writer for Regit, working in journalism since the late 1980s and specialising in motoring for the last 24 years.

Tim Barnes-Clay

Freelance Reviews Writer

Tim Barnes-Clay, an experienced freelance motoring journalist and broadcaster, has been a contributor to Regit since 2017. He produces car reviews for Regit and has also written for major outlets such as British GQ.

Tom Gibson

Head of Customer Communications

Tom is Head of Customer Communications at Regit, overseeing content strategy and delivery across the platform and working closely with partners to ensure key messages land clearly with drivers.

Why Our Team Matters

The stories, reviews, and guides you read on Regit come from a passionate team that truly lives and breathes cars. Our writers bring together decades of experience in automotive journalism, content strategy, marketing, and broadcasting, all driven by a sincere desire to help drivers make confident choices.

Real-world expertise: From the impact of government policies on motorists to straightforward advice, our writers excel at transforming complex automotive topics into practical insights.
Trusted voices: With contributors who've reviewed cars for national media and industry publications, you can trust that every review and guide is based on real experience.
Independent and transparent: While we do work with manufacturers and dealers, our editorial opinions are always independent and unbiased, focusing solely on what's best for drivers, not advertisers.
Quality assurance: Every piece of content we publish is meticulously reviewed by several team members to ensure it's accurate, fair, and genuinely useful.

Whether it's family car comparisons or important policy updates, our writers provide expert advice grounded in hands-on knowledge and a shared passion for motoring.

What Our Authors & Experts Do

Every single member of the Regit editorial team adheres to clear standards to ensure our content is accurate, transparent, and truly helpful for drivers. Whether it's a car review, a buying guide, or a news article, our writers tackle each topic with care and integrity.

Hands-on experience: We take the time to inspect and, whenever possible, test-drive each vehicle we review, providing readers with practical, first-hand insights.
Source verification: We thoroughly cross-check vehicle details and data sources before publication to guarantee accuracy.
Honest reporting: Our reviews highlight both the pros and cons - no paid bias, no hidden agendas here.
Data-led insight: Each evaluation is grounded in reliable data, including fuel economy figures, safety scores, and ownership costs, giving you a comprehensive view of value.
Regular updates: We keep our news and reviews fresh by revisiting them whenever new information comes to light, like recalls, price changes, or updated data.
Editorial independence: Our editorial team operates completely independently from commercial partnerships, safeguarding the integrity of our advice and opinions.

All these standards mean you can trust Regit's content to be up-to-date, clear, and crafted with drivers' best interests in mind.

Our Coverage: What We Review & Why It Matters

At Regit, we're all about supporting you through every step of car ownership — whether you're researching, buying, maintaining, or selling your vehicle. Our mission is to empower drivers to make smart, confident choices with expert insights backed by solid data.

Vehicle Reviews: We dive into new cars, focusing on how they perform in the real world, their practicality, and overall value. Each car gets a score out of 10, and our reviews highlight the key pros and cons, technical specs, and ownership costs, so you know exactly what you're getting into before making a purchase.
Dealer Listings: We only feature VAT-registered dealers who meet our high standards for transparency and reliability. Our thorough vetting process checks their legitimacy and customer feedback to ensure you can trust the dealers on our platform.
Car-Buyer & Maintenance Guides: From MOT and tax checks to comparing running costs and offering resale tips, our guides break down complex information, helping drivers stay compliant and save money.
Market Insights & News: We keep an eye on the latest trends in the automotive world, including regulation changes and new car launches, explaining what these developments mean for you and the broader market.

By covering the entire journey of car ownership, Regit's content equips readers with the confidence to choose, buy, and own cars more intelligently.

Our Values & Editorial Principles

Regit's goal is simple: to provide drivers with clear, honest, and independent information they can trust. Each review, guide, and article we publish is built on a solid foundation of editorial principles that define our work and our values.

Integrity: We pride ourselves on delivering honest, fact-based reviews. If a car impresses us, we'll shout it from the rooftops and if it doesn't quite cut it, we'll tell you why.
Independence: Our editorial team operates independently from our commercial partnerships.
Accuracy: Every specification, price, and data point we publish is thoroughly checked and verified through reliable, up-to-date sources.
User-focus: Our goal is to help drivers make smarter choices, avoid costly mistakes, and stay safe on the road.
Transparency: We're upfront about how our content is created, how we collaborate with partners, and how Regit makes money — so our readers always know what's what.

These principles guide every piece of content we produce, ensuring our advice is trustworthy, impartial, and genuinely useful for UK drivers.

Want to Join Our Team? Careers & Collaboration

We're always on the hunt for talented individuals who share our enthusiasm for cars and our commitment to delivering honest, well-researched motoring content. Whether you're a seasoned journalist or just someone who knows the motor trade like the back of your hand, Regit could be the perfect fit for you.

Who we're after: Car reviewers, content writers, and anyone who can bring their expertise and a fresh perspective to our platform.
What we value: Real automotive knowledge, independence, integrity, and a data-driven approach to writing and research.
What to expect: You'll be part of a team that values transparency, editorial accuracy, and putting drivers first.

If you're a journalist, motoring expert, or reviewer interested in writing for Regit, please get in touch via our support portal with your CV and a short writing sample that showcases your automotive experience.

Contact & Feedback

We really value the feedback we get from our readers and the motoring community at large - it's essential for keeping our content relevant, accurate, and useful. If you have a question about one of our articles, notice something that needs a little updating, or want to share your own experiences as a driver or car owner, we'd be thrilled to hear from you!

You can reach out to our editorial team directly via our support portal for any general inquiries or support.

We also welcome insights from readers who have recently bought cars or seen changes in the market. Your input is crucial for us to improve our reviews, highlight trustworthy dealers, and maintain the high standards our readers expect from Regit.