Mark Quinlan
Editor-at-Large
Mark is Retro Rides’ international man of mystery. A passionate automotive journalist with a deep appreciation for classic design and engineering, he travels the world uncovering stories behind iconic vehicles. A historian at heart, Mark blends technical knowledge with storytelling, bringing the timeless allure of classic automobiles to life for his readers.
Latest articles
2026 Noosa Concours d’Elegance to feature Brabham Anniversary Collection and inaugural Supercar Circle
The award-winning Noosa Concours d’Elegance, one of Australia’s leading motoring and luxury lifestyle events, is set to return to the...
Bridgestone Potenza RE005 long-term test, Part 1: Fitting and first impressions
After the RE003 enjoyed over a decade on sale in Australia as one of the go-to tyres for enthusiast car...
The Retro Rides Podcast Episode 21: John Bowe unpacks his Bathurst wins, FPV development, and his new book
In this episode of The Retro Rides Podcast, the team are joined by Australian motorsport legend John Bowe. A two-time Bathurst...
Opinion: This is why Australia’s collector cars are finding buyers from around the world
In the evolving landscape of high-net-worth portfolio management, collector cars have firmly transitioned from passion projects to recognised alternative assets....
Can a modern family SUV outrun a 1980s supercar? Škoda lined up against three icons to find out
To many motoring enthusiasts, the iconic supercars of the 1980s represented the pinnacle of automotive performance. Posters of the Lamborghini...
Bruce McLaren’s original road car dream finally comes to life
Back in the late 1960s, Kiwi racing driver Bruce McLaren, founder of McLaren Racing, had the lofty goal of creating...
The Retro Rides Podcast Episode 20: Future classics, a million-dollar Mustang, and our new merch store
On the latest episode of The Retro Rides Podcast, Cam, Patrick, and Josh debate what modern performance cars are likely to...
More cars, less waiting: RR Auctions shifts to weekly auctions
The Australian collector and enthusiast vehicle market is moving faster than ever, and RR Auctions is shifting gears to match...
How does the new Honda Prelude compare to a third-gen classic?
Much has been made online of the new Honda Prelude since it officially launched in late May. Whether it was...
Report: Driving a manual car is better for your brain
For years now, a debate has raged online between staunch defenders of the manual gearbox as a must-have for driving...