Maria McCarthy
Carwow Contributor, Motoring Journalist, Broadcaster & Author
Maria McCarthy is a multi-award-nominated British freelance motoring journalist, author, and broadcast media commentator specialising in motoring, personal finance, and lifestyle topics.
Her work has featured across major national publications including The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, Good Housekeeping, Saga, and the Evening Standard. A prominent voice in media, she has conducted over 2,500 TV and radio interviews, regularly appearing as a motoring expert on BBC News Channel, BBC Breakfast, ITV's Good Morning Britain, Sky News, BBC Radio 4/You and Yours, Radio 2/Jeremy Vine, LBC, and Talk Radio.
Beyond broadcasting and journalism, Maria is the author of The Girls’ Guide to Losing Your L Plates and The Girls’ Car Handbook (Simon & Schuster).
She has been recognised with multiple commendations from the Guild of Motoring Writers and Newspress Awards - including for Consumer Journalist of the Year and EV Writer of the Year.
What role do you play in shaping Carwow’s news coverage?
As a motoring journalist and broadcaster, my role is to make complex automotive, personal finance, road-safety and lifestyle topics clear and accessible for everyday drivers. Whether commenting live on TV or radio, I focus on practical, consumer-first advice and show that people can find out more about lots of driving topics on Carwow’s editorial pages.
How do you approach broadcast media opportunities?
With over 2,500 live interviews, my focus is always on being professional, energetic, and responsive. Media outlets need clear, engaging expert commentary that resonates with listeners and viewers.
What inspired you to write automotive books?
When writing The Girls’ Guide to Losing Your L Plates and The Girls’ Car Handbook for Simon & Schuster, my primary goal was to demystify driving and car maintenance for women. I wanted to empower women with the confidence, knowledge, and independence needed to fully own their driving journey and enjoy complete freedom on the road.
Her work has featured across major national publications including The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, Good Housekeeping, Saga, and the Evening Standard. A prominent voice in media, she has conducted over 2,500 TV and radio interviews, regularly appearing as a motoring expert on BBC News Channel, BBC Breakfast, ITV's Good Morning Britain, Sky News, BBC Radio 4/You and Yours, Radio 2/Jeremy Vine, LBC, and Talk Radio.
Beyond broadcasting and journalism, Maria is the author of The Girls’ Guide to Losing Your L Plates and The Girls’ Car Handbook (Simon & Schuster).
She has been recognised with multiple commendations from the Guild of Motoring Writers and Newspress Awards - including for Consumer Journalist of the Year and EV Writer of the Year.
What role do you play in shaping Carwow’s news coverage?
As a motoring journalist and broadcaster, my role is to make complex automotive, personal finance, road-safety and lifestyle topics clear and accessible for everyday drivers. Whether commenting live on TV or radio, I focus on practical, consumer-first advice and show that people can find out more about lots of driving topics on Carwow’s editorial pages.
How do you approach broadcast media opportunities?
With over 2,500 live interviews, my focus is always on being professional, energetic, and responsive. Media outlets need clear, engaging expert commentary that resonates with listeners and viewers.
What inspired you to write automotive books?
When writing The Girls’ Guide to Losing Your L Plates and The Girls’ Car Handbook for Simon & Schuster, my primary goal was to demystify driving and car maintenance for women. I wanted to empower women with the confidence, knowledge, and independence needed to fully own their driving journey and enjoy complete freedom on the road.