Patrick George is the former Editorial Director over Recurrent Ventures’ automotive and military publications, departing in 2022. He oversaw The Drive, Car Bibles, The War Zone and Task & Purpose. Previously Editor-in-Chief of the car website Jalopnik, he’s a longtime reporter and editor and a lifelong car enthusiast and amateur mechanic. He’s based in upstate New York.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Expertise includes investigative journalism, the automotive industry and car culture, editing, newsroom management and content strategies
- Lifelong amateur mechanic
- Previous work experience: Gawker Media, the Austin American-Statesman, and an assortment of Texas newspapers and digital publications
EXPERIENCE
Patrick is a veteran of print and digital media, including time spent as a Metro Desk reporter at the Austin American-Statesman and Editor-in-Chief of Jalopnik. His work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal and many other publications.
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Austin, BS Journalism
Fun Fact
When he’s not working, Patrick loves reading new fiction, geeking out over music and retro video games. He’s also gotten into DIY house repair, but he is very bad at it.
Get latest from Patrick George
The Electric Cooper SE May Be The Biggest Lifeline Mini Gets For A While
By Patrick George / Published Feb 13, 2020
Nissan Sues Bail-Jumping Ex-Boss Carlos Ghosn for $90 Million
By Patrick George / Published Feb 12, 2020
Time Is Running Out For Ford’s CEO To Get Things Right
By Patrick George / Published Feb 12, 2020