Kris Ashton
Associate Editor
About Kris
Following a lengthy stint as an entertainment journalist, Kris Ashton joined Open Road in 2008 and has written about motoring and travel ever since. When he’s not testing cars or exploring our nation’s highways and byways, you’ll likely find him in the gym, on the squash court, or wasting valuable time on social media. Kris is also an award-winning essayist and author, specialising in tales of dark speculative fiction. He lives in the wilds of south-western Sydney with his wife, two kids and a visceral loathing for AI-generated content.
Experience
- Over 25 years’ experience as a journalist and editor, covering motoring, travel, business, entertainment and hard news
- Seasoned domestic and international travel writer with extensive knowledge of regional NSW
- More than 15 years as a motoring journalist producing hundreds of reviews and feature articles
- Interviewed numerous celebrities including Dwayne Johnson, Sandra Bullock, David Attenborough, Michael Richards and Kevin Smith
- Published novelist
Expertise
- Print magazine specialist with wide experience in online media including web and video production
- Open Road veteran of nearly 20 years, known for long road trip features through country Australia
- Road tested hundreds of cars; hit 240km/h during a Mount Panorama hot lap in a Lexus RCF
- Punctilious copy editor with a keen eye for spelling, grammar and style
- Experienced photographer with professional sales
- Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in literature and professional writing
- Author of four novels and more than 50 short stories
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