Mark Phelan Detroit Free Press, Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, Salary, And Net Worth

Mark Phelan Bio | Wiki

Mark Phelan is an American journalist from Ferndale, Michigan. He currently serves as an Auto columnist for the Detroit Free Press. Mark is a former president of the Automotive Press Association in Detroit. The Michigan State University graduate grew up in the American South, Ireland, and Michigan. Mark owns two dogs and is a music lover.

Mark reviews new vehicles and also writes about the people, technologies as well as strategies that shape the auto industry. Currently, Mark serves as the president of the North American Car of the Year jury. He is a very active member of the Automotive Press Association board. His dream assignment is to review an autonomous, electric vehicle on Mars.

Mark Phelan Age

He was born in Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America. Mark has not shared his exact date of birth and it’s therefore not possible to tell his exact age. But from his appearance, the journalist is in his late 60s.

Mark Phelan Height

He is a man of average stature. Mark stands at the height of 5 ft 8 in ( Approx 1.73m).

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Mark Phelan Family

He was born to Nancy and Michael Phelan in Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America. His parents were  Irish and his father worked as an engineer. Mark is a first-generation American, born on the Gulf Coast. He and his parent spent a fair amount of time in Ireland when he was a kid. Mark and his family relocated to Michigan when he was in middle school.

Mark Phelan Wife

He is an auto columnist for the Detroit Free Press who grew up in the American South, Ireland, and Michigan. Mark owns two dogs and loves music. However, he has not publicly shared any information about his marital status.

Mark Phelan Education

After high school education, Mark went to further his studies at Michigan State University in 1978. He studies journalism and graduated with a degree in the same in 1984.

Mark Phelan Detroit Free Press

He is an auto critic and columnist working for the Detroit Free Press.  Mark started covering the auto industry in 1986 after he joined David C. Smith, a legendary automotive journalist at Ward’s Communications in Detroit. While at Ward, Mark specialized in reporting on new technology. He later moved to Europe where he participated in the establishment of the company’s international presence.

Mark lived and worked in Europe for two years. He as well reported on the auto industry from other parts of the globe such as Africa, South America, Australia, and Asia. The journalist has contributed to countless publications such as The Car Connection, the New York Times, and Road & Track. Currently, Mark serves as a regular guest on television and radio programs where he mainly discusses trends shaping the auto industry.

As a son of an engineer, Mark has an affection for robust technology as well as clean design. He loves traveling extensively for pleasure. Most of the time, Mark frequently visits music festivals. Throughout his career journey, Mark has won several awards, he is a juror for North American Car and Truck of the Year.

Mark Phelan Salary

He is an Auto columnist for the Detroit Free Press and this job provides his monthly income. Mark receives an average salary of $69,275 per year.

Mark Phelan Net Worth

His career as a journalist has enabled him to accumulate good wealth. In his 60s, Mark has an estimated net worth of $1,286,915.

Who Is Mark Phelan

Mark is an American journalist from Ferndale, Michigan. He currently serves as an Auto columnist for the Detroit Free Press. Mark is a former president of the Automotive Press Association in Detroit.

How Tall Is Mark Phelan

Mark is a man of average stature who stands at the height of 5 ft 8 in ( Approx 1.73m).

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