Mercedes Lilienthal is an Oregon-based automotive journalist who contributes to The New York Times and several automotive outlets like Forbes Wheels, Autoblog, Car and Driver, and more. Additionally, she is the Editor-At-Large of TREAD Magazine. Mercedes creates content involving vehicular adventure travel, the automotive industry, and inspiring women within it. She and her husband own three customized right-hand-drive turbo-diesel 4x4 Mitsubishis: a Delica Space Gear van and two Gen 2 Pajero SUVs. They also own a modified 2022 Subaru Crosstrek daily driver.