Brian Long is one of the most respected voices in automotive publishing. Born in Coventry ? the heart of the British motor industry ? Brian trained as a mechanical engineer before beginning a prolific writing career. Since 1990, he has authored over 80 titles on classic and performance cars, many of which have become standard references. Now based in Chiba, Japan, he continues to write full time, often drawing on his extensive personal archive and network of international automotive contacts. His deep-rooted passion for motorsport and performance engineering shines throughout Mercedes-Benz: The AMG Cars.