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    Natasha Bird

    Natasha Bird

    Natasha Bird is a writer and editor with more than 15 years’ experience covering culture, politics, cars, lifestyle and travel. Formerly Executive Editor at ELLE, she now contributes features that blend storytelling with a keen eye for design, style and the way we live today.

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      From the racetrack to the boardroom to the private garage, women are taking the inside line into automotive spaces that were once off-limits

      By Natasha Bird Published 21 September 25

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