Inside Rennauto
Rennauto was built to rethink how high-value automotive assets are bought, sold and financed.
How it Started
Rennauto was founded to offer a smarter way to buy and sell high-value vehicles.
Taking experience from traditional automotive retail, it became clear that owners wanted transparency, better pricing outcomes and a more intelligent transaction process. Rennauto was built to deliver exactly that.
What began as a founder-led operation has grown into a national automotive platform combining strategic consignment, intelligent sourcing and integrated finance into one seamless ownership experience.
Today, every vehicle is treated not just as a car, but as an asset supported by data, relationships and disciplined execution.
What drives us
At Rennauto, we believe high-value vehicles deserve a smarter ownership experience.
Traditional automotive retail was built to move inventory. We built Rennauto to maximise outcomes for owners.
We focus on long-term relationships, transparency and disciplined decision-making because exceptional assets require more than enthusiasm. They require trust, insight and precision.
Meet the team
Founder and Executive Director
Thomas Cochrane
Thomas Cochrane is the founder of Rennauto, a digital-first automotive platform redefining how high-value vehicles are bought, sold and financed.
Combining experience across luxury automotive and financial services, Thomas established Rennauto in 2021 to challenge the traditional dealership model. Under his leadership, the business has expanded nationally, earning industry recognition including ranking in the Australian Financial Review Fast Starters list.
Thomas focuses on building scalable systems, aligned incentives and long-term client relationships, positioning Rennauto as a modern platform and a future-focused retail model for high-value automotive assets.
His approach blends commercial discipline with deep market insight, guiding Rennauto’s evolution into an integrated automotive ownership ecosystem.
Head of Marketing & Strategic Partnerships
Lucas Tastet
Lucas leads brand strategy, growth initiatives and strategic partnerships at Rennauto, supporting the platform’s national expansion and market positioning.
With experience across luxury automotive and premium lifestyle sectors, Lucas has worked alongside brands including Ferrari, McLaren, Porsche and Sotheby’s, developing high-impact marketing strategies that connect collectors, clients and capital.
At Rennauto, he focuses on building scalable acquisition channels, strengthening brand equity and cultivating long-term relationships across the global enthusiast and collector ecosystem.
His work bridges creative execution with commercial performance, helping position Rennauto as a modern digital platform for high-value automotive assets.
Strategic Advisor
David Murray-Hundley
David Murray-Hundley, Founder and CEO of Pario Ventures, brings extensive experience in scaling mobility, automotive technology, and venture-backed businesses. Over the course of his career, he has been involved in several successful exits across Europe and the United States. He was an early investor in Rivian and has played a role in the development of the Brabham Global motorsport programme. Earlier in his career, he was part of the core team that developed the world’s first Automotive Cloud, Covisint, in collaboration with General Motors and Ford Motor Company.
As Chairman of MyCarDirect (Alliance Asset Management), he helped guide the organisation to £25 million in turnover. David has also worked across an array of leading automotive manufacturers including Fiat, Ferrari, Volkswagen Group, BMW Germany, Volvo, and Daimler Chrysler. He has a deep understanding of both the European automotive landscape and the global evolution of mobility platforms.
His guidance supports Rennauto’s long-term growth, strategic positioning, and international ambition.
Non-executive Director
Ingrid Brito
Ingrid brings experience across architecture, luxury design and high-end real estate development, contributing strategic oversight to Rennauto’s brand environment and customer experience.
She played a key role in shaping Rennauto’s physical presence, ensuring the platform’s digital-first model is supported by a premium, design-led client environment.
As a Non-Executive Director, Ingrid provides independent perspective across brand development, experiential strategy and long-term positioning, helping maintain consistency between Rennauto’s physical spaces, community engagement and evolving platform identity.
Fractional CFO
Marc Orchard
CFO
Vince Taylor
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CEO
Harold Colby
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Director, Legal & Operations
Tilly Evans
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HR Lead
Richard Jones
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Project Manager
Lucia Behar
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Sr. Project Manager
Mark T. Wright
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Sr. Project Manager
George Wood
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Lead Superintendent
Olivia Clarke
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Marketing Manager
Nathan Wise
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01
TRUST
Every client relationship starts with integrity. No pressure, no gimmicks, just honest expertise and full transparency.
02
PRECISION
From car prep to communication, we obsess over the details because they define the experience.
03
DISCRETION
Some deals deserve to stay private. We offer off-market handling and silent listings for clients who value privacy.
04
PASSION
We’re not salesmen. We’re genuine car lovers who understand the machines and the people who drive them.
05
SERVICE
From first contact to post-sale follow-up, we deliver a seamless and personalised experience at every step.
06
QUALITY OVER VOLUME
We don’t chase numbers. We curate the right cars, for the right clients, at the right time or not at all.