Haven trained as a radio and print journalist, and after doing circuit commentary he made his TV debut in the late 1980s with BSB, with live coverage of the RAC Rally.
Haven has been Eurosport's lead car racing commentator for the past decade and has headed up their coverage of bobsleigh and skeleton since 2001.
[2] Haven also presents Eurosport's coverage of the annual Dakar Rally, and has commentated on the Race of Champions, including doing the in-stadium commentary at Wembley Stadium.
Each January, Haven also presents a round-up of the Autosport International show for Motors TV, alongside Diana Binks.
He also commentated for the World Touring Car Cup alongside co-commentator three-time BTCC Champion, Matt Neal.