Location
Cape Town, South Africa
School
University of Cape Town, University of Stellenbosch
Expertise
Performance Vehicles, Off-Roading, Car Culture
- Casey holds an advanced off-road driving and recovery certification, giving him firsthand insight into vehicle capability and 4x4 performance.
- He's completed multiple adventure travel and off-roading expeditions across Southern Africa, combining real-world driving experience with a journalist's eye for storytelling.
- He brings a deep appreciation for fine automotive craftsmanship and engineering, often focusing on the details that separate good cars from great ones.
Experience
Casey began his career in automotive journalism in 2022, joining South Africa's largest car magazine and news platform as a social media manager and junior journalist. There, he developed foundational skills in reporting, content creation, and audience engagement. Casey later expanded his expertise by working with a respected U.S.-based automotive digital publication, where he honed his voice and broadened his understanding of the global car market. Casey joined the SlashGear team in 2025, where he writes about performance vehicles, industry trends, and automotive innovation with a sharp, informed perspective.
Education
Casey honed his research and writing skills through his undergraduate degree in environmental and geographical science and economics and an honors degree in sustainable development.
SlashGear's content hails from a group of experienced technology and automotive editors and a wide-ranging team of writers, engineers, enthusiasts, and experts across consumer tech and transportation. Our goal is to provide up-to-the-minute breaking news coverage as well as original and engaging opinion and editorial content that serves as the ultimate resource for those who want to stay up to date on the latest and greatest the industry has to offer.
Our editors, advisors, and fact-checkers conduct regular reviews to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of our articles. Complete information on our editorial process available here.
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Electric VehiclesBy Casey Cooper 25 days ago
Beloved luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz helped create a Chinese luxury car brand, but that brand has gone from joint venture to competition. What is this brand?
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper 2 months ago
Zero gravity relies on you, your surroundings, and the air all falling at the same rate, and airplanes flying parabolic arcs can provide the conditions.
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper 3 months ago
Shimano's XT series mountain bike brakes are a popular choice. But what do the people who use them actually think? We've scoured users' reviews to find out.
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MotorcyclesBy Casey Cooper 3 months ago
The 2025 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide RR is fitted with a 2,147 cc Milwaukee-Eight 131 V-Twin that produces more than 150 horsepower.
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CarsBy Casey Cooper 5 months ago
Fuel quality is an important consideration when maintaining a diesel-powered engine, which is where fuel polishing comes in. Here's how it works.
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper October 22nd, 2025
Caeli Energie, a French startup claims to have found a way to cool your home for a fraction of the energy costs using a natural process. Here's how it works.
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ComponentsBy Casey Cooper October 21st, 2025
Gold has properties that make it useful in electronic devices, but mining old cell phones and computers for the metal isn't practical for individuals.
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ScienceBy Casey Cooper October 20th, 2025
Fukuoaka's osmotic power plant is supplied by local desalination facilities and uses a natural process to generate modest amounts of power.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper October 19th, 2025
The concept of two black holes orbiting one another has been theorized for many years, but recent satellite photography may have found a real-life example.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper October 18th, 2025
The Dream Chaser was meant to be NASA's replacement for the Space Shuttle and take supplies to the ISS, but its first test mission will be a free demo flight.
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Artificial IntelligenceBy Casey Cooper October 17th, 2025
Humanoid robots in China are gaetting global attention for their eerie realism. These advanced AI machines are redefining human–machine interaction.
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper October 16th, 2025
Meta’s massive AI expansion promises innovation on a global scale — but locals near new data hubs fear the project may be draining more than just electricity.
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MotorcyclesBy Casey Cooper October 13th, 2025
Although the 2025 Harley-Davidson Nightster and the Sportster S are both listed as sport bikes, they are way different in terms of power and performance.
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MotorcyclesBy Casey Cooper October 13th, 2025
A Harley built for endless miles and total comfort, but what does this luxury trike really pack under the hood, and how much will it set you back?
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper October 13th, 2025
The city of Kyle, Texas has made the decision to relocate a 400-year-old oak tree, but in order for it to be successful, they need to use high-tech equipment.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper October 11th, 2025
After a period of relative quiet on the surface of the sun, it is ramping up again in an era of high activity. It could affect your day-to-day life.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper October 11th, 2025
While traditional rockets have gotten us into space for decades, newer tech is on the horizon, like this plasma engine that could get us to Mars much quicker.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper October 7th, 2025
SpaceX’s massive Starship roared to life in a crucial test, setting the stage for its next flight—and a mission that could redefine space exploration.
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MotorcyclesBy Casey Cooper October 5th, 2025
Death wobbles aren't exclusive to Harley-Davidson motorcycles, but certain HD models have even prompted lawsuits due to their propensity for instability.
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper October 4th, 2025
A development project for Florida aims to bring an ambitious, AI-driven enterprise to West Palm Beach, promising benefits for both businesses and communities.
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TrucksBy Casey Cooper October 4th, 2025
This particular Ford powerplant is the best of the bunch, according to Ford techs, as other EcoBoost engines have proved more problematic over time.
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper October 2nd, 2025
Infamous Ukrainian hacker, Volodymyr Tymoshchuk, now has the aforementioned bounty on their head after billions in damage to public and private enterprises.
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ScienceBy Casey Cooper September 29th, 2025
Currents in the Earth's atmosphere work to keep the planet in equilibrium. One of these patterns is changing, with consequences to our weather.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper September 28th, 2025
SpaceX is determined to build a rocket that can reach Mars. However, another test has gone wrong. Here's what you need to know about its metal tile failure.
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SpaceBy Casey Cooper September 28th, 2025
Japan has a remarkable idea for disposing of space junk and debris without the need to ever come into contact with it, which could help keep orbit safe.
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MotorcyclesBy Casey Cooper September 27th, 2025
Harley-Davidson doesn't shy away from large bikes, making several models that are over the 800-pound mark. However, one bike is by far the biggest.
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TechnologyBy Casey Cooper September 27th, 2025
Airlines are lobbying the DOT to get rid of refund guarantees, transparent pricing, and family seating. What does this mean for U.S. travelers?
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