Location
Royal Leamington Spa, England
School
University of Sheffield
Expertise
Future mobility, Electric vehicles, European classic cars
- After a childhood spent being fascinated with anything on four wheels, Mark turned his obsession into a profession and has spent more than half a decade covering the automotive industry for various outlets.
- His long-running interest in finding the most obscure cars has seen him travel to a huge variety of events both locally and internationally, including to the now-defunct Geneva International Motor Show and to modified car meets in Tokyo.
- In the last ten years, Mark has traveled to more than 30 countries across four continents. That has helped make him an expert in travel-ready tech, with a sharp eye for spotting the best value gadgets on the market.
Experience
Mark's professional writing career began in 2020 when he took a role as a staff writer at HotCars after graduating from university, and contributing pieces to the automotive media outlet, DriveTribe. He joined SlashGear's team as a features writer in 2022, writing high-impact opinion pieces and in-depth buyers guides. In 2025, he became a part of the SlashGear news team, where he covers the latest stories from the worlds of automotive and consumer technology.
Education
Mark has a bachelor's degree in English language and linguistics from the University of Sheffield.
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.
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ToolsBy Mark Cowley 3 hours ago
Tractor Supply stays true to its name with the go-kart styled Massimo mini tractor, capable of hitting 28 mph and towing up to 200 lbs — for the right price.
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RyobiBy Mark Cowley 2 days ago
Ryobi battery packs have LED power indicators on them that illuminate up to four bars to show remaining battery life, but four bars doesn't always mean full.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 2 days ago
Massimo sells UTVs and ATVs, as well as other vehicles like mini truck go karts, golf carts, and mini bikes. Warranty terms for its UTVs and ATVs are specific.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 2 days ago
These Superformance Kit Cars are the perfect option for those seeking an affordable alternative to the original Shelby Cobra or Ford GT40.
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TrucksBy Mark Cowley 2 days ago
While some road signs are straightforward, others are hard to understand at first glance. The semi-truck symbol with a percentage sign under it is one of those.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 3 days ago
Yellow chevron road signs are familiar to many drivers, but they're not always used in the same way. Where they appear depends on several key roadway factors.
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TechnologyBy Mark Cowley 4 days ago
Some ships have a strange, rounded protrusion at the waterline called a bulbous bow, but others don't. The difference has more to do with function than style.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 5 days ago
Pontiac may not be producing new cars, but some of its back catalog are true collector's classics -- although many are quite rare.
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TrucksBy Mark Cowley 7 days ago
Japanese mini trucks, also known as kei trucks, are designed as everyday workhorses ideal for Japan's narrow, low-speed roads, and are a favorite for import.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 7 days ago
If you don't have deep enough pockets to pay for a custom sports car, then get your hands dirty with these kit cars that won't break the bank.
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TechnologyBy Mark Cowley 8 days ago
We've sifted through the thousands of electronic gadgets available at Lowe's to find a few that might actually make your life easier.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 8 days ago
Massimo is a major purveyor of tiny, adorable vehicles that resemble jeeps and dirt bikes, with tiny combustion engines. What kind of oil do they need?
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MilwaukeeBy Mark Cowley 8 days ago
These chainsaws, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and more use M18 batteries, which pack more performance and endurance than you may think.
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Harbor FreightBy Mark Cowley 8 days ago
Harbor Freight in-house brand Bauer has a very broad catalog of power tools and other equipment, and these ones have been particularly big hits with customers.
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SUVs and CrossoversBy Mark Cowley 8 days ago
The Toyota RAV4 has plenty of rivals, including a closely matched Subaru SUV. Here's how their pricing, efficiency, power, and capability compare on paper.
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ToolsBy Mark Cowley 9 days ago
TTI-owned sister brands Ryobi and Milwaukee both have a range of compact, lithium battery-powered USB tools. Here's how the two platforms stack up.
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MilwaukeeBy Mark Cowley 10 days ago
Thousands of user reviews laud these Milwaukee power tools for performance and reliability, making them a go-to choice for professionals and DIY enthusiast.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 10 days ago
Owners of expensive cars love to preserve them and keep them perfect. This storage facility in Germany uses nitrogen to take that to a new level.
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TVs and StreamingBy Mark Cowley 10 days ago
The TCL QM7K And TCL QM8K are both 4K Mini LED TVs released in 2025, but the differences between the two goes deeper than just model number.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 11 days ago
If your tires are filled with nitrogen, colder weather can still affect them. Knowing what changes to expect can help you avoid problems during winter driving.
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MotorcyclesBy Mark Cowley 12 days ago
Motorcycle goggles are an important safety feature for riding, but they can get expensive fast. Here are some of the best affordable goggles available.
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Classic CarsBy Mark Cowley 13 days ago
These classic car features vary from strange to hilarious, showcasing how consumer tastes and technology have evolved over the years.
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MotorcyclesBy Mark Cowley 13 days ago
These motorcycles are epic but difficult to get ahold of due to low production numbers and deep-pocketed buyers that stash them away.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 14 days ago
A Denver-area towing company is facing a sweeping indictment after prosecutors uncovered an alleged scheme that went on for years and involved multiple victims.
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SUVs and CrossoversBy Mark Cowley 15 days ago
From the Toyota 4Runner to the Dodge Durango, these midsize SUVs offer greater towing capacity than the Ford Bronco, with plenty of other useful features, too.
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 15 days ago
There are hundreds of different signs you'll encounter on the highway, and one of the rarer ones is the Spur sign. What does this actually mean?
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CarsBy Mark Cowley 15 days ago
Cars go missing all of the time, and sometimes, they disappear without a trace. These are the car mysteries that are still mind-boggling today.
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