Casey Cooper - SlashGear

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 Editorial Policies

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.

Stories By Casey Cooper

Car Accessories By Casey Cooper

How Does Active Exhaust Work On A Mustang? (And Can You Add An Aftermarket One?)

The active exhaust system gives Mustang owners the ability to change the tone of their exhaust. Here's how it works and if you can get one aftermarket.
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Cars By Casey Cooper

4 Of The Worst Four-Cylinder Engines Ever Made

The four-cylinder engine is known for its efficient fuel economy, but some dropped the ball on reliability. Here are the ones to avoid at all costs.
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Cars By Casey Cooper

Do Hybrid Diesel Cars Exist?

Hybrid and electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity, and for good reason. But do hybrid diesel cars still exist? Here's everything you need to know.
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SUVs and Crossovers By Casey Cooper

Toyota C-HR Easter Eggs: 5 Hidden Features The Dealership Can Enable

Even though the Toyota C-HR was discontinued, there are still hidden features dealerships can enable that are worth knowing about. Here are five to look for.
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Trucks By Casey Cooper

Common Problems With The Toyota Tundra Turbo V6 Engine (According To Owners)

Toyota replaced the long-standing Tundra V8 engine with the twin-turbo V6, but since it's debut, there have been common problems reported you should know about.
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Cars By Casey Cooper

What's The Difference Between The Toyota Crown And The Crown Signia?

The Toyota Crown and Toyota Crown Signia may have similar names, but there are key differences between the two models. Here's what you need to know.
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Cars By Casey Cooper

What Is Rev Matching On A Manual Transmission? (And Can It Burn Your Clutch?)

When rowing through a manual transmission, drivers will oftentimes use rev matching techniques to smooth the ride and reduce wear, but it takes skill.
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Cars By Casey Cooper

These 4 Common Mistakes Could Ruin Your Engine

While you might not think much of these typical driver tendencies, these mistakes could incur serious harm to your engine over long-term ownership.
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