Location
Mahwah, New Jersey
School
William Paterson University
Expertise
Automotive & Motorsport History, Aircraft, Gaming Tech
- Madeline "Maddie" Cuccio's previous experience with cars dates back to when she was a toddler. She learned how to walk by leaning on her grandfather's classic Porsche.
- She frequently visits historic sites, airshows, and car meets. Her Cherokee's dashboard sports a variety of stickers from shows and museums across the northeastern US.
- She's formerly a mid-level competitive sim racer. Her favorite games are currently Gran Turismo 7, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Genshin Impact.
Experience
Maddie's career began as a freelance automotive writer for Internet Brands in 2021. She specializes in researching and writing about a range of topics encompassing automotive and motorsport history, drawing on a deep well of passionate research spanning over two decades. She regularly publishes across over a half-dozen websites such as Audi World, Corvette Forum, and YotaTech. Her contributions include a number of retrospective multi-piece articles detailing the history of specific makes and models, with features published in sites like Ford Truck Enthusiasts, Mustang Forums, and Club Lexus. Maddie also regularly reports news on the state of the automobile, covering subjects such as current and future models, regulations, policies, and motorsport events. Her lifelong passion for the arts and just about anything powered by an engine ultimately led her to Slash Gear in 2024, where her journey continues as a regular contributor.
Education
Maddie has a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from William Paterson University.
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Technology
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Trucks
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Technology
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Technology
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Trucks
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Classic Cars
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Motorcycles
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Aviation
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Classic Cars
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One of the least expensive new cars in the U.S. is rumored to be discontinued after this year and there are a few good reasons why that might happen.
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Classic Cars
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Aviation
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