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Matthew Skwarczek

Matthew Skwarczek started blogging in 2015 and focuses his writing on motorcycles and engineering science. A graduate of Northwestern University, where he earned his Master’s in Chemical Engineering, Matthew served as an applications engineer for BASF before joining MotorBiscuit in 2019.

In Matthew’s words, the visceral nature of riding requires you to be in the moment. Combined with his fascination in the analytics surrounding the building and designing of cars and bikes, both modern and classic, you’ll find his voice blends functionality and phenomena. He rides motorcycles and bicycles often, photographing them as well.

Matthew has contributed to Oppositelock and is now an alumnus. He plays Dungeons & Dragons and reads sci-fi and fantasy in his spare time, and appreciates the works of Peter Egan, Sam Smith, Brandon Sanderson, and Alex Goy.

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1993 Mitsubishi Montero
Trucks & SUVs

Why so Many People Are Buying 90s Mitsubishi SUVs

It may seem a bit strange to someone who grew up in the era, but Mitsubishi’s 90s SUVs like the Montero have become amazingly popular. Sold overseas as the Pajero, many Monteros are now old enough to be considered classics. But age alone is no guarantee of value or fame. So why are 90s Mitsubishi …
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Tri-Wing S-91x Pegasus Starfighter
Cars

Porsche Played a Surprising Role in the New ‘Star Wars’ Movie

Porsche, although now an automaker, was a design firm first. And building cars like the fast-charging Taycan, whose drive system forms the basis of a planned EV off-road racer, requires keeping one eye towards the future. But it also requires, at times, looking back. To a long, long time ago, in a galaxy really rather …
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The Tesla Cybertruck has an angular, stainless-steel body.
Trucks & SUVs

Tesla Cybertruck Won’t Actually Compete With the F-150

Although the cheapest Tesla Cybertruck is getting delayed, Tesla as a whole is still moving forward with Cybertruck production. The automaker is also moving forward with something else. Although Tesla rather pointedly set its truck against the Ford F-150 in an automotive tug-of-war, it turns out that the Cybertruck won’t, in fact, compete directly with …
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1994 Mercedes-Benz Funmog Unimog U 90
Trucks & SUVs

More Capable Than the G-Wagen: The Mercedes Funmog

The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen (or ‘G-Class’, as it’s officially called) is an iconic SUV with a long list of off-road and luxury features. Though that’s expected, considering the AMG version costs $147,000. And it’s not like buying a used one will necessarily be cheap: the G-Wagen holds its value very well for a luxury SUV. Even …
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2019 GMC Yukon Denali
Crossovers

Reliable SUVs That Aren’t Made by Toyota

Toyota makes some of the most reliable SUVs on sale today. In fact, many of the most reliable vehicles on the market are made by Toyota. But reliability is only one metric. Toyota SUVs may be reliable, but some haven’t been majorly updated in a while. As such, they can lag behind slightly when it …
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1990 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 70-Series
SUVs

Importable Off-Road SUVs for Under $20,000

There are a few impressive off-road SUVs that never made it to the US. Various regulations also make it difficult and expensive for Americans to import them from abroad. However, once a vehicle’s 25 years old, you can freely import it. At that point, though, many vehicles have become valuable classics. But it’s still possible …
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2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
Trucks & SUVs

Importable Trucks That Can Conquer Trails Like the Toyota Tacoma

The Toyota Tacoma is a very popular truck, and not just for every-day errands. Although the TRD Pro models can get pricey, they’re well-regarded for their off-road capabilities. The Tacoma is also incredibly reliable, partially due to its lack of recent major updates. Which is great for longevity and resale value, but it also means …
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2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Trucks & SUVs

Importable SUVs That Can Keep up With the Toyota 4Runner

The Toyota 4Runner is a tremendously popular and capable off-road SUV, especially in TRD Pro trim. A good portion of that comes from its old-school design, which is also why it retains its value so well. However, that can be a bit of a problem for potential buyers. While reliable, the best off-roading 4Runners can …
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2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 and Suburban High Country
Trucks & SUVs

How Good Is the New Chevy Tahoe Z71 Off-Road?

The unveiling of the new Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe has a lot to unpack. The SUVs have received quite a few changes—new frames, new suspension, even a new diesel. Among the changes was the news that the Z71 off-road package would become its own separate trim. But would that still make the Z71 good off-road? …
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2021 Chevrolet Silverado HD Carhartt Special Edition parked at construction site
Trucks & SUVs

Buy This Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, Not the Silverado 2500HD Carhartt Edition

When it comes to special-edition trucks, not all of them are truly ‘special’. At least, not when it comes to features or value for money. An example of this is the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Carhartt Edition. Although it does bring two Detroit icons together, it’s not necessarily a worthwhile purchase. And similarly, to the F-150 …
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2020 Ford Ranger FX2
Trucks & SUVs

Does the Ford Ranger Come With a V6 or Sunroof?

Although the Ford Ranger has a rather underwhelming interior, overall the mid-size truck has a lot to offer. For one, it can haul more than any other mid-size pickup on sale in the US. And while we can’t get the Raptor version here officially, the FX2 and FX4 off-road packages should be more than enough …
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Lumma CLR G770 G-Wagen
Trucks & SUVs

Why Would You Ruin a Perfectly Good G-Wagen Like This?

New or old, Mercedes-Benz’ G-Wagen is an impressive off-roader. The SUV’s climbed 100% grades, even without extra axles. Classic G-Wagens still have multiple locking differentials and all-wheel drive, making them valuable and highly-capable. And because Mercedes didn’t need to update the G-Class much over the years, the SUV retains value better than other SUVs or …
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Jeep Gladiator Carwow review
Trucks & SUVs

British Man Can’t Stop Grinning Behind the Wheel of the Jeep Gladiator

It’s not just Americans who want pickups from across the Atlantic. Europeans are importing more American trucks, to do what crossovers can’t. The differences in safety and emissions regulations, though, complicate this exchange. It’s why the US didn’t get the Ford Ranger Raptor. But, if there’s enough demand, the manufacturers will provide. Despite some safety …
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2020 Toyota Sequoia on-road
Trucks & SUVs

SUVs by Toyota That Surprisingly Cost Under $20,000

Some of the most reliable SUVs you can buy today come from Toyota. They’re not the most fuel-efficient, but they’re all capable machines that can serve as well as a pickup truck for most people. But buying any new vehicle, especially an SUV, is a major investment. Although buying used does mean potentially losing out …
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Rolls-Royce Cullinan racing in the Rebelle Rally
Crossovers

$400k Rolls-Royce Cullinan Somehow Won an Off-Road Race

It’s easy to dismiss expensive SUVs and crossovers like the Range Rover as little more than under-used toys. But it’s just as easy to forget that the automakers which design said SUVs know their products need to be off-road capable. Their reputations and clientele depend on it. Case in point, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Even so, …
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2019 Ford F-250 Baja 1000
Trucks & SUVs

Baja Edition Ford F-250 Makes a Massive 1,000 LB-Ft of Torque

The team behind the Ford F-350 Mac Truck is back. Long McArthur Ford, in a slight break with other not-so-special special-edition trucks, turned an F-Series Super-Duty into a proper dually off-roader. But the F-350 Mac Truck didn’t receive any engine or powertrain mods. And with the Motor Trend Truck of the Year Ram Heavy-Duty offering …
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1939 Bentley 4 1/4 Litre pickup
Trucks & SUVs

This Classic Bentley Pickup Is Used to Deliver Champagne

More automakers have made pickup trucks than you might think. Yes, there are the obvious classic trucks from Ford and Chevy, but even luxury brands have entered the truck ring. Lamborghini made one with a V12; Mercedes-Benz has made several pickups. Porsche hasn’t, but it arguably could. But there is one brand for whom a …
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Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 concept
Trucks & SUVs

How Hydrogen Could Help the Electric Truck

As we’ve recently covered, electric pickup trucks still have to address several issues challenging their widespread use. And to be fair, these are similar to ones facing diesel and gasoline trucks: towing, torque, and most importantly, range. But while trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian R1T have the torque and have the towing capability, …
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Dodge Durango Citadel with trailer
Trucks & SUVs

Do You Really Need a Pickup Truck? or Should You Buy an SUV Instead?

Pickup trucks are great tools and can serve as family vehicles, but they aren’t for everyone. Yes, some are genuinely bought to work, but more often they’re bought for the “what if I need it?” factor. What if I buy a boat? What if I need to haul some lumber? If consumers look logically at …
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2019 Roush Ford F-150 Nitemare
Trucks & SUVs

This Roush F-150 Might Be a Nitemare for Hennessey’s Goliaths

Ford F-150 performance mods range in spiciness from mild to 6-wheeled Sriracha-spitting wild. Tuners on both sides of the Atlantic have even added a bit more go to the F-150 Raptor. And other pickup trucks have started to catch up. Ram will soon unleash the Hellcat-powered Rebel TRX. And Hennessey decided its 600-hp VelociRaptor needed …
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