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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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A red 2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series II next to a dark-blue 2022 Grand Wagoneer Series III by a wooden forest cabin
Trucks & SUVs

2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. Wagoneer: Worth the Upcharge?

With the launch of the 2022 Grand Wagoneer, Jeep now has a new lineup-topping luxury SUV. And it has a price tag to match. But with the return of the Grand Wagoneer comes the return of the Jeep Wagoneer, too. So, do you really need to pay extra grand to get that extra ‘Grand?’ The …
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A black modified 2014 Audi S4 in a driveway
Sedans

Cars and Bids Bargain of the Week: 2014 Audi S4

Reliability is always a concern where used luxury cars are involved. Because while the purchase price is low, that doesn’t mean the repair costs are, too. However, even if an earlier version of a car was plagued with problems, doesn’t mean the later ones are, too. A good example of this is this week’s Cars …
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A black 1994 Honda CB1000 Super Four in a parking garage
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 1994 Honda CB1000 Super Four

While the Super Cub has certainly cemented itself in motorcycle history, it’s not the only influential Honda bike. The CB750, for example, was the first motorcycle called a ‘superbike.’ Then there’s the GB500 Tourist Trophy, which previewed the modern café racer trend by over a decade. This week’s Bring a Trailer bargain, though, is more …
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A white 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Series III parked by a desert mountain range
Trucks & SUVs

The New Jeep Grand Wagoneer Is a Real American Range Rover

Jeep has been teasing it for some time, but the 2022 Grand Wagoneer is finally here. As the heir to an iconic American luxury SUV, the new model has a reputation to live up to. Especially considering buyers looking for an off-road-capable luxury SUV already have the Ranger Rover as an option. However, it seems …
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Race spectators in coats and hats at a snowy 2017 SnoDrift Rally forest stage
Trends

Here’s How You Can Attend Your First US Rally Race

While there aren’t any WRC rally races in the US, rally racing still goes on here. And while the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has curtailed spectatorship, the return of in-person attendance might be right around the corner. So, if you’re interested in seeing rallying with your own eyes, here’s what you should keep in mind. Get …
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A white 2021 Toyota GR Yaris next to a red 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI Tommi Makinen Edition on an airstrip
Cars

Which Is Faster: A Toyota GR Yaris or a Tommi Makinen Mitsubishi Lancer Evo?

The GR Yaris’s rave reviews don’t make its lack of US availability any easier to bear. But the Toyota hot hatch isn’t the only rally-themed car kept from American shores. Although Mitsubishi eventually sold the Lancer Evo here, we never got the earlier models. For example, the celebratory Lancer Evo VI Tommi Makinen Edition. But …
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A bright-green 2021 BMW M4 Competition on a racetrack at sunset
Coupes

Does the 2021 BMW M4 Competition’s Speed Match Its Sensational Looks?

Clearly, not everyone’s on board with some of the design choices on the latest BMW 4 Series. That goes for the base models, the M440i, and the range-topping model, the M4 Competition. But looks are only one part of any car’s appeal. What really matters is, does the 2021 BMW M4 Competition live up to …
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A maroon 2014 Falcon F7 parked in a car garage in front of a silver car
Coupes

Want a 1-of-7 Michigan-Built Supercar? Buy This Falcon F7

Car auctions, whether online or in-person, offer excellent chances to bid on some real rarities. Say, for example, ultra-rare supercars like the 1-of-1 Isdera Commendatore. And if you’ve been looking for an American-made supercar, but don’t fancy a Viper or a Cobra 427 Super Snake, you’re in luck. That’s because Cars and Bids just listed …
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The white #97 Ford Fiesta slides on a dirt forest trail at the 2017 Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally in Pennsylvania
Trends

It’s Not WRC, but the ARA Keeps Rallying Alive in the US

With Formula 1 firmly finding a foothold in the US, automotive racing here isn’t as dominated by NASCAR as it once was. But even so, some incredibly-popular kinds of racing have struggled to see the same kind of popularity in the States. While we have off-road events like the Rebelle Rally and King of the …
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A multi-colored Rothmans-liveried 1988 Porsche 911 Turbo Cup in a warehouse
Trends

Rad For Sale Is Your One-Stop Radwood Auction Shop

Auction sites like Cars and Bids are a great tool for those searching for their next car. Especially for those after a classic vehicle, or a performance-oriented modern one. The former one especially comes in handy for those wishing to bring in something for Radwood. This is why the car festival’s organizers have started an …
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A blue 2022 Volkswagen Golf R drifts through the snow
Sedans

Watch the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R Shred Through Snow

While the standard Golf has been discontinued in the US, Volkswagen hasn’t left its hatchback buyers high and dry. In addition to the upcoming Mk8 GTI, we’re also getting the next-gen Volkswagen Golf R. And while the ongoing pandemic has made reviewing cars trickier, YouTube team The Straight Pipes still wanted to witness the Golf …
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A white-clad rider on a black Porsche eBike Cross on top of a forest hill
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Porsche Expands Its Electric Offerings With 2 New E-Bikes

With the new Cross Turismo wagon, Porsche is expanding both the Taycan lineup and its electric models. However, the Cross Turismo launch coincided with the launch of two other electric Porsches. Just like Triumph, Ducati, and Jeep before it, the German automaker is getting into the e-bike business. Porsche has made bikes before, but they …
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Two riders ride a rented cruiser down the road
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Riders Share Wants Motorcycle Rentals To Bring in New Riders

Going for an extended test drive before buying a car is important, but it’s even more so for motorcycle shoppers. You won’t really know if you’re more comfortable on a cruiser or a standard until you ride them. Luckily, as with cars, motorcycle rentals from sites like Riders Share offer such opportunities. However, as Riders …
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A beige 2021 Janus Halcyon 450 with leather saddlebags on a stage
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

The Halcyon 450 Is the First Fuel-Injected Janus Motorcycle

Indiana-based Janus doesn’t just style its motorcycles to look like their classic forebears. The company’s hand-assembled and mostly hand-built bikes are designed around keeping things simple for their riders. That’s why, up until now, all Janus motorcycles have used a carbureted single-cylinder engine. But that changes with the new Janus Halcyon 450. The Halcyon 450 …
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A worker applies Chemical Guys Tire Kicker tire shine
Trends

Should You Shine Your Car Tires?

Washing your car isn’t just about improving its appearance—it’s a form of maintenance, too. But, as with any task, doing it wrong can cause damage, as can going too far in the pursuit of a quality shine. Speaking of shine, detailing often involves giving your car’s tires a good shine. But is that something you …
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A dark-blue 2021 Honda Legend Hybrid EX with Honda Sensing Elite drives on a Japanese roadway
Sedans

The Level 3 2021 Honda Legend Still Isn’t Self-Driving

Understandably, trying to make a truly self-driving car is extremely difficult. As such, autonomous vehicles, as they’re properly known, aren’t really going to hit the road in the near future. However, while consumers are cooling somewhat on the concept, automakers are still plowing ahead. And recently, the 2021 Honda Legend achieved an autonomy milestone. But …
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A work checks equipment in Sunfire's Dresden, Germany synthetic fuel pilot plant
Trends

Porsche’s Synthetic Fuel May Actually Make Gas Cars EV-Clean

Besides efficiency and low-end torque, fewer CO2 emissions are one of the biggest advantages EVs have over ICE cars. However, even if and when EV batteries become truly affordable, gasoline- and diesel-powered cars won’t just disappear from roads. And not every classic car owner locks their vehicle up like a museum piece. This is why …
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A black 2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe parked on a sunset-lit tree-lined parking lot
Sedans

Cars and Bids Bargain of the Week: 2015 BMW Alpina B6 Gran Coupe

Though it’s not around anymore, the 6 Series models were some of BMW’s best modern grand tourers. But for some, BMW’s cars aren’t luxurious enough—which is where Alpina’s high-dollar builds come in. And one of those Alpina-touched-up cars is this week’s Cars and Bids bargain: a 2015 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe. The F06-gen …
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A metallic-gray 2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe parked on a driveway
Coupes

Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe

There’s not a lot of love spared for Infiniti these days. However, Nissan’s luxury brand has released several major hits over the years. And thanks to depreciation, many of the used ones are fairly affordable. For example, the drifter favorite that’s this week’s Bring a Trailer bargain: a 2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe. The V35 Infiniti …
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