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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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The contact breakers for a Honda CB750 ignition system
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Classic Motorcycle Ignition Systems Are Simpler Yet More Complicated

For those looking to start riding a classic motorcycle, know that it comes with some unique, and more frequent, maintenance needs. These bikes have manually-adjusting carburetors, for example, and shorter overall service intervals. Plus, those used to modern computerized ignition systems might be overwhelmed when it comes time to fixing a classic motorcycle’s system. But …
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The 2021 Genesis GV80's white-and-brown 2-spoke steering wheel
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Why Don’t More Cars Have 2-Spoke Steering Wheels?

Until a truly self-driving vehicle finally appears, cars will continue to need steering wheels. But just because cars need steering wheels doesn’t mean they all need the same one. That’s part of the reason why aftermarket wheels are available in the first place. And yet, for all the variety in wheel design, only a handful …
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The rear 3/4 view of a brown 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit Reserve by a desert lake
Crossovers

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Might Leave the Toyota Highlander Behind

With the 2021 Grand Cherokee L, Jeep isn’t just showing off the design of its SUV’s next generation. It also gives the Grand Cherokee an extra row of seats, something it lacked compared to some of its rivals. One of these rivals is the Toyota Highlander, which was recently updated as well. However, the 2021 …
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A red 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland in a forest
Crossovers

3-Row Off-Road Luxury: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Land Rover Defender 110

With the recent MotorTrend SUV of the Year award, Land Rover has proven its reborn Defender can follow its predecessor’s legacy. But it’s not the only unibody luxury SUV with off-road heritage and, crucially, three rows of seats. From the States, there’s now the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, too. So, how do you pick …
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A white-and-red 2021 Honda CB1300 Super Four
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

The 2021 Honda CB1300 Bikes Are Future JDM Collectibles

Just like with cars, circumstances sometimes keep bikes region-bound. The Suzuki Hayabusa, for example, is no longer sold outside the US due to emissions regulations. But the US motorcycle community misses out on models, too. Neither the Czech- nor the Indian-made Jawas are sold here, for instance. And sadly, it seems neither the 2021 Honda …
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A gray-brown 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit Reserve and a red Overland on a foggy hill
Crossovers

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs. Kia Telluride: Do 3 Rows Change the Choice?

In our previous comparison of the Kia Telluride and the Jeep Grand Cherokee, we mentioned that the SUVs could be getting updates. In the latter’s case, it’s come to fruition in the form of the 3-row 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. And most, if not all of the features it showcases will also be found …
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A turquoise 1994 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear LWB 4x4
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Cars and Bids Bargain of the Week: 1994 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear LWB 4×4

Thanks to the rise of #vanlife, SUVs and trucks aren’t the only vehicles capable of wandering off the paved path. And when it comes to overlanding minivans, the Mitsubishi Delica Japanese van has a particularly strong following. But given that Mitsubishi didn’t sell the best versions in the US, importing one can be an exercise …
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A black 2009 Saab 9-3 SportCombi 2.0T
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Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 2009 Saab 9-3 SportCombi

Wagons are great SUV alternatives, especially for those who spend more time on paved roads than off them. Plus, they can make for excellent luxury cars; case in point, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon. And thanks to depreciation, the used market has some real bargains to choose from. One of them, in fact, is this week’s …
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A red MST Mk2 Ford Escort Ultimate Rally Car drifts around a racetrack
Coupes

MST’s Brand-New Mk2 Ford Escort Lets You Play Ken Block

People trying to break into rallying often pick modern machines; rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive Subarus are common picks. But when it comes to slick slides, classic cars can be just as good and just as fun. Ken Block has driven that point home with his modified vintage Mustang and tweaked Escort Cosworth. And now, there’s another …
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A yellow 1996 Lotus Elise S1 on a racetrack
Coupes

The Light and Simple Lotus Elise S1 Is Finally Import-Eligible

As many JDM fans know, sometimes famed performance nameplates take a while to make it onto US shores. And even after they arrive here, the early models age into classics, leaving American enthusiasts waiting on that 25-year-import mark. In 2021, the wait is over for one beloved British sports car that, initially, couldn’t be sold …
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A gray 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit Reserve in a forest
Crossovers

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L: Finally, a 3-Row Jeep SUV

Up until now, if you wanted a third row of seats in a Jeep SUV, you were out of luck. Although the automaker once offered such a model, the Commander, it bowed out in 2010. And the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer still aren’t out yet. However, with the announcement of the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee …
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A blue 2021 Audi RS6 Avant RS Tribute Edition next to a blue 1994 Audi RS2 Avant
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The 2021 Audi RS6 Avant Faces Its Iconic RS2 Ancestor

US-market fast station wagons have been relatively thin on the ground these past few years. But that’s only partially why there’s been so much hype surrounding the Audi RS6 Avant’s availability here. The other part of it comes from a performance car the brand never offered in the US: the Audi RS2 Avant. And recently, …
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A Dynojet motorcycle quickshifter
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Does Your Motorcycle Need a Quickshifter?

While the number of available automatic and no-shifting motorcycles is slowly growing, most bikes still use manual transmissions. That means not only learning how to operate a clutch but also how to shift gears smoothly and quickly. One way to speed up shifts on a car is to install a short shifter. And while a …
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Jay Leno's 1959 Daimler Ferret Mk 2 scout car
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Jay Leno Ferrets Out an Armored Scout Car’s Secrets

Modern technology means that armored cars can be more discrete than their forebears. Discretion, though, goes out the window when you’re talking about ex-military vehicles, especially vintage ones. The subject of Jay Leno’s latest video, a 1959 Daimler Ferret armored scout car, is just such an example. But the armor plating is just the tip …
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The white Singer ACS on a beach
Coupes

The Singer ACS Might Be the Ultimate Twin-Turbo Safari 911

At this point, the trend of modifying Porsche 911s for off-roading purposes is practically a phenomenon. Various companies, including the famed tuner RUF, have displayed their own take on the Safari 911 idea. Even Porsche itself may be dabbling in it. And now Singer, a company practically synonymous with restomodded Porsche 911s, is joining in …
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Two high school students change a car's engine oil
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Should You Get Your Engine Oil Analyzed?

Regularly changing your oil is a classic and constant part of vehicle maintenance. One that, with modern engineering capabilities and the rise of synthetic engine oil, has dropped in frequency somewhat. However, some people go beyond simply replacing their engine oil and send it off for analysis. But why do they do it? And should …
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Setting up the 2020 Porsche 911 Turbo S's launch control system
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What Does Launch Control Actually Do?

From more power to stickier tires to sportier and stiffer suspension, high-performance cars benefit from a variety of accessories, features, and tools. And nowadays, launch control is a common sight amongst such vehicles. Even a few motorcycles like the Ducati Panigale and Streetfighter offer it. But how does launch control benefit your car? And can …
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A silver Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation on a wet track
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The Aston Martin DB5 Continuation Lets You (Almost) Play Bond for Real

Regardless of the incarnation, James Bond is inexorably linked to Aston Martin. While in the books the fictional spy started off with a Blower Bentley, on the silver screen he’s been behind the wheel of multiple Astons. And few are as iconic as the Aston Martin DB5 seen first in Goldfinger. Which, incredibly, has been …
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A purple 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock doing a burnout
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Does the 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock Resurrect the Demon?

It’s an interesting world we live in where a 707-hp Challenger is merely on the higher end of what Dodge offers. Still, that’s the timeline we’re in, given the muscle car is also available in 797-hp Hellcat Redeye form. However, even the Redeye has to bow to the Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock, the spiritual …
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