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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 claimed demonstration of Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' capability
Trends

No, Tesla Does Not Have Full Self-Driving Capability Yet

Speed isn’t the only thing that many find appealing about Tesla’s EVs. For several years, the brand has promised that its cars would be able to drive themselves. And now, with a new update, Tesla claims that it has full self-driving capabilities. But that’s not actually the case. Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ feature is in beta …
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A white 2022 GMC Hummer EV climbs a dune
Hybrids & EVs

2022 GMC Hummer EV vs. Jeep Grand Wagoneer: American Icons With a Twist

It’s not just a tease anymore: the 2022 GMC Hummer EV is finally here. And the anticipation has been so high, the ‘Edition 1’ models are already sold out. But it’s not the only classic American nameplate that’s making a modern comeback. Jeep is bringing back the Grand Wagoneer, and it too has some significant …
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A master mechanic and service technician repair a John Deere tractor in a garage
Trends

You Need To Care About the Ongoing ‘Right To Repair’ Fight

Some car repair tasks, like recall work, are best performed by professionals. But many maintenance tasks, even something like a timing belt or clutch replacement, can be performed by a home mechanic. However, as cars gain more electronics and sensor-reliant safety features, repair costs go up, and the work becomes increasingly specialized. In fact, Chevrolet …
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A silver 2021 Land Rover Defender 110 drives through the desert
Crossovers

Does the Land Rover Defender Deserve To Be Motor Trend’s 2021 SUV of the Year?

Despite their luxury appearance and reputation, Land Rover’s SUVs have genuine off-road chops. Yes, even the Velar and the Evoque. However, few are quite as iconic or beloved as the classic Land Rover Defender. Which, like the Ford Bronco, was recently reborn in modern form. By all accounts, the 2021 Land Rover Defender does justice …
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A white 2011 Mazda RX-8 drives down a road
Trends

A More Reliable Mazda RX-8 Could Be a Small Modification Away

The rumors are true: a rotary engine will once again appear in Mazda’s lineup. That’s great news for the ‘spinning Dorito’ faithful, but for many, it can seem like an odd decision. The rotary engine has been dinged for unreliability, especially the one found in the Mazda RX-8. It’s held in poor regard compared to …
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The rear 3/4 view of a 1993 Volkswagen Corrado SLC in a quarry
Coupes

The Volkswagen Corrado Was an Overlooked Innovative Porsche Wannabe

Today, brands like Lamborghini and Bugatti help Volkswagen experiment on high-performance technology and engineering. However, the German automaker has a history of doing so all on its own, though not always successfully. The XL1, for example, was an attempt to make a 235+ mpg car. The Phaeton was arguably a preview of the first Bentley …
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A black 2021 BMW M440i xDrive
Coupes

Is There More To the 2021 BMW M440i Than Just Its Looks?

The 2021 4 Series’ appearance has certainly caused a stir amongst BMW’s fans and critics alike. However, while the looks may be controversial, at least on the high-performance M4, they’re functional. And if the M4 is a bit too hardcore, there’s also an M Performance model: the 2021 BMW M440i xDrive. But just because a …
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The silver 1955 Alfa Romeo BAT 9 parked amongst coal
Trends

You Could Own the Iconic Artistic Alfa Romeo BAT Concept Cars

As much as we ding it for reliability, Alfa Romeo’s sense of style and design is definitely praise-worthy. Some of its classic models, like the SZ, were admittedly a bit out-there for some. But others, like the GTV6 and the Montreal, have earned high marks for their looks. However, some of the Italian marque’s most …
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Eileah Ohnings builds her camper van
RV

Here’s What You Need To Know About Making a DIY Camper Van

While motorhomes and camper vans aren’t the same thing, they’re both RVs. And though they’re not as spacious, vans are cheaper and easier to live with. Still, while many companies offer sweet van conversions, they can get pricey. Luckily, it’s possible to DIY it. But before you make your own camper van, there are a …
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Various old license plates for sale
Trends

What Should You Do With Your License Plates When Selling Your Car?

Buying a car is tricky enough without involving the other side of car shopping: selling your old one. Whether you use Craigslist, an auction site like Bring a Trailer or Cars and Bids or trade it in at a dealer, there’s a lot of paperwork involved. But even when that’s all done, there’s still one …
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A silver-and-black Arch Motorcycle Method 143
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Keanu Reeves’ Motorcycle Company Arch Makes a Real Version of a ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Bike

While there are several celebrities who are into bikes, such as Ewan McGregor, very few have started their own motorcycle company. But that’s exactly what Keanu Reeves and buddy Gard Hollinger did with Arch Motorcycle. And the company has done more than just make its customers’ high-end motorcycles come to life. It’s also helped create …
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Carwow host Mat Watson with a red 2020 Chevrolet C8 Corvette
Coupes

The American Invasion: A C8 Chevy Corvette in the UK

As impressive as the Shelby GT500 Mustang is, traditionally America’s sports car has been the Chevy Corvette. And the latest model, the mid-engine C8 Corvette, is even more of a threat to overseas sports cars, including the Toyota Supra. It can’t quite out-accelerate a GT-R, but it does out-speed a few AMG sedans. But the …
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A silver 2001 Bentley Arnage Red Label
Sedans

‘Bring a Trailer’ Bargain of the Week: 2001 Bentley Arnage Red Label

There are few things more tempting, and more potentially heart-breaking, as a depreciated luxury car. Especially when it’s from a high-end brand like Bentley. A used Continental GT, for example, is in many ways just as luxurious as a new one. And this week’s Bring a Trailer bargain buy offers similar levels of luxury with …
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A rendering of the 1977 Porsche 930 911 Turbo in Cyberpunk 2077
Coupes

Keanu Reeves’ ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Porsche 911 Turbo Exists IRL

Few sports cars are as iconic as the Porsche 911, or as desirable, especially in air-cooled form. It influences not only the company’s other cars but its design work outside the automotive segment. Porsche hasn’t just collaborated with other automakers and bike companies, but it’s also designed a Star Wars starship. And now, it’s helped …
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The rear 3/4 view of a green 2020 Kia Telluride on a desert road
Crossovers

For Car and Driver, There’s Only 1 Thing Wrong With the 2020 Kia Telluride

As attractive as the Sorento and Santa Fe are, Kia’s most popular crossover/SUV is the 3-row Telluride. It’s in such high demand that Kia has been struggling to keep up with orders. The Kia Telluride is also an Automobile All-Star, and the first Korean SUV (well, crossover) to win Motor Trend’s SUV of the Year. …
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A dark-gray 2021 Tesla Model 3 next to a light-blue 2021 Polestar 2
Hybrids & EVs

2021 Tesla Model 3 vs. 2021 Polestar 2: The Numbers Aren’t Everything

As the electric car market continues to grow, the Tesla Model 3 remains the model to beat. Motor Trend calls it one of the best sub-$50,000 EVs. But it now has a stylish new rival courtesy of Swedish brand Polestar: the Polestar 2. And as YouTube team Throttle House explains in its recent video, comparing …
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An aircraft mechanic does maintenance work on his RV's solar panels
RV

The Important RV Maintenance You Probably Aren’t Doing

Campers and RVs can be fun, but they require proper maintenance just like any car, pickup truck, or motorcycle. However, while RV maintenance is similar in some ways to car care, RVs have a few extra service requirements. And if you want to head out on an adventure, you’ll want to check that they’ve been …
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