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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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Low-angle shot of a black 2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Nightster silhouetted against a cloudy sky
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Which Used Harleys Are the Most Reliable?

While it faces an image problem, Harley-Davidson does still make some impressive motorcycles. Especially when it comes to tourers and cruisers. Although some of its newer bikes can be fairly pricey, Harley’s reputation for design conservatism means used models offer similar looks at a discount. Unfortunately, many past Harley-Davidsons suffered reliability and quality-control issues, which …
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Tan 1978 Puch Maxi Newport moped in the grass
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Why Have Vintage Mopeds Gotten So Popular?

As with classic SUVs, vintage motorcycles have risen in popularity in recent years. As have scooters, which is why manufacturers offer modern versions of icons like the Vespa and Honda Super Cub. But there’s another 2-wheeled form of transportation that’s also enjoying a cultural resurgence: the moped. What is a moped? Like motorcycles, mopeds have …
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Red 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock on the concrete highway
Coupes

The 807-Hp Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock Is a Refined Demon

With the Hellcat engine finding its way into more of Dodge’s lineup, the Challenger clearly needed to step it up a notch. The Dodge Challenger ACR, sadly, is not going to happen. But even with the Charger getting its own 797-hp Redeye trim, the 2-door muscle car could still climb higher. And with the 2020 …
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Black 2020 Shelby F-150 Super Snake doing a burnout
Trucks & SUVs

The Shelby F-150 Super Snake Is a Riot of a Track Truck

Traditionally, if you’ve wanted a faster Mustang, you turned to Shelby. The latest Shelby GT500 Mustang, for example, has enough horsepower to out-pace certain supercars. But the American tuner creates more than just muscle cars. It also works on Ford’s pickup trucks. And Shelby’s latest high-output truck is the Shelby F-150 Super Snake. 2020 Shelby …
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BMW's infotainment screen showing Android Auto functionality
Trends

BMW Wants to Make Heated Seats a Subscription Service

Heated seats used to be features limited only to high-end luxury cars. But now, the technology has spread to more affordable models and even motorcycles. As have other features, including infotainment such as Apple CarPlay. And typically, when you check the box for an option or accessory, it’s yours for however long you own the …
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Red 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ in front of some green trees
Coupes

The Alfa Romeo SZ Is a Brutalist Classic Car Icon

Styling is one of the biggest reasons why people buy classic cars. And some of the most stylish come from Italy, from brands like Ferrari and Alfa Romeo. It’s still a key part of Alfa’s business strategy. However, not all of the Italian automaker’s cars have been so well-received. Especially the one some nicknamed ‘Il …
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Blue 2021 Land Rover Defender Hard Top 110 panel van driving down a country road
Crossovers

The Land Rover Defender Panel Van Is Ready to Work

While the new Land Rover Defender isn’t a body-on-frame SUV, it’s still more than capable when the pavement runs out. But the new Defender’s goal isn’t just to equal the original’s off-road prowess. It’s meant to be more refined and comfortable on a daily basis; good for something besides just off-roading. This is seemingly why …
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Blue Tecnomar by Lamborghini 63 yacht cutting through the water in front of a city
Trends

The 4000-Hp Tecnomar Is the Lamborghini of Yachts

Carmakers, especially higher-end ones, sometimes create projects outside of the automotive field. For example, the founder of the electric supercar company Rimac also designs electric mountain bikes. Lamborghini, though, is going a bit bigger with its newest project. Like Mercedes-Benz before it, the Italian company is helping to make an ultra-exclusive 4000-hp yacht. The Tecnomar …
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Patent diagram showing a potential Kawasaki hybrid motorcycle
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Kawasaki’s Supercharged Hybrid…2-Stroke Motorcycle?

Increasingly-tougher emissions regulations make for interesting, and high-performance, motorcycle tech. For example, Yamaha’s getting back into turbochargers, for one. And Kawasaki is working on putting a manual transmission in an electric motorcycle. However, that’s not the only new bike the Japanese company seems to be developing. There are already rumors about the brand’s 200-hp supercharged …
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Orange 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire with its rider in the background, both watching the rising sun over a canyon
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire Should’ve Learned From Zero Motorcycles

Despite taking off from the line quickly, Harley-Davidson’s electric LiveWire hasn’t really taken off in terms of sales figures. And the American motorcycle company’s future as a whole doesn’t look terribly bright. Which is a shame for electric motorcycle fans, because the LiveWire itself is a well-made bike. But in making it, Harley should’ve taken …
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Visitors look at the aftermarket exhaust of a sideways-turned car
Trends

Do Performance Exhausts Really Increase Horsepower?

Improving the airflow to a car’s engine is one of the first, and often easiest, modifications many enthusiasts make. Another common mod is giving your car an aftermarket performance exhaust. Many OEMs, such as Ford, GM, and Toyota, even offer them as factory accessories. But does giving your car a ‘performance’ exhaust really do anything? …
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Red Level 2, orange Level 3, and blue Level 1 Ford Performance-modified Rangers in front of a mountain range
Trucks & SUVs

Ford Performance Is Giving the Ranger Some Raptor Bite

News of the V8 Ranger Raptor’s apparent demise, while sad, doesn’t affect US customers that much. After all, Ford doesn’t offer the more hard-core variant of the Ranger here. At least, not yet. But, if you want to boost your Ranger’s off-road abilities, there’s now an alternative to going to a tuning company. That’s because …
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Maroon 1961 Bedford CA Dormobile camper van with its pop-up roof open in front of a forest
Trends

The Bedford Dormobile: Britain’s Obscure VW Camper Van Rival

When it comes to #vanlife living, few vehicles feature as prominently as the VW camper van, aka ‘the VW Bus.’ Not only is it still popular today, but it also inspired a wave of rivals when it was first introduced. Chevrolet had the Corvair Greenbrier, Mercedes had the Omnibus, and in the UK, there was …
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Brushed-aluminum 2021 Tarform Luna electric motorcycle on a beach
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

The Tarform Luna Electric Motorcycle Goes All in on Sustainability

Battery-powered bikes, like other EVs, have benefits besides high performance. However, although electric motorcycles do generate fewer emissions, not all of their building materials are necessarily as kind to the planet. And for many potential owners, there’s always the question of, not just battery range, but battery longevity. Brooklyn-based Tarform’s Luna, though, is trying to …
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White 1983 Mercedes-Benz 200D W123 classic luxury sedan
Trends

Classic Luxury Cars That Don’t Cost an Arm and a Leg to Run

While you can find inexpensive used luxury cars—even Rolls-Royces—cheap to buy doesn’t necessarily mean cheap to own. Plus, while modern cars have more features, they can actually work against you with luxury cars. ‘One more thing’ means ‘one more potentially-expensive thing to break.’ However, simplicity and ease of maintenance, along with styling, are some of …
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Overhead view of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara on a beach
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Wrangler Is Ditching Its Cheapest Mild Hybrid Option

Though its plug-in hybrid models are just beginning to roll out, Jeep already offers a few mild hybrid models. Specifically, several Wrangler hybrid models. However, the selection might be getting sparser soon. There’s been news that Jeep is canceling the cheapest Wrangler mild hybrid. 2021 Jeep Wrangler 2.0-liter eTorque mild hybrid news Currently, the Jeep …
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The carbon-fiber-and-gold MV Agusta F4 Claudio sportbike
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

The Top 4 Most Expensive Motorcycles on Sale Today

With a $121,000 price tag, the Aston Martin AMB 001 is one expensive motorcycle. You could almost get 3 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glides for that much. Or about 35 Honda Groms. But the AMB 001 isn’t the only pricey bike available for purchase. However, the rest of the world’s most expensive motorcycles might be easier …
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The engine bay of an ND Mazda Miata that's received a Flyin' Miata V8 engine swap
Trends

How Easy Is It to Do an Engine Swap?

When it comes to improving your engine’s performance, cold-air intakes and headers can help a little. Going further with the modifications, you can tune the ECU, or install stronger internal components. But there’s another way to transform your car’s performance: an engine swap. What goes into an engine swap? An engine swap is both as …
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A diagram of Indian's heated and cooled motorcycle seat
Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Indian’s Giving Its Motorcycles Heated and Cooled Seats

Whether it’s on pavement or going off-road, long motorcycle trips require a certain level of comfort. That’s why many touring and adventure bikes feature heated grips, for instance. But there is such a thing as too much heat. That’s why motorcycle jackets and gloves have vents and mesh. However, that doesn’t really work if you’re …
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