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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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Silver 1999 Qvale Mangusta with the roof down against a black background
Coupes

The Qvale Mangusta Was an Italian Ford Mustang. No, Really

There have been a lot of flavors of Ford Mustang released over the years. Some, like the Shelby GT350 and Mach 1, have even gone and come back. But the best-selling sports car has also underpinned other cars. For example, the Panoz Roadster. And, even less well-known, the Qvale Mangusta, which attempted to bring back …
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Silver 2003 Mercedes E55 AMG sedan driving down the road
Sedans

The Mercedes E55 AMG Was the Fastest Sedan in the World

While necessary emissions regulations are starting to thin its lineup, AMG has always offered high-performance Mercedes models. Sedans have been especially well-represented in its history. Today, BMW offers several 600+ hp sedans, and Dodge has one with over 700 hp. And, as Doug Demuro recently explained, it’s thanks to the 2003 Mercedes E55 AMG. How …
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Running a Honda Civic, Ford Focus, and Peugeot 206 without engine oil or coolant
Trends

How Long Can Your Car Run Without Oil or Coolant?

It’s not entirely incorrect to say cars run on carefully-timed explosions. That’s why regular maintenance is so important. But your car’s engine doesn’t just rely on mechanical parts. Without vital fluids like engine oil and coolant, the motor wouldn’t run properly, if it ran at all. And as Carwow recently demonstrated, improper oil and coolant …
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Gray Audi RS6 Avant vs black Lamborghini Urus in a drag race on an airfield
Crossovers

Lamborghini Urus vs Audi RS6 Avant: Do the Numbers Matter?

The RS6 Avant is the latest in a long line of high-performance Audi wagons. Like Mercedes’ E-Class AMG Wagon, the Audi RS6 Avant is a genuinely fast and practical car. But it’s not the only unlikely performance vehicle developed by the German automaker. Under the skin, the Lamborghini Urus SUV is technically an Audi—albeit one …
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2019 Chevrolet Blazer RS parked on dirt track
Crossovers

Is the Chevy Blazer RS Really the Camaro of Crossovers?

While the newest Blazer isn’t quite like its predecessors, Chevrolet has given the crossover some desirable features. It hasn’t gone quite as far as Ford, in terms of branding it with a historic name. But the Chevy Blazer RS is an attempt to make a fun-to-drive crossover. However, is it really on the level of …
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Gray 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom VII side view, in front of a rocky cliff
Trends

Is There Such a Thing as a Cheap Rolls-Royce?

When even a diecast model of a Rolls-Royce costs more than some new cars, it’s difficult to imagine ever owning one. However, the British carmaker isn’t terribly different from any other high-end luxury brand. While that does mean repair costs can be high, it also means depreciation drastically lowers the barrier to entry. And just …
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A green 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 parked overlooking a mountain-ringed beach
Crossovers

The Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 Is Faster Than a Corvette

There’s no shortage of fast SUVs and crossovers, especially from Mercedes. In fact, the German automaker’s AMG crossovers have been so successful, they’re pushing out some of the sedans. And even if they’re not electric, the larger crossovers are quicker than many expect. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63, for example, is a 7-seat crossover that …
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Gold 2021 Acura TLX Type S on a track, front view
Trends

Prepare to See a Lot More Acura Type S Models

The 2021 TLX may be a preview into Acura’s future in more ways than one. Beyond the styling, the 2021 Acura TLX Type S is gearing up to be a legitimately sporty luxury sedan. But the TLX, it seems, won’t be the only car benefiting from the welcome return to the brand’s roots. New rumors …
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Gray 2020 BMW X3 M Competition crossover parked on a racetrack.
Crossovers

BMW Put Its Most Powerful 6-Cylinder in a Crossover

Though some of its cars aren’t worth the price of entry, BMW definitely knows how to make great engines. Some of the highest-output ones end up in the German automaker’s M vehicles. And not just in passenger cars, like the M5. The company’s SUVs and crossovers also have M variants, with the performance to back …
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Gray 2020 Triumph Street Twin parked in front of a brick wall
Motorcycles

Triumph Is Doing What Harley-Davidson Should’ve Done Years Ago

On the surface, Triumph and Harley-Davidson can seem somewhat similar. Both motorcycle companies offer bikes that lean on nostalgia and retro designs, after all. And both also derive quite a bit of revenue from apparel sales. However, while Triumph these days seems to be doing OK, Harley-Davidson is decidedly not. And, as YouTuber Different Spokes …
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Coupes

What Makes the Porsche 993 911 So Desirable?

Its newest models may be fast and capable, but for Porsche fans, the classic models are where it’s at. Especially the air-cooled Porsche 911. So much so, that restomodding the vintage sports car has become a high-profile business. But, although the earliest ones are the most valuable, it’s the last air-cooled model, the Porsche 993 …
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Red 1968 Opel GT, driving down the road, side view
Coupes

The Opel GT Is an Affordable Classic Baby Corvette

Even before its move to mid-engine, the Chevrolet Corvette was a desirable sports car. Although the new C8 is definitely the fastest, the other gens still have something to offer. The C5, for example, makes a great budget track car. And the C2 ‘Stingray’ and later C3 models still inspire the Corvette’s design. With the …
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Red Gunther Werks 400R in a concrete building
Coupes

Gunther Werks’ 25-Year-Old $525,000 Porsche 911 Is Faster Than a GT3

Together, the GT3 and GT2 form the highest echelons of the modern Porsche 911 hierarchy. But, although they’re nowhere near as fast, classic air-cooled 911s are just as valued, if not more so. They’re also popular subjects for restomods, especially Safari builds. In fact, it was arguably Singer, with its fastidious 911 builds, that helped …
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Gray Mercedes-Benz with foggy and clouded-over headlight lenses in a shop
Trends

How to Clean and Restore Foggy Headlights

When brand new, modern headlights can seem almost too bright. But, like almost everything in and on a car, they’re still maintenance items. And not just the bulbs. Over time, headlights can become foggy or cloudy. In some cases, they may start to yellow. However, unlike a burned-out or broken bulb, foggy headlights don’t always …
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Dark blue 2020 Mercedes E450 4Matic Wagon parked in front of a city
Trends

The Mercedes E-Class Wagon May Be the Ideal Luxury Car

Despite the SUV’s seeming supremacy, wagons are still in demand. Especially from luxury brands like Mercedes. In fact, the German automaker is planning on expanding its wagon lineup. Mercedes has often offered a variety of luxury vehicles, such as a 500-hp minivan and even an E-Class pickup. And if you’re after a car that combines …
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White 2020 Porsche 718 Spyder being driven down a curvy road
Coupes

The Porsche 718 Spyder Lets the GT4 Soak up Some Sun

The 718 Boxster and Cayman may be some of the cheapest Porsches, but in terms of driving dynamics, they’re by no means de-contented. However, the mid-engine sports cars’ standard engines have been repeatedly criticized for their uninspiring sound. The six-cylinder Cayman GT4 partially rectified this. And now, that same engine has found its way into …
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Blue 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat in the desert, with the setting sun in the background
Coupes

The Dodge Challenger ACR May Take the Hellcat to the Track

While they make for hilarious fun, the Hellcat variants of Dodge Challenger do give up something to their muscle-car competition. The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 and Chevy Camaro ZL1 1LE are down on power, true. But their handling upgrades make them better overall. And it seems like Dodge has been taking notes. Recent rumors are …
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Lifted 1973 Dodge Challenger 4x4 in a snowy forest
Coupes

This 1972 Dodge Challenger 4×4 Is Ready for Any Off-Road Challenge

When it comes to unconventional off-road builds, a Dodge Challenger doesn’t necessarily spring immediately to mind. People previously modified the Mazda Miata, Porsche 911, and Ferrari 308 GT4 for off-roading. Even Corvettes converted for it. So why not Dodge’s muscle car? That’s the question the owner of a four-wheel-drive 1973 Dodge Challenger wanted to answer. …
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Side-rear view of a black-and-gold 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan S, parked in front of the setting sun
Motorcycles

The Kawasaki Vulcan May Be Getting the Ninja H2’s 200-Hp Engine

Harley-Davidson isn’t the only motorcycle company with cruisers. While Kawasaki may be better known for sportbikes and dual sports, it also offers café racers, touring bikes, and cruisers. In fact, the Kawasaki Vulcan is one of the quickest cruisers on sale today. But it may be getting even quicker. New rumors suggest Kawasaki may be …
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Black-with-yellow-pinstriping 1973 Honda CB350 Four motorcyle parked on lawn in front of artwork
Motorcycles

The Honda CB350 Four: The Forgotten Mini Superbike

The 60s and 70s saw some incredible feats of motorcycle engineering, and Honda’s bikes were no exception. Although this was the era of the café racer, the Super Cub dominated the entry-level segment. And Honda’s Grand Prix-winning RC166 showed just how far the Japanese company could push small engines’ performance. But despite these achievements, the …
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