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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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Sierra RX3 kartcross kart
Trends

Kartcross Is the Craziest Racing Series You’ve Never Heard Of

Even today, the lessons learned from racing can directly impact automotive technology. Ducati and Lancia used it to develop pioneering features and well-regarded vehicles. It’s thanks to the rally-racing Audi Ur-Quattro that modern all-wheel drive was developed. But racing doesn’t only benefit cars; it also improves the drivers themselves. Not to mention the lure of …
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Mazda Miata stock vs aftermarket sway bars
Trends

Does Your Car Need New Sway Bars?

If you want to improve your car’s handling, there are a number of modifications you can install. Tires are one of the simplest mods. But the next step is modifying the suspension. Swapping out your shock absorbers would appear to be the obvious next step. However, not only can that be expensive, done improperly, it …
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Sandy Munro with Tesla Model Y
Hybrids & EVs

Tesla Model Y’s Quality Put to the Test with Surprising Results

Although its EVs do offer some intriguing features, Tesla has struggled to deliver them with a consistent level of quality. The Model 3, for instance, is fast, but lately, owners have been reporting steering wheels falling off. And the Model X has been problematic when it comes to fit and finish. Initial examples of the …
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1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa spare tire
Trends

Why Are Automakers Getting Rid of Spare Tires?

Just like the rest of your car, its tires have also evolved over the years. But, just like the paint, gasoline, and battery, they can still degrade and need specific care. And they can still get punctured and go flat. When that happens, you’ll naturally want to put on a spare tire. However, if you …
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1960 Austin-Healey Sprite MkI
Cars

The Austin-Healey Sprite Was the Mazda Miata of the 60s

The Mazda Miata didn’t directly inspire modern sports cars like the Toyota 86 and Honda S2000. But without the Miata, they likely wouldn’t have been green-lit. And part of its popularity is accessibility. Used models are cheap, and with so many fans out there, someone has advice for whatever build you’re thinking of. But the …
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A blue 2021 Toyota Supra 3.0 on a runway
Cars

How Much Power Does the Updated 2021 Toyota Supra Really Make?

Although it’s been positively reviewed, the Toyota Supra has also been criticized by fans of the original. Mostly, the critiques have stemmed from its BMW origins. Not to mention the loss of a manual transmission option. And while the Supra handles well, some of its rivals, like the Porsche Cayman and Ford Mustang, are sharper, …
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Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE
Cars

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Is the Best Muscle Car You Can Buy Today

Although they went through a bit of a rough patch, today’s muscle cars far out-strip their illustrious forebears. For one, the Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye delivers 797 hp. And the Ford Mustang GT500 is a rival for the C8 Corvette and even some supercars. But, although it doesn’t sell as well, the Chevrolet Camaro is …
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The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek is the most reliable subcompact SUV of the year according to Consumer Reports.
Crossovers

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Adds Power Without Sacrificing MPGs

Subaru as a whole makes reliable vehicles, but the Subaru Crosstrek is perhaps the most reliable. It also comes with a wide range of standard features, including all-wheel drive. And, for those after maximum fuel efficiency, there’s a plug-in hybrid version. However, despite the Crosstrek’s positive reviews, it has one big weak point: its lackluster …
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A yellow 2020 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 drives through a city at night
Cars

The Porsche Cayman GT4 Is a Terrible Daily Driver, and That’s a Good Thing

Part of Porsche’s vehicles’ appeal is how well they combine utility with performance, and the Cayman is no different. Although it only has 2 seats, the mid-engine sports car is daily-drivable and (relatively) affordable. Plus, it has more luggage space than the new C8 Corvette. The new 2020 Porsche Cayman GT4, though, loses some of …
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Steel-gray 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar SV Autobiography in front of mountain range
Crossovers

The Stylish Range Rover Velar Is Actually Off-Road Savvy

True, like some of Land Rover’s other products, the Range Rover lineup gets dinged for reliability. But these luxury SUVs aren’t merely status symbols: much like the Defender, Range Rovers can actually range off-pavement. The entry-level Evoque crossover is no exception, either. Though at first glance, the more style-focused Range Rover Velar would seem to …
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Red 1997 Ducati 916S with golden wheels
Motorcycles

Why the Ducati 916 Is Still a Motorcycle Icon

Ducati has often been called the Ferrari of motorcycles, and not just because both companies are Italian. Ducati’s bikes are genuinely shaped by motorsports technology. Even its touring bikes have a performance focus. And the Scrambler Desert Sled is about more than just looks. The bikemaker has also previewed trends. For example, the Sport 1000 …
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2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle SUV
Trucks & SUVs

The New Chevy Tahoe Police SUV Is Ready to Intimidate You

Cops use a variety of vehicles to fulfill their duties—up to and including Mustangs and Ferraris. The Ford Crown Vic is a particular US favorite. Though when the terrain calls for it, police also use four-wheel-drive pickup trucks. However, especially in the US, cops do ask for/require some level of an intimidation factor. That’s why …
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1997 Toyota Century V12 sedan
Cars

Toyota Once Made a V12 Luxury Sedan, and It Wasn’t a Lexus

In the US, Lexus has always been the place for Toyota’s most high-end cars. That’s been the case ever since the LS400 made massive waves in the luxury segment. But the brand doesn’t just do reliable luxury. The Lexus LFA, although overshadowed by contemporary supercars, had one of the best naturally-aspirated engines put in a …
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2020 Morgan Plus 4
Cars

The Morgan Plus 4 Is a Brand-New Classic Car

Today, it’s possible to restore classic cars to better-than-new condition and performance. There are companies that restomod Ford Broncos, Range Rovers, Chevy trucks, Mini Coopers, and so on. Some even convert these classic rides into EVs. British automaker Morgan, though, doesn’t really do restomods. That’s because their products are already essentially brand-new classic cars. Or, …
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Bull Cycles Harley-Davidson Peashooter board track racer
Motorcycles

These Vintage Bull Cycles Board Track Racers Are Wild American Throwbacks

Today, there are plenty of motorcycles available that ape their classic ancestors. Janus Motorcycles even uses a frame design that originates in the 1950s. But vintage bikes are another story. The earliest motorcycles were literally bicycles with motors attached; that’s how Ducati got its start. Arguably, that makes modern e-bikes motorcycle throwbacks. However, if you’re …
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Verge TS side
Motorcycles

The Verge TS Is an Electric Motorcycle With Only One Brake

That electric motorcycles are fast is not in doubt. The Harley-Davidson LiveWire, for instance, can out-drag a Tesla Model 3 Performance. And Zero Motorcycle’s FX is one of the fastest dual-sports on the market. But electric bikes can also match ICE ones in terms of intriguing design choices. True, no electric motorcycle right now has …
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2020 Porsche 718 Cayman S vs. 2020 Chevrolet Corvette
Cars

The New Corvette Still Fails in These Key Categories Against the Porsche 718 Cayman S

The launch of the 2020 C8 Chevy Corvette hasn’t exactly been smooth-sailing, even before the COVID-19-related problems. However, considering how drastic a departure the mid-engine C8 is from previous Corvettes, some quality issues can be forgiven. The move to mid-engine, though, changes more than just the car’s dynamics and looks. Traditionally, the Corvette was always …
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a 2020 Kia Cadenza parked in a driveway.
Cars

The Kia Cadenza Is the Best Large Sedan You Shouldn’t Ignore These Days

It’s getting tougher to ignore Kia’s products these days. The Telluride continues to sell as the cliché says, and the Optima beat out the Camry in U.S. News’ ranking. Value is certainly part of the Korean automaker’s appeal, but so is an attractive design. However, despite their strengths, some Kia cars remain somewhat obscure, though …
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2019 Porsche Macan
Crossovers

The Porsche Macan is More Capable Than You Think

One of the biggest ironies of modern luxury SUVs and crossovers is that many never leave pavement, despite being perfectly capable off-roaders. For instance, the Lamborghini Urus and Rolls-Royce Cullinan can genuinely climb rocky grades and speed through the sand. The Mercedes G-Wagon wouldn’t be a status symbol without its capabilities. And the same goes …
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2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VIII
Cars

What’s the Best Year for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo?

Although the Subaru WRX out-lived it, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo still has plenty of fans. And there’s a growing demand for importing the models the US never got. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the rally-inspired all-wheel-drive performance sedan holds its value well. Most likely, that’s because examples untouched by Fast and Furious-inspired mods are getting harder to find. …
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