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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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Lego Ducati Panigale V4 R
Motorcycles

Build the Ferrari of Motorcycles With Lego’s New Ducati Panigale Set

Lego’s keen to win over motoring enthusiasts, it seems. Just in the past few months, the company’s released building kits for the classic Fiat 500 and the Fast and Furious Dodge Charger. Lego has also made kits based on the Land Rover Defender and Ford GT40. And now, it’s a motorcycle company that’s getting a …
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2015 Mazda RX-Vision Concept
Hybrids & EVs

Mazda Might Seriously Bring the Rotary Back in a Hybrid

Mazda’s introducing quite a few updates. The next-gen Mazda6 is taking a page from BMW and offering an inline-6 and rear-wheel drive. The Japanese automaker is also re-introducing more physical infotainment controls and has been named the most reliable brand for 2020. However, there are at least 2 things Mazda’s missing. Although well-reviewed, the CX-5 …
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2011 Dodge Charger
Cars

The Most Annoying Dodge Charger Problem Owners Complain About

Although the Dodge Charger doesn’t have the newest platform on the market, that’s actually played to the sedan’s benefit. Not only has the old-school design raised its popularity, it’s one of the most reliable American cars on the market. However, not every single Charger is exactly bulletproof. Some model years have had interior problems, others …
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GM-produced Ventec ventilator
Trends

The First GM Ventilators Are Being Delivered

Automakers have started responding to the COVID-19 outbreak in earnest. Mazda is offering free auto service to healthcare workers, regardless of what car they drive. Daytona International Speedway has been repurposed as a drive-up testing facility. And instead of factory production lines sitting idle, several automakers have been repurposing them to make medical equipment instead. …
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2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S vs 2020 Tesla Model S
Hybrids & EVs

The Porsche Taycan Is More Efficient Than the EPA Says It Is

In addition to some of its recent quality teething issues, the Porsche Taycan has also been criticized for its somewhat-limited range. The EPA rated the Turbo model’s range at 201 miles, which, to be fair, should be enough for most owners. It’s tough, though, when the Tesla Model Y and Model 3 are rated at …
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Harley-Davidson V-Rod
Motorcycles

The Harley-Davidson V-Rod: A Cruiser With a Porsche Engine

Porsche collaborated with several automakers in the 80s and 90s. The partnership with Mercedes led to the 190E 2.3-16 sports sedan. And working with Audi, the two created the RS2 Avant, the first high-performance Audi wagon. But Porsche hasn’t only worked on projects with automakers—it also worked with Harley-Davidson. The result was the Harley-Davidson V-Rod …
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2019 Ford Ranger FX2 driving down country road
Trucks & SUVs

Ford Will Give Your Ranger an Extra 50 Hp for $825

Many Ford Ranger builds focus on improving the midsize pickup’s off-road and overlanding capabilities. US customers can’t get the Ranger Raptor, but PaxPower’s version and APG’s Prorunner are the next best things. But, while the Ranger’s 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder is plenty powerful, it may not be enough for some. For those potential customers, Ford Performance’s …
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Chevrolet Traverse Premier vs. Ford Explorer XLT
Crossovers

Ford Explorer vs. Chevy Traverse: American 3-Row SUV Showdown

The Chevy Traverse isn’t necessarily the best or most reliable 3-row SUV/crossover Chevrolet offers. But the Traverse still has a lot to offer the average buyer, and Consumer Reports found owners were extremely satisfied with it. However, the new Ford Explorer has also recently garnered positive reviews, beating out the Toyota Highlander in Kelley Blue …
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1987 Twin-Engine Volkswagen Golf II
Cars

This Volkswagen Golf Pikes Peak Race Car Has Two Engines

Although postponed for 2020, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb has nevertheless seen its fair share of incredible entries. For example, Ken Block built a 1400-hp AWD 1965 Mustang for the 2017 race. The original Audi Quattro raced there, as well, and in 2019, a Bentley Continental GT set a new production car record. Both …
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2020 KTM 390 Adventure motorcycle riding through the desert
Motorcycles

Choose Your Own Adventure: KTM’s Light Bike and BMW’s Mighty Bike

For those looking to go off-road, dual sports offer street-legal dirt bike performance. And at faster speeds than the Rokon Trail-Breaker or Ranger. However, dual sports lean a bit too much into dirt bikes for some. For the more casual dirt explorer, some scramblers, or the Honda Hunter Cub, are better choices. But, if you …
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Cars in the rain
Trends

Should You Wash Your Car After It Rains?

Washing your car isn’t actually as simple as it seems. Done improperly, you can risk damaging your paint. And if it’s not done at all, your car may rust sooner than expected. Luckily, it’s easier to tell when your car needs a wash than if your clutch or brakes need replacement. But, cleaning your car …
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Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing prototype
Cars

The Cadillac CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwing Are Bringing Back the Stick

Although the Escalade SUV tends to hog the spotlight, Cadillac’s sedans are still kicking, albeit under new names. Unfortunately, the Cadillac CT4-V and CT5-V haven’t been quite as well-received as their ATS-V and CTS-V predecessors were. And the Blackwing V8 that was supposed to be available has been shelved essentially for good. But, for the …
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2017 Rokon Ranger
Motorcycles

Jay Leno Rocks On with a Rokon Ranger

If you want to hustle off-road on a motorcycle, there’s no shortage of bikes to choose from. There’s scramblers, dual sports, and dirt bikes, to start. Ural’s motorcycles come with sidecars. And it’s even possible to take an Indian Scout Sixty into the mountains. Or, if you prefer, you can take Jeep’s electric bicycle, or …
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Clutch replacement
Trends

How Often Should You Change Your Clutch?

Regular car, truck, and motorcycle maintenance and inspection can often prevent or catch problems before they become catastrophic. However, it’s relatively easy to inspect your brakes or check your oil level. Not every vehicle component is so easily examined, especially the transmission. And apart from the transmission fluid—which isn’t actually a ‘lifetime fluid’—there’s one component …
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2014 Ford Explorer XLT crash test
Trends

The NHTSA’s Crash Tests Are Outdated

With modern equipment like seatbelts and airbags, modern vehicles are much safer than they were in the past. Advanced driver-assistance features raise the safety envelope even more. However, as we’ve seen with the state of headlight technology, as well as the loopholes involving large trucks, not every bit of safety legislation has caught up with …
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A beige 1990 Lexus LS400 in a parking lot
Sedans

The Original Lexus LS400 Was a Luxury Car Game-Changer

Today, Lexus’ vehicles, from passenger cars to 3-row off-road-capable SUVs, enjoy a strong reputation for reliability and comfort. The brand’s vehicles don’t offer features like perfume atomizers or the Rolls-Royce Cullinan’s starlight headliner, true. But then, Lexus started from Toyota, the automaker that created the understated, extremely-exclusive Century. Instead of over-the-top tech, Lexus focused on …
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2020 VW Passat R-Line
Cars

Is There Any Reason to Buy a VW Passat Over a Toyota Camry?

The Volkswagen Passat tends to be forgotten about compared to some of the other mid-sized sedans on the market, such as the Toyota Camry. The Camry is one of the best-selling cars in the segment, and there’s even a TRD trim and all-wheel drive available now. But the VW Passat got an update for the …
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Arctic Trucks Ford F-150 AT44
Trucks & SUVs

This Norwegian Ford F-150 is Built Arctic Tough

Ice-racing Bentley Continental GTs aside, not every vehicle can conquer the Arctic’s icy chill. Usually, you’d think a specialty vehicle like the Sherp ATV or Rokon Trail-Breaker, or a truck equipped with tank treads would be required. However, as Car and Driver showed by off-roading in the Arctic Circle with a Lamborghini Urus, many modern …
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Kyle Larson
Trends

NASCAR Racer Kyle Larson Suspended Indefinitely After Using Racial Slur

The automotive world is not without its controversies. And it’s not only automakers like Volkswagen that experienced them. Consumer Reports faced one in the 90s for several misleading SUV reports. And now, NASCAR, itself an organization with a history based in illegal activity, is facing one, too. Specifically, driver Kyle Larson, for his recent use …
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