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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 Dom's 1970 Dodge Charger
Trends

Lego Gets Fast and Furious With a New Dodge Charger Kit

Fast and Furious has created several automotive icons. And one of the most significant is Dominic Toretto’s Dodge Charger. So tied is Vin Diesel’s character to the brand, that he’s featured in the Durango Hellcat teaser. Although FF9 will likely have Dom in a Charger Hellcat, his quintessential ride is a black 1970 Charger R/T. …
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2015 Terradyne Gurkha RPV
Trucks & SUVs

Worried About the Apocalypse? This Armored Terradyne Gurkha Is for You

We get it: it’s tough prepping for the apocalypse. Especially when it comes to picking your wheels. There’re now arguably more choices than ever. It’s not just the leaders of countries that can get armored vehicles. Trucks, SUVs, even vans can all be armored, although the Tesla Cybertruck doesn’t really count. There’s also no shortage …
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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee parked near beach
Crossovers

Ford Explorer or Jeep Grand Cherokee: Which SUV Is Better For You?

Those looking for a vehicle with space, towing capability, and at least some ability to go off-road gravitate towards SUVs. And two popular choices, the Ford Explorer and Jeep Grand Cherokee have recently been updated. The Explorer recently won over the Toyota Highlander in KBB’s comparison. The Grand Cherokee, meanwhile, is a genuine competitor to …
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Car paint booth
Trends

The Reason Why Some Car Paint Colors Command a Premium

Although automotive paint technology has improved over the years, improper care can still cause damage to your car’s paint. Also, automaker quality problems still pop up from time to time. And then there’s the cost of choosing your car’s paint color. Not only can this affect resale value, some colors can be rather expensive. True, …
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Eaton Suretrac limited-slip differential cutaway
Trends

What Makes a Limited-Slip Differential Desirable?

It’s a technology that’s found in many performance cars, from Mazda Miatas to police-spec Crown Vics. It’s found a place in JDM icons and hot hatches. Some rally SUVs even had multiple ones. It’s the limited-slip differential. But what exactly does it do, and why is it so desirable? What does a differential do? The …
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1972 Porsche 911E
Trends

Why Are Air-Cooled Porsche 911s so Valuable?

Classic car values can sometimes reach dizzying heights. And one of the most prominent poster children for this is air-cooled Porsche 911s. Although the latest-gen car is widely-praised, as with Range Rovers, Mazda RX-8s, and Ford Broncos, sometimes people just prefer the older versions. The air-cooled Porsche 911 craze has also boosted restomodding and created …
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Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor
Cars

Get a Close Look at a Crown Victoria Cop Car Without Getting Arrested

Cops pick their cars based on what’s around them. In more rural areas, police have used Jeep Cherokees and Ford Ranger Raptors. Where officers need to chase quicker criminals, they use BMW M cars or even full-on supercars. And here in the US, trucks, and SUVs have also been prepped for police duty. But perhaps …
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Tesla Model Y paint inspection
Hybrids & EVs

Is the Tesla Model Y Having Paint Issues?

The new Tesla Model Y isn’t flashy, but it’s exactly what many consumers have been asking for. It’s larger than the Model 3 but more practical and less expensive than the Model X. However, as is often the case with new first-year cars, the first Model Ys have reportedly been delivered with defects. And unfortunately, …
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1997 GMC TopKick C6500
Trucks & SUVs

Need a GM Monster Truck? Try the GMC TopKick

Although sometimes people genuinely do need a large pickup, some owners and tuners take the theme to the extreme. Rtech builds classic Chevrolet bro-dozers, while Brabus can build you a 6-wheeled AMG G-Wagon truck. Hummer’s coming back as a GMC-branded electric pickup, too. And, while you can’t really drive a monster truck on the road, …
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2020 Land Rover Defender 110 overhead
Crossovers

The Land Rover Defender Is a Worthy Successor to an Icon

Updating a beloved vehicle is tough. The teams behind icons like the Porsche 911 and Jeep Wrangler know that very well. Too much change and you risk alienating the fans. Too little, and the car loses sales. Land Rover faced this same challenge when it redesigned the Defender for the modern era. The technical specs …
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1949 Reo Speedwagon D19XA
Trucks & SUVs

You Can Buy an Actual Reo Speedwagon Truck

Quite a few famous names have been attached to pickup trucks over the years. There’ve been Terminator-edition Toyotas and Tonka F-Series. Several apparel companies have collaborated with automakers on pickups, as has the Kentucky Derby. And of course, there are several Ford and GMC pickups with ‘Harley-Davidson’ on their tailgates. But there’s also a truck …
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2021 Honda CT125 Hunter Cub
Motorcycles

The Honda CT125 Hunter Cub Is a Pint-Sized Scrambler Alternative

Although some scrambler motorcycles combine classic looks with genuine off-road capability, they can be rather expensive. They’re also somewhat heavy and can be unwieldy, especially for newer or smaller riders. Ditto the old-school, sidecar-equipped Ural. Dual sports and dirt bikes are more at home off-road but at the expense of some on-road comfort. And the …
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Range Rover Evoque brake disc
Trends

You May Be Using Your Brakes Incorrectly

Sure, it’s impressive when a car can accelerate quickly, but stopping is just as, if not more important. Inspecting your brakes is a regular part of vehicle maintenance. But all the checkups in the world won’t matter if you’re not using those brakes correctly in the first place. The most effective braking strategy In a recent …
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1992 Nissan Pulsar GTi-R
Cars

Nissan Pulsar GTi-R: The Other Nissan GT-R

Nissan’s Skyline GT-R is rightfully held in high regard. When it was new, ‘Godzilla’ dominated the racing scene before making a splash on the silver screen. And even today, the R32 and R33 Nissan GT-Rs, along with the Patrol and Z-cars, are high on import fans’ wish lists. However, even when they first debuted, the …
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2001 Acura Integra Type R
Cars

How the Acura Integra Started the Type R Legend

Some automotive badges have become short-hand for high performance. BMW’s M, Mercedes’ AMG, and Nissan’s GT-R. There’s also Honda’s Type R. In addition to sports cars like the S2000, in the 90s and early 2000s Honda offered stripped-down, souped-up versions of cars like the Civic and NSX supercar. Unfortunately, the US didn’t receive a Civic …
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1988 Jaguar XJS V12
Trends

These Cars Still Give Their Owners Nightmares

Even the most reliable vehicles have their bad years and share of problems. Especially after they’ve been on the road for hundreds of thousands of miles. Some cars, though, never get that far. That’s because they seem cursed right from the start. Reddit user u/IDNMAN21 asked r/Cars sub-Reddit users what their ‘nightmare car’ was. Not …
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2020 Tesla Model Y AWD Performance side
Hybrids & EVs

Was the Tesla Model Y Worth the Wait?

Tesla’s awaited crossover, the Model Y, is officially out. And, like the larger, more-expensive Model X, it competes not just with other EVs, but gasoline-powered crossovers, too. Can the Tesla Model Y back up its promises? Doug Demuro attempted to find out. Tesla Model Y specs As with the Tesla’s own Cybertruck, as well as …
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2020 Toyota 86 Hakone Edition side
Cars

The Toyota 86 Is More Than the Sum of Its Parts

Although the Mazda Miata is often the go-to affordable sports car, there are other options. Most notably, the Subaru BRZ and its cross-town cousin, the Toyota 86. Taking its name from a beloved performance icon (and Initial D star), the 86 was Toyota’s sole sports car until the Supra returned. But despite the Supra’s speed, …
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2020 Chrysler 300
Cars

The Chrysler 300 Is Dated but Still Classy

Sedan selection from American automakers has shrunk. While Hyundai, Honda, and Toyota have all updated their lineups, Ford’s lone sedan will be gone by 2021, while Lincoln may stop selling sedans completely. Meanwhile, Cadillac and Chevrolet each offer 2 sedans. However, it’s the Dodge Charger, Dodge’s lone, ancient sedan, that’s seen the most success. The …
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2020 Yamaha MT-03
Motorcycles

The Yamaha MT-03 Is a Great Entry-Way Into Motorcycling

Yamaha has quite a diverse motoring portfolio. The Japanese company makes ATVs, electric motors, and even briefly dabbled in cars. But in the US, the brand is perhaps best known for its wide range of motorcycles, which includes cruisers, dirt bikes, touring bikes, and dual sports. And there’s one more bike joining the stable: the …
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