Matthew Skwarczek

Ypsilanti

Car and Driver Research Editor at Hearst

30, he/him. Talking cars and science, geeking out over D&D and anime. Research Editor for Hearst Autos, @CARandDRIVER @RoadandTrack . Views are my own.

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2026 BMW R12 G/S Stokes an Icon’s Enduring Spirit

3 weeks ago | caranddriver.com | Matthew Skwarczek

The 2026 BMW R12 G/S is a new motorcycle that continues the legacy of the original R80 G/S. BMW claims the 505-pound retro bike can hit 60 mph in 4.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of over 124 mph. Starting at $17,090, BMW says the R12 G/S will arrive in dealers in the third quarter of this year. In the world of motorcycle adventures, few names carry as much weight as BMW GS.
2026 BMW R12 G/S Stokes an Icon’s Enduring Spirit

3 weeks ago | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Matthew Skwarczek

• None The 2026 BMW R12 G/S is a new motorcycle that continues the legacy of the original R80 G/S. • None BMW claims the 505-pound retro bike can hit 60 mph in 4.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of over 124 mph. • None Starting at $17,090, BMW says the R12 G/S will arrive in dealers in the third quarter of this year. In the world of motorcycle adventures, few names carry as much weight as BMW GS.
View Photos of the 2024 Kia EV9 Land AWD

2 months ago | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Michael Simari |Andi Hedrick |Matthew Skwarczek

It's time for another EV to join our stable of 40,000-mile test vehicles. The 2024 Kia EV9 Land AWD is our first long-term three-row electric SUV, and we're excited to see how it holds up over our yearlong real-world test. You Might Also Like• Car and Driver’s 10 Best Cars through the Decades• How to Buy or Lease a New Car
2024 LiveWire S2 Del Mar EV Motorcycle Is a Silent Gray Hooligan

Sep 26, 2024 | msn.com | Matthew Skwarczek

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2024 LiveWire S2 Del Mar EV Motorcycle Is a Silent Gray Hooligan

Sep 26, 2024 | caranddriver.com | Matthew Skwarczek

"Hardly-Davidson." Even within Car and Driver, the LiveWire S2 Del Mar can't escape the sigh-inducing appellation. But judging the electric motorcycle by traditional Harley standards, much like assuming all H-D owners are try-hard Hells Angels cosplayers, does it a disservice. Because it's technically not a Harley-Davidson. And while it references some of the Bar and Shield's past and present, the Del Mar is a step toward LiveWire's future.
View Photos of the 2024 LiveWire S2 Del Mar EV Motorcycle

Sep 26, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Matthew Skwarczek |Michael Simari

LiveWire is Harley-Davidson's dedicated EV brand, and the S2 Del Mar is the second entry in the lineup and rides on a new modular platform that we suspect will spawn additional variants in the years to come. You Might Also Like• None Car and Driver’s 10 Best Cars through the Decades• None How to Buy or Lease a New Car
Car Power Outlet Can't Charge Anything? Here's How to Replace It

Jun 21, 2024 | motorbiscuit.com | Matthew Skwarczek

Whether you use it to charge your phone or run a dashcam, your car’s power outlet is a useful accessory. So, it’s incredibly frustrating when it stops working. However, you don’t necessarily have to go to a mechanic to get it fixed. With just a few hand tools, you can replace a broken power outlet — also known as a 12-volt adapter — in your own garage or driveway. And don’t worry, there’s no complicated electrical wiring work involved.
The Ford Contour SVT Is the Forgotten Blue Oval BMW

Jun 14, 2024 | motorbiscuit.com | Matthew Skwarczek

Whether it’s the regular 3 Series or the M3, BMW’s iconic sports sedan is a performance benchmark for a reason. And it’s one many other automakers have tried to meet or beat. For example, Lexus has the IS F Sport, while Cadillac has its CT4-V sedans. And at the tail end of the 1990s, Ford tried taking it on with the Contour SVT. For those who understandably forgot about the Contour, it was a North American version of the Mondeo sedan Ford sold overseas.
1989 Lamborghini Countach Still Has What It Takes to Blow Your Mind

Jun 6, 2024 | motorbiscuit.com | Matthew Skwarczek

1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition article highlights:Few cars command as much attention as a 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary EditionYouTube team Throttle House drove one and called it “the most physical, intense driving experience [they’ve] ever had”These wild, raw 1980s supercars are going up in value because of their looks, performance, and cultural impactWhat makes a car iconic? Though you can classify classic cars by age, ‘icon’ status is much harder to earn.
The Honda Beat Is a Mid-Engine, Pocket-Sized JDM Miata

Jun 3, 2024 | motorbiscuit.com | Matthew Skwarczek

Mazda isn’t the only Japanese automaker with an influential sports car. Honda has created its fair share as well. The S2000 competed directly with the Miata, and the NSX proved that supercars could genuinely be daily-drivable. But, as with the first Civic Type R and Nissan Skyline GT-R, some sporty JDM cars are only now becoming available in the US. Including a pint-sized, mid-engine alternative to the Miata: the Honda Beat. The Honda Beat is what’s known as a kei car, or keijidosha, CarBuzz reports.