Richard Sachek
Location
Colorado, United States
School
University Of Miami
Expertise
Contemporary And Classic Automobiles, Motorcycles, Commercial Aircraft
- For many years, Richard was a hardcore audiophile and even started a business that produced interconnect and speaker cables. Nowadays, he just streams audio like everyone else.
- He owned his first car before he was old enough to drive. His eclectic tastes range from a mild infatuation with C3 Corvettes to Jeep Wranglers to German marques like Porsche and BMW. His wife was relieved when he branched out into collecting wristwatches because they take up much less space than cars.
- Richard is a prolific traveler and has visited over 35 countries. Some of his most memorable experiences include going on Safari in South Africa, hiking Huayna Picchu in Peru, and a helicopter tour of Franz Josef Glacier in New Zealand.
Experience
Richard is a writer with a particular interest in all things automotive. Although he is relatively new to the industry, he has been a regular contributor to TopSpeed.com and MyCarMakesNoise.com. His infatuation with cars started at an early age, building plastic models. In adulthood, he has owned dozens of cars and motorcycles including classic Corvettes, a Porsche 911, and multiple Jeep Wranglers. Reluctantly, he is also developing a budding curiosity for EVs and other zero-emission vehicles.
Education
Richard completed a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Miami.
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Stories By Richard Sachek
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If you're in the market for a used car that'll be reliable for the long haul, you're likely considering a Toyota Corolla. Here's what to look for when shopping.
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The United States Postal Service has operated a fleet of the same model of delivery vehicle for over 30 years, and still remain reliable even to this day.
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Modern British aircraft carriers look a bit different. They have two large structures on top instead of just one. Why is that, and how is it beneficial?
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Before SUVs were the huge market they are today, Dodge produced the Ramcharger, a four-wheel-drive beast with a removable top. Why did Dodge discontinue it?
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In the '90s, Toyota released the 1JZ and the 2JZ, which they largely didn't use in the U.S. Now they're quite popular, and we've put them head to head.
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The Z/28 Camaro stormed onto the scene in the late 1960s, initially bringing with it a small-block engine that propelled the model to success.
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Years after Tupac Shakur was killed in a Las Vegas drive-by shooting, the BMW 750iL he sat in has survived, commanding a hefty (arguably absurd) price tag.
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Since 'The Roadie' appeared on Season 12 of Shark Tank, SparkCharge has been busy expanding its innovative charging solution for electric vehicles.
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Largely unknown in America today, Mazda once had a mini-truck that it sold for decades outside of the U.S. called the B2200. Mazda needs to bring it back.
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Porsche has unveilved its Vision 357 Speedster EV. With an aesthetic that pays homage to the original Porsche 356 Roadster, it's a shame this is only a concept.
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While the outgoing Ford Fiesta is presumably being replaced by larger vehicles and EVs, Ford Europe has not ruled out an electric return for the subcompact.
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Helping power one of the fastest production cars ever developed, BMW's V12 engine received a massive jump in power from its luxury barge origins.
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Engine swaps aren't only for hot-rodding classic cars, as plenty of other makes and models can see new life from plopping a V8 in the engine bay.
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Porsche has kept its 911 designation for nearly six decades, but it hasn't always been the exact same car. Each subsequent model made it better and better.
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The Su-47 was an ambitious project by the Soviet Union that would deliver a highly maneuverable fighter jet to the Russian Air Force. Here's what we know.
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When your check engine light comes on, it can be tough to figure out why. Since the mid-'90s, though, most cars are made with OBD ports that make things easier.
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The MQ-9 dirt landing builds on the success of another Reaper drone that set down on a rural highway.
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During its NASCAR and Le Mans days, Ford's 427 big block engine quickly became a powerhouse (and an enemy) on the track thanks to its incredible power.
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Yet another major car manufacturer, Polestar, has announced plans to swap to Tesla's North American Charging Standard plugs. They're far from the only ones.
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In the '90s, Dodge pulled itself from obscurity with Ram and its fresh, aerodynamic styling. These are some of the best engines offered in the pickup trucks.
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VW has used electrification to bring back old-school favorites like the Bus, but an even more iconic model from the German automaker is being left behind.
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Sport tourers share many elements with their sport bike counterparts. Creature comforts aside, are they able to compete when it comes to raw speed?
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Its manufacturing period took place in the middle of the Vietnam War but in reality, the M60 saw very limited use in that conflict.
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After several of Nikola's Tre electric vehicles caught on fire at its factory, the company suspects the source of the fire may have been criminal.
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A pyrotechnic battery disconnect could become important EV safety tech, which could immediately protect passengers in the event of an issue or accident.
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The Toyota Hilux went through some amazing changes throughout its life cycle. Here's look at this "high luxury" pickup truck through the years.
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Like an electric Transit van on steroids, Ford's Supervan has undergone some significant changes to prepare for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.