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Allison Barfield

Allison Barfield joined MotorBiscuit in 2020 and covers all things trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps. Having grown up on a farm in Rock Hill, South Carolina, she’s no stranger to the “Best in Class” truck and SUV debates; people in her hometown were always gathering to help work on vehicles together, and deliberation would naturally arise.

Allison graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Media Arts. She has helped bring awareness to issues Women In Trucking face and has promoted Truckers Against Trafficking, an anti-trafficking NGO.

A fan of creatively dark literature, Allison appreciates the works of Shirley Jackson and Emily Dickenson. She lives in a mountainous area of the country and enjoys off-roading and camping. Her dog, Bruce, often joins her in testing trucks and SUVs for our site.

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2020 Toyota Sequoia on-road
Trucks & SUVs

The Toyota Sequoia Is the Most Dependable Used SUV

Do you know what you still see on the roads today? Used Toyota Sequoias. Somehow this SUV has found the key to lasting longer. The Toyota Sequoia ranks at 7.35% as one of the most popular vehicles that’s still in use after 200,000 miles. What’s the secret to the Sequoia’s youth?! How Sequoias Out Last …
Nissan Terra
Trucks & SUVs

You Need To See These Major Nissan Xterra Upgrades

Forget everything you know about the Nissan Xterra. It’s receiving some incredible upgrades that may come to the states in 2021. This popular little SUV has been missed since it was discontinued and now gets to delight fans by returning with a boom!  What To Expect With The Return Of The Nissan Xterra  The Nissan …
Trucks & SUVs

Is The Rav4 TRD Really An Upgrade?

As America’s most popular selling compact SUV, the Rav4 is looking to maintain it’s award-winning title into 2020 by continuing to push boundaries. Even though the 2019 model received a redesign and modern updates, Toyota is keeping the steamrolling by releasing the 2020 Rav4 TRD off-roading model. The Rav4 TRD  Off-Roading Specs  The Rav4 is …
Crossovers

How Safe Is The Jeep Renegade?

Jeep is an auto brand that isn’t exactly associated with safety. Its reputation stems from Jeep Wrangler models in the past that weren’t exactly the safest vehicles to be in during collisions and rollovers. So, how does the Jeep Renegade compare? Is this small SUV that’s packed to the rims with attitude a safer pick …
Ford Raptor
Trucks & SUVs

Does The Ford Raptor Live Up To Its Name?

To call something the Raptor, then it has to be cool. It’s a name taken from one of the most famous dinosaurs. So, does the Ford Raptor live up to its name? While it’s a little subjective to compare a truck to a dinosaur, it at least has to be tough, powerful, smart, and sleek. …
Jeep Liberty
Trucks & SUVs

Why These Jeep Models Are The Worst

It’s a Jeep. That means you can trust it, right? Well, maybe. Jeep has been entrusted to produce reliable vehicles for close to a century. However, not all of their experiments are successful. A few Jeep models such as the Liberty, Compass, and even Grand Cherokee have been lemons. Just because the word Jeep hovers …
GMC Sierra
Trucks & SUVs

Three Dangerous Trucks You Need To Avoid

One of the primary reasons leading people to choose trucks is their capability. If you need to haul or tow loads, then obviously you need a truck. However, trucks aren’t the safest vehicles to choose from, so shop wisely by avoiding these most dangerous truck options.  The Most Dangerous Trucks You Need To Avoid  The …
Audi Q7 e-Tron
Trucks & SUVs

The Best Audi Models For Off-Roading

Yes, you can believe your eyes. You may have seen an Audi Q7 or the electric e-Tron SUV hanging with the Jeeps and trucks on off-roading trails. Even though Audi is known for manufacturing luxury cars, they have proven themselves with capable 4×4 models. But how do they stack up against the competition? How Capable …
Kia Soul
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Renegade vs the Kia Soul: Which Is Best?

One has hamsters and the other has iconic X brake lights, while both vehicles provide a fair amount of spunk. When it comes to the Kia Soul Vs The Jeep Renegade, deciding which vehicle is better comes down to their features and your individual needs. The Jeep Renegade vs the Kia Soul  Both vehicles are …
A rearview of a white Ford Escape SUV.
Crossovers

Can The New Ford Escape Go Off-Roading?

With a name like Ford Escape, you expect to see some sort of SUV or truck suited for off-roading. However, the Escape is an angular shaped cross-over that looks like a daily driver, leaving us to wonder how it compares against other off-roading vehicles.  Can The Ford Escape Go Off-Roading?   As far as off-roading Ford …
Jeep Wrangler
Trucks & SUVs

Which Jeep Model Is The Safest?

There are a lot of Jeep models to choose from. There’s the Renegade, Compass, Grand Cherokee, Gladiator, and more. When making your decision on which Jeep to pursue, it can be difficult to get started, but one important factor to consider is safety. Which Jeep Is The Safest?  Since the first Jeeps were introduced as …
Mercedes X-Class
Trucks & SUVs

The Mercedes X-Class Has Been Pulled Early

The Mercedes X-Class has been discontinued before we really got to know it. In less than three years since this luxury truck was introduced, it’s officially saying good bye. This short-lived truck was only introduced two years ago to the Australian market, so what exactly happened? Why The Mercedes X-Class Is Being Discontinued  While BMW …
Jeep Cherokee at show
Trucks & SUVs

Why Did The Jeep Cherokee Turn Into A Premium Crossover?

There are a lot of new Jeep models such as the Liberty and Renegade that are clouding the market. These options are taking away from the originals, like the Cherokee, leaving us to wonder what exactly happened to the Jeep Cherokee? It seemed to suddenly poof from a square, capable vehicle into a premium daily …
Hummer goes off-roading
Trucks & SUVs

Why Hummers Aren’t Necessarily Good For Off-Roading

Sure, the H1 is a successful military-like vehicle used for traversing dunes and Humvees keeps our troops safe in battle, but the H2 isn’t so great. While the Humvee has a massive amount of respect for off-roading, civilian Hummers do not, and here’s why. Why Hummers Aren’t Good For Off-Roading  To be clear, we’re discussing …
Ford F-150 Trucks
Trucks & SUVs

Total Recall, The Ford Horror Story

Ford Motor Company paved the way for vehicles in America with reliable trucks and cars to get from point A to B, however, not all of their innovations have been successful. There have been a few recent major Ford recalls requiring thousands of trucks to be fixed for proper safety on the road. Let’s take …
Jeep Gladiator
Trucks & SUVs

What Value Is Included With the Jeep Gladiator’s Price?

The Jeep Gladiator turns heads as a beastly combination of a Jeep and pick up truck that starts around $33k, which is $2k more than the base Jeep Wrangler model. As higher trim models offer more features and capabilities, the prices quickly rise to upwards of $45k. At these costs, what value is included?  The …
2021 Ford Bronco concept on display
Trucks & SUVs

Will The New Ford Bronco Be Safe?

Several fans are anticipating the release of the new Ford Bronco, but will it be safe? As a cult classic, the Bronco was loved from 1965 to 1996 before being discontinued. Now to many consumer’s delights, the little SUV that could is coming back as a daily driver and off-roading vehicle, despite the safety issues …
Soft Top Jeep Wrangler
Trucks & SUVs

Why You Need To Consider A Soft Top Jeep Wrangler

When it comes to Wranglers there are a variety of choices to make even when it comes to Jeep tops. Do you want a soft top, hardtop, or to go topless? While most people tend to lean towards hardtop options, soft top Jeep Wranglers should be considered for a variety of reasons. Soft Top Jeep …
Ford Ranger Truck Fleet
Trucks & SUVs

The Evolution Of The Ford Ranger Over the Years

The Ford Ranger is most commonly thought of as a compact utility truck. You’re used to seeing fleets of them for electric or other industrial companies, sporting ladders and tools to get work done at various sites. However, the Ford Ranger didn’t start that way. It’s changed over the decades and continues to evolve to …