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Allison Barfield

Allison Barfield is a MotorBiscuit Staff Writer and covers all things Trucks and SUVs. She covers Stellantis regularly, including Dodge, Ram, and Jeep vehicles. Allison graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Media Arts. She’s spent the last several years testing new cars for MotorBiscuit and writing about their pros and cons. Her dog, Bruce, often joins her on test drives.

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Is the Subaru Wilderness Truck What Fans Really Want?

The Subaru Wilderness truck would have to make up for some of the issues that the Subaru Baja faced. It was too small and a little expensive. It failed to offer a luxury interior with its price. It just didn’t sell well, which is unfortunate because it held its value well. 
This is a photo of the GMC Hummer EV during tests in Michigan. The Edition 1 was recently tested by electric pickup enthusiast Jay Leno.

The GMC Hummer EV Has Classic Drawbacks to Consider

Years after being discontinued, the GMC Hummer is making its return. While we were initially shocked by the new GMC Hummer EV, we were also excited. But this Hummer truck remains true to its roots, which could be good and bad.  The GMC Hummer EV may struggle with older problems  At first, the Hummer blew …
The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV parked outside

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Is Solving 1 Crucial Issue

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is expected to gain a larger gas tank. This will increase this SUV’s overall range. It could have more power too. The current model has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors. They combine forces to generate 221 hp.
Blue 2022 Land Rover Range Rover parked next to an infinity swimming pool

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Only Looks Familiar

er turbocharged inline-six that’s paired with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. This setup generates 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. You can upgrade to the new 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine for 523 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. 
The 2023 Kia Sportage on a mountain road

The 2023 Kia Sportage Just Upstaged the Seltos

The 2023 Kia Sportage only has one engine option for now. The 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine generates 187 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. This engine is also used in the Hyundai Tucson. Hybrid options are expected to arrive later. 
Yellow Ford Maverick driving on the road

The Ford Maverick Hybrid Apologizes With a FITS Kit

FITS kits are not unique to the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid. FITS stands for Ford Integrated Tether System. It consists of T-shaped slots that accept multiple Ford accessories. It also allows owners to 3D-print and design custom pieces. 
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X parked in the mountains.

The 2022 GMC Sierra AT4X Has One Crucial Advantage

The 2022 GMC Sierra AT4X is loaded with screens. You’ll find a brand new 13.4-inch diagonal, horizontal touchscreen and a 12.3-inch diagonal configurable instrument cluster. With the 15-inch color head-up display, this makes over 40 inches of visual display. 
A white 2022 GMC Sierra AT4 is parked in the woods, it's made for off-roading.

The GMC Sierra 1500 Can’t Keep up With Demand

The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 may not face as many production delays as the outgoing model. The semiconductor shortage could be rebounding by the time this refreshed truck enters production around the first quarter of the year.
2022 Ram 2500 HD parked in gravel

Recall Alert: Ram Heavy-Duty Trucks Are Catching on Fire

Over 131,000 Ram heavy-duty trucks are being recalled because the intake heater grid poses a potential fire risk. Trucks at risk include the model year 2021 - 2022 Ram 2500 and 3500 HD trucks. The recall also involves 3500, 4500, and 5500 chassis cabs that are equipped with the Cummins 6.7-liter turbo-diesel engine. 
A black 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate.

The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Just Raised the Bar

With the new 2022 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate, you get a dark Vader chrome exterior trim and 22-inch rims buoyed by adaptive dampers. The interior features leather-wrapped everything with open-pore wood and a microsuede headliner. 
A silver Tesla Cybertruck driving around a track.

Is the Tesla Cybertruck Getting Canceled?

But it could be messy to cancel the Tesla Cybertruck now. It has about one million preorders. The $100 deposit is fully refundable if you decide to back out. However, refunding an alleged one million preorders sounds expensive. 
A black 2022 Toyota Tundra parked in a desert.

The 2022 Toyota Tundra Got Serious Suspension Upgrades

The 2022 Toyota Tundra SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, and 1794 trims have the base setup. It includes double wishbones in the front that are new but similar to the outgoing model. The back has outboard coil springs and a multilink architecture with a solid axle.
The 2022 Kia Sportage on a dirt road

You Might Want to Pass on the 2022 Kia Sportage

The 2022 Kia Sportage has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 181 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. You can upgrade to the 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine for 240 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. It’s unclear if these engines will be carried over.