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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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2021 Jeep Gladiator driving through the mountains
Trends

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator is a More Capable Truck Than You Think

You shouldn’t pass on the 2021 Jeep Gladiator because it’s a Jeep truck. It has more muscle than you think for work and play. Once you read about the Gladiator, you may be surprised at how capable it really is.  The 2021 Jeep Gladiator is one capable truck  According to Kelley Blue Book, the Jeep …
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An image of a 2021 Ford F-150 outdoors.
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford F-150 Dominates the Ram TRX as Truck of the Year

According to the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards (NACTOY), the Ford F-150 is the truck of the year. We know that the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX has won other awards, such as the MotorTrend truck of the year, but it isn’t first place here.  The Ford F-150 came in …
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An image of a Tesla Model Y on a stage.
Hybrids & EVs

The Tesla Model Y Offers Useless Third Row Seats

It happened again! Tesla is being wild with brand new ideas. They just offered new third-row seats for the Tesla Model Y. However, this 2021 Tesla model is a bit small, so the seats may only be big enough for very small children.  The 2021 Tesla Model Y offers third-row seats  According to Electrek, you …
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2021 Ford F-150 Tremor
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford F-150 Dropped 5 Features You Might Miss

Your 2021 Ford F-150 may come with less! The Ford F-150 is dropping five features that you may or may not miss. However, you might be able to get them with the 2020 Ford F-150 if they are something you really want.  The 2021 Ford F-150 dropped 5 features  Thanks to Town and Country TV, …
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The Tesla Model Y is the brand's first small electric crossover.
Hybrids & EVs

The 2021 Tesla Model Y Just Got A Major Price Cut

The Ford Mustang Mach-E better watch out! The 2021 Tesla Model Y just got an $8,000 price drop to be more competitive. Will the Mach-E respond to the Telsa Model Y’s lower base model price as their EV battle continues?  The new 2021 Tesla Model Y variant saves $8,000  According to AutoBlog, Tesla just revealed …
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Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro off-roading in dirt
Trucks & SUVs

This Truck is $10k Less Than the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

If you want an incredible off-roading truck, then the 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is an excellent option. However, it could also break the bank. You can save almost $10,000 with another off-roading truck instead.  Save with the 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road The 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro has an MSRP of around $43,960. …
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The 2022 Ford Maverick might be a rip
Trucks & SUVs

The 2022 Ford Maverick is Borrowing From the Escape

Yeehaw, more information about the 2022 Ford Maverick is coming out, and it has us all excited! We just can’t hide it! That’s why we will share all the new facts with you. For example, the Ford Maverick is borrowing components from the Ford Escape.  The 2022 Ford Maverick borrows from the Ford Escape  At …
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The 2020 Ford F-150 races down a sandy road
Trucks & SUVs

Used Ford F-150s Are Incredibly Popular Despite Low-Reliability Ratings

Apparently, used Ford F-150 models can’t be stopped. The Ford F-150 has been the most popular vehicle for over 40 years, but that’s new models. But in 2020, the F-150 was also the most popular used pickup truck.  Why are used Ford F-150 models so popular?  According to iSeeCars, the most popular used vehicle in …
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Tyre Reviews truck tires tested
Trends

Say No to the Donut, Demand A Full Spare Tire Instead

One thing that’s easy to forget about when buying a new vehicle is the spare tire. Depending on if you’re buying a new truck, used SUV, and the trim level you choose, you could get a donut, full spare, or fix a flat and prayers. But you need that full spare for safety.  Why you …
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2020 Ford Expedition Platinum trim model driving in the city
Trucks & SUVs

Save on the 2021 Ford Expedition With Fewer Seats

The 2021 Ford Expedition has an attractive new deal for you. If you’re looking to save on its price, you can go without the third row. Having fewer seats seems to defeat the purpose of the massive Ford Expedition, but you can still enjoy its muscle and cargo capacity.  The 2021 Ford Expedition just got …
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2021 TRD Pro Tundra in the desert
Trucks & SUVs

Will the 2022 Toyota Tundra Outmuscle Rivals?

The old Toyota Tundra is finally getting a makeover. But will the 2022 Toyota Tundra be able to compete with rivals like the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and more? Even the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra have had at least one full-on redesign since the Tundra was last updated.  What to expect with the 2022 …
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2020 Chevy Silverado Duramax Diesel
Trucks & SUVs

The Chevy Silverado Finally Stomped the Ford F-150

It’s no secret that 2020 has been a wild year. It’s even been wild in the truck world, where the Chevy Silverado is finally shaping up against the Ford F-150. But General Motors and the GMC Sierra also deserve credit for selling more units than the F-150 and SuperDuty. Those trucks get to celebrate with …
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Hyundai Santa Cruz Rendering
Trucks & SUVs

The Hyundai Santa Cruz Looks Similar to the Ford Maverick

Are you excited about the compact trucks that are on the way? Both the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz and 2022 Ford Maverick will be here soon. Only, which little truck is worth waiting for? Also, is Hyundai cheating off the new Maverick design?  The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz might have four doors  According to Auto …
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2019 Ford Focus ST Wagon
Midsize

The 2022 Ford Fusion Will Fulfill Your Hatchback Dreams

Do you want a new Ford hatchback? Well, you don’t have to for much longer as the 2022 Ford Fusion makes a return. The Ford Fusion Active could fill the gap in your heart that the Fusion sedan, Fiesta, and Focus left.  The 2022 Ford Fusion was spotted  According to MotorAuthority, a new Ford hatchback …
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Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Isn’t Weakened By Its Unibody Frame

Gasp! The 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a unibody frame. How could it? That’s so UNJEEP. What is it? Like the dang Honda Ridgeline? Alright, before we freak out further, we will take a deep breath because the Jeep Grand Cherokee is still pretty epic without having a body-on-frame design.  The 2021 Jeep Grand …
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Toyota Tacoma blazing through the sand
Trucks & SUVs

The 2020 Toyota Tacoma Can’t Be Caught

It’s too late to hit the gas. The 2020 Toyota Tacoma is already way too ahead of the game to catch up. The Toyota Tacoma had more sales than the Ford Ranger, Chevy Colorado, and GMC Canyon combined.  The 2020 Toyota Tacoma is the best selling midsize truck  While 2020 was a rough year for …
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An image of the Kia Sorento Hybrid on the road.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Kia Sorento PHEV Won’t Solve Its biggest Problem

The 2021 Kia Sorento currently lacks power compared to rivals. However, the Kia Sorento PHEV is on the way. Perhaps the plug-in hybrid version of the refreshed Kia SUV will add a little more muscle.  Will the 2021 Kia Sorento PHEV have more power?  We aren’t saying that the 2021 Kia Sorento is a weak …
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2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk in Snow
Trends

The 2016 Jeep Renegade Handles Snow Like A Pro

If you’re like me, then the thought of driving in the snow is terrifying. But with the 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk, safely getting from point A to point B has never been so reassuring. Check out how the Jeep Renegade handles snow and ice with ease.  The 2016 Jeep Renegade is great in the snow  …
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A silver 2021 Ford F-150 Tremor stands atop a dusty hill
Trends

The Ford F-150 Hybrid Straight Embarrassed the Ram 1500

Ready? Start your hybrid engines! GO!!! The 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid raced the Ram 1500 and blew it away. If you thought the new Hybrid Ford F-150 would be weak, then take a look here. Because it definitely isn’t short on power.  The Ford F-150 Hybrid raced the Ram 1500 We want to give a …
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A silver 2021 Toyota Highlander parked between two trees
Trucks & SUVs

Is the Toyota Grand Highlander Copying Jeep?

The Toyota Grand Highlander is on the way. This will be a grand version of the Toyota Highlander, but where else have we heard ‘Grand’ before? If you said in front of the Cherokee, then you answered this question correctly. This leads us to the next question. Is Toyota copying the Jeep Grand Cherokee L?  …
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