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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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A red 2021 Ford F-150 Diesel Lariat parked on display with trees in the background
Trucks & SUVs

Is the Pickup Truck Shortage Getting Worse?

It might be a bad time to buy a truck. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak led to a pickup truck shortage in 2020 that we are still facing. Now the global computer ship shortage may cause more delays.  Is a larger pickup truck shortage coming?  Maybe. According to CNN, the global computer chip shortage is …
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A grey and black 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 turbo-diesel pickup truck driving off-road, kicking up sand
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Chevy Colorado Z2R Struggles in Mud

For some reason, the 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 has been on the back burner. It’s a little ignored as a midsize off-roading truck. Sure, it’s not the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon or Toyota Tacoma, but let’s see what the Chevy Colorado Z2R can do in the slush anyways.  Is the 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 good for …
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a white 2021 Sequoia driving on a dirt road
Trucks & SUVs

Does the 2021 Toyota Sequoia Deserve Last Place?

We noticed that the 2021 Toyota Sequoia has been on the back burner. But what’s the deal? The Toyota Sequoia is another beastly Toyota model to enjoy. I’ve never seen anyone drive a Sequoia without a smile, so what’s the deal here?  Does the 2021 Toyota Sequoia deserve to be in last place?  According to …
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An image of a red 2021 Chevrolet Silverado on a dirt road.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Chevy Silverado Has 3 Redeeming Qualities

The 2021 Chevy Silverado hasn’t been receiving the most love. But it’s still a good truck. If you don’t want to wait for the 2021 Ford F-150 or Ram 1500, then consider the 2021 Chevy Silverado instead. It has a few underrated qualities.  Is the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 a good truck?  Of course, the …
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A Damaged GMC Terrain after falling for the second story
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This GMC Terrain Tumbled From the Second Story

We have some good news and some bad news. The bad news is that the GMC Terrain can’t fly. But the good news is that it’s pretty safe and sturdy. The GMC Terrain managed to protect a woman after falling from the upper level of a parking garage.  The GMC Terrain took a tumble  According …
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2023 Volkswagen Amarok Rendering
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Is the 2023 Volkswagen Amarok Coming to America?

The 2023 Volkswagen Amarok is a mid-size truck that’s starting to look pretty good. However, the new Volkswagen Amarok could just be another cool version of the Ford Ranger that we can’t have. We hope the VW Amarok makes it to the United States.  Is the 2021 Volkswagen Amarok coming to America?  Maybe! The 2023 …
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A blue 2021 Ford Escape compact SUV travels on a winding road through pine trees
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The 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Beats the Toyota Highlander?

Are we sleeping on the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid? It’s possible because the Ford Escape Hybrid just outranked the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, and that’s pretty shocking news. Let’s dig into what the Escape has on the Highlander.  The 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid vs. the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid According to U.S. News, the 2021 …
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An image of a brown Chevrolet Tahoe parked outside.
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Recall Alert: The 2021 Chevy Tahoe, Suburban, and More Have Faulty Seat Belts

Hopefully, for General Motors’ sake, the second time is the charm. GM is issuing a second recall for faulty seatbelts. The 2021 Chevy Tahoe, Chevy Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and GMC Yukon may have malfunctioning seat belts.  GM recall for the 2021 Chevy Tahoe, Suburban, and more  According to Cars.com, General Motors is issuing their second …
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A dark-gray 2021 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV parallel-parked outside a stone office building as two businesspeople walk by
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The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Dominates the Honda CR-V

Sorry, Honda CR-V, there’s a new leader in town. The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is currently ranking above the 2021 Honda CR-V. But this was a little surprising. It made us wonder what the Mazda CX-5 has on the CR-V.  The 2021 Mazda CX-5 vs. the 2021 Honda CR-V  According to CNET, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 …
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The 2022 GMC Terrain driving down the street
Trucks & SUVs

The 2022 GMC Terrain AT4 Provides Off-Roading Upgrades

The 2022 GMC Terrain just got a pretty nice refresh. Along with receiving an interior refresh and updated tech, the new 2022 GMC Terrain AT4 trim has been added to the lineup. Now GMC’s smallest SUV can be off-roading oriented.  What’s new for the 2022 GMC Terrain?  The 2022 GMC Terrain has a slightly updated …
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The 2021 Chevy Tahoe z71 driving through the city
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The 2021 Chevy Tahoe Just Outranked the Ford Expedition

Wait, what? The 2021 Chevy Tahoe just outranked the 2021 Ford Expedition? But the Ford Expedition has been the king! How did the Chevy Tahoe manage to finally take this rival down? Also, will Ford answer?  The 2021 Chevy Tahoe vs. the 2021 Ford Expedition  According to U.S. News, the 2021 Chevy Tahoe just outranked the …
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The GM Zhengtu driving on the road
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The New GM Truck Isn’t the Compact Option We Want

General Motors has been making a few unique vehicles with its joint-venture brand, Wuling Motors. One of the new GM trucks includes the Zhengtu, which is a compact option. However, this GM truck isn’t the compact option we want.  The new GM truck is compact and cheap  Don’t get jealous about the new GM truck. …
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2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe driving on road
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Does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Have a Good Range?

It seems like the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is on the back burner. More attention has been on the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 and Jeep Gladiator. But does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe deserve more attention? Does it have enough range to be worth buying?  Is the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe worth buying?  Yes, the …
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Subaru EV Rendering
Trucks & SUVs

The Subaru Forester EV Could Be Lightyears Away

It seems like most auto manufacturers are doing some sort of hustle. They want to point to each of their models and say it’s electric! But the Subaru Forester EV might not join the party for a while. But why is the Subaru Forester EV so far behind? Where is the Subaru Forester EV?  According …
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The Jeep Magneto EV concept in Moab
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Wait, the Jeep Magneto Is a Stick Shift EV?

The 2021 Jeep Easter Safari spawned an exciting gathering of Jeeps, including the Jeep Magneto, which is a real game-changer. The Jeep Magneto is a stick-shift EV. If you found this information to be shocking, you aren’t alone.  The Jeep Magneto Stick-Shift EV Concept  Say what? The Jeep Magneto concept is a stick-shift EV? According …
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A blue 2021 Ford F-150 Lariat four-door pickup truck traveling on a two-lane highway past fields and trees
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The 2021 Ford F-150 Is Struggling With the Chip Shortage

Oh no, the 2021 Ford F-150 is in even more trouble. After being delivered with premature rust, now the Ford F-150 is facing delays due to the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage. The delays are even causing shift shortages.  More 2021 Ford F-150 problems  According to Cars.com, production of the 2021 Ford F-150 is being delayed …
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A red 2021 Mazda CX-5 driving down a city road with a building and tree in the background
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The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Has 1 Frustrating Problem

Everything is going great for the 2021 Mazda CX-5, right? Well, mostly. When critics provide their 2021 Mazda CX-5 review, they are noticing one frustrating feature. Check out what one potential drawback with this SUV could be.  Is the 2021 Mazda CX-5 a good SUV?  Yes, it’s one of the best SUV options available right …
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A grey and black 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 turbo-diesel pickup truck driving off-road, kicking up sand
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The 2021 Chevy Colorado Took the Ford Ranger Down

There is a new sheriff in town. The 2021 Chevy Colorado just outranked the 2021 Ford Ranger on the list of best midsize pickup trucks. The rivalry between Ford and Chevy remains strong even when it comes to smaller trucks. But what exactly does the Chevrolet Colorado have on the Ford Ranger?  The 2021 Chevy …
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The 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD parked in sand
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Why is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner in Last Place?

Usually, the Toyota 4Runner is a winner. It’s one of the most rusted SUVs available. But the 2021 Toyota 4Runner just landed in the last place on a list of the best-midsized SUVs. There have to be worse options, right?  Is the 2021 Toyota 4Runner a good SUV?  Of course, the 2021 Toyota 4Runner is …
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A silver 2021 Toyota Highlander Platinum AWD midsize SUV parked on a narrow road overgrown with trees and grass
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The 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Dominates the Ford Explorer

We are celebrating a victory for the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. But this victory comes at the expense of the 2021 Ford Explorer Hybrid, which came in the last place. Check out why the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is the best hybrid or electric SUV for families.  The 2021 Toyota Highlander wins best hybrid or electric …
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