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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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White-and-red-striped 2020 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works driving through a forest

The Mini Cooper Is Getting Large and in Charge

Yes, you read that correctly. The Mini Cooper is getting bigger. This seems to be the exact opposite of what’s expected for the classic, tiny SUV. That’s because the Mini Cooper Countryman is just too small.  The Mini Cooper is getting larger  The name Mini could be dropped from the upcoming larger SUV because the …
silver Super Duty Ford truck in the dirt

The Ford F-150 Tremor Will Make You Forget the Raptor

The 2021 Ford F-150 Tremor was spotted in the wild, and it’s bringing everything that makes the Super Duty Tremor significant to the F-150. The Ford F-150 Tremor package might make you forget about the new Ford Raptor.  The 2021 Ford F-150 Tremor was spotted  Tim Esterdahl of PickupTruckTalk got a few spy shots of …
eCrate 1977 Chevy Blazer Concept parked on road

The New Chevy K5 Blazer You Actually Want Might Happen

The classic SUVs have been making their return as stronger, modern options. The new Ford Bronco is back, and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer is coming. But what happened with the Chevy Blazer? Fans didn’t get the classic version they wanted, but now a new Chevrolet K5 Blazer could be on the way.  Will the Chevy …
A red 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid at sunset with its lights on

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Has 1 Annoying Feature

Uh oh, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has one annoying feature that could make it irritating to drive. You usually don’t hear about a Toyota being irritating, but as the RAV4 joins the impressive Toyota lineup of hybrid vehicles, it got an annoying change.  Driving the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is irritating  So, while reading …
A custom Jeep Wrangler on the set of a TV show

The Jeep Wrangler Just Took the Toyota Tacoma Down

Don’t call it a comeback. The Jeep Wrangler was never gone. The Jeep Wrangler just took the Toyota Tacoma down as the best vehicle to keep for five years. It’s almost unfair to compare the two, as the Tacoma is a truck, but the Wrangler stole first place anyway.  The Jeep Wrangler has the lowest …
2020 Nissan Frontier Nismo

The 2021 Nissan Frontier Will Change the Truckin’ Game

We know the Nissan Frontier doesn’t seem too exciting. It’s had the same look for years. It’s just a reliable work truck that you can get at an economical price. What’s the big whoop? The totally redesigned 2021 Nissan Frontier is the big whoop.  What’s new for the 2021 Nissan Frontier  Whoop, there it is! …
2021 Ram 1500 TRX racing through sand

The Electric Ram 1500 Truck is Late to the Party

We were just talking about how the Ram 1500 TRX has a terrible fuel economy with an EPA estimated 12 mpg. I guess this made Ram realize that they are behind on the trend of going electric because the Ram 1500 Electric truck is coming.  The Ram 1500 Electric truck is on the way  Ram …
2021 Hyundai Tucson parked on street

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson Just Outranked the Ford Escape

Say what now? The 2021 Hyundai Tucson just outranked the 2021 Ford Escape? That’s pretty surprising. Generally, the Hyundai Tucson has mixed reviews, while drivers have excellent things to say about the Ford Escape.  2021 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2021 Ford Escape  According to CarAndDriver, the 2021 Hyundai Tucson is a better SUV option than the Ford …
A photo of the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX outdoors.

The Ram 1500 TRX Will Cost Extra at the Fuel Pump

The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is a thirsty boi. But this shouldn’t be a surprise. Ram created a truck with a massive amount of power, so it drinks a lot of gas. But the amount of gas the Ram 1500 TRX drinks is still shocking.  The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX has a terrible fuel economy  …
2018 Nissan LEAF parked outside

Replacing the Nissan Leaf Battery Is Insanely Expensive

The Nissan Leaf is one of the most popular EV SUVs you can buy. But while your Nissan Leaf saves you from the cost of fuel, for now, the battery could be incredibly expensive to replace later. Please take this as a fair warning when it comes to purchasing an electric vehicle.  The Nissan Leaf …
2020 Toyota Highlander in a park

This Dangerous 2020 Toyota Highlander Airbag Problem Finally Got a Recall

Warning, your 2020 Toyota Highlander may be at risk of having faulty airbags. Toyota just issued the recall in order to keep drivers and their passengers safe. Be sure to see if your Toyota Highlander needs to be fixed.  2020 Toyota Highlander recall for faulty airbags  Both the 2020 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid are …
2020 Ford Expedition driving on street

The 2022 Ford Expedition is Finally Getting New Looks

Y’all, it’s finally happening! The 2022 Ford Expedition is getting new looks. It’s about time. The Ford Expedition is the most popular SUV; however, its older looks could put it behind the competition.  The 2022 Ford Expedition gets a new look  In 2017, the fourth-generation Ford Expedition was introduced as a 2018 model. That doesn’t …
2021 Toyota Venza parked

The 2021 Toyota Venza Has 1 Major Issue for Families

The 2021 Toyota Venza just joined the hybrid party. Toyota already has eight hybrids, so the Venza should have some unique features to excel past the competition. However, it may not compete well as a family hauler because the Toyota Venza hybrid has a problem for families.  The 2021 Toyota Venza is small  Please keep …
A photo of the 2020 Ford Bronco outdoors.

You Might Not Get the Ford Bronco You Ordered

Ever since the new Ford Bronco made its debut, we’ve been eagerly waiting for production to start. However, as Ford prepares to start building the 2021 Ford Bronco, changes are continuing to be made. So, there is a slight risk of not receiving the exact model you ordered.  The 2021 Ford Bronco keeps changing  Holy …
2020 Nissan Frontier parked in grass

The 2019 Nissan Frontier is More Dependable Than the Toyota Tacoma

If you’re looking at slightly older trucks, it may be a safer bet to consider the 2019 Nissan Frontier instead of the Toyota Tacoma. The Nissan Frontier ranks as a more dependable option than the Toyota Tacoma, meaning it may have fewer problems.  The 2019 Nissan Frontier is more reliable than the Toyota Tacoma  According …
A gray 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid towing a boat

Do You Really Need an RV Over the 2021 Ford F-150?

Critics are finally getting the chance to get up close and personal with the 2021 Ford F-150, and they are discovering that you can live in it. The redesigned Ford F-150 seems to encompass a variety of convenient features.  The 2021 Ford F-150 is loaded with convenient features  The folks at PickupTrucks were able to …
2020 Kia Telluride off-roading in the desert

The Kia Telluride Fails to Live up to Its Name

The Kia Telluride has one bold off-roading name that comes from Telluride, Colorado. However, the Kia Telluride isn’t exactly built for off-roading. For true adventuring, you may need another option like the Toyota 4Runner instead.  The Kia Telluride isn’t for off-roading Telluride, Colorado, is a beautiful mountain town that now has multiple safe ways to …
The 2021 Cadillac Escalade is the Brand's largest and most luxurious SUV.

The 2021 Cadillac Escalade Has 3 Disappointing Features

People are hitting the streets in the 2021 Cadillac Escalade, which is always exciting. It’s a freaking caddy, after all. But does the Cadillac Escalade live up to the luxurious hype, or does it let drivers down?  Is the 2021 Cadillac Escalade a good SUV?  Yes, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is a great SUV. It’s …
The GMC Hummer EV is an all-electric pickup truck.

The 2022 Hummer EV Has Misleading Specs

Before you get wrapped up in how epic the 2022 GMC Hummer EV is, take a deep breath and prepare for actual specs. GMC is currently marketing the new Hummer EV with a few figures that could be misleading.  The 2022 GMC Hummer EV is misleading  Before you feel impressed about the 2022 Hummer EV …