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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 Honda Ridgeline parked on dirt trail
Trucks & SUVs

Is the Honda Ridgeline Really Just a Pavement Princess?

Today it’s time to focus on how well the Honda Ridgeline can tackle off-road challenges. Some say that the Honda Ridgeline is just a pavement princess that should stick to the tarmac. Others believe in its capabilities, so let’s see how well it can perform.  Is the Honda Ridgeline a good truck?  Yes, the Honda …
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A blue 2021 Honda HR-V driving in the city
Crossovers

The 2022 HR-V is Trying to Get Sportier

It’s about time! The Honda HR-V is finally being redesigned for 2022. The 2022 Honda HR-V will serve as the smallest SUV that Honda has to offer, and some exciting upgrades are in the works to battle rivals like the Toyota C-HR.  What to expect with the 2022 Honda CR-V  According to Car and Driver, …
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An image of the 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor in the desert.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford Raptor Fails to Meet Ram’s Challenge

The 2021 Ford Raptor just made its debut but it fails to live up to the muscle provided by the Ram 1500 TRX. Ram dared the new Ford Raptor to pop its hood to see which beast has more power, and the Ram 1500 TRX is the beefy winner.  The 2021 Ford Raptor fails to …
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2021 Ford Escape driving up a hill
Crossovers

The 2021 Ford Escape Only Has 1 Frustrating Dealbreaker

The 2021 Ford Escape is a great SUV to consider. There is only one potential drawback to consider with this Ford Bronco Sport sibling. Check out the pros and one potential con of choosing the Ford Escape as your crossover.  The 2021 Ford Escape lacks a quality interior  First of all, we aren’t bashing the …
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airstream trailer parked with a truck
RV

The Airstream Flying Cloud 30FB Office Trailer Makes Working Easier

Get ready to efficiently work from anywhere with the brand new Airstream Flying Cloud 30FB Office. The 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud 30FB Office has a dedicated office space and more for travelers to live, work, and play from the road.  The 2021 Airstream Flying Cloud 30FB Office helps you go remote  The Airstream Flying Cloud …
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A 2020 Ford Expedition parked in front of a haystack
Trucks & SUVs

The 2022 Ford Expedition Gains Much Needed Interior Upgrades

The Ford Expedition is currently the number one SUV you can buy despite feeling a little outdated compared to rivals such as the newly refreshed Chevy Tahoe. But to maintain the crown, the 2022 Ford Expedition is getting a brand new look, inside and out.  What to expect with the 2022 Ford Expedition  Ford has …
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Jeep Gladiator Apocalypse G with 6x6 in parking lot
Trucks & SUVs

Florida Man Turns a Jeep Gladiator Into a 6×6 Monster

A Florida man took a Jeep Gladiator and transformed it into a six-wheel beast. The Jeep Gladiator is already an extremely capable heart, but there’s no way to understand why Florida men do the crazy things that they do. Also, if you like this Gladiator monstrosity, it’s for sale.  The Apocalypse 6×6 Jeep Gladiator  If …
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2021 GMC Canyon AT4 Off-Road Performance Edition takes Canyon’s capability to a higher level with increased protection and maneuverability.
Trucks & SUVs

Aaron Rodgers Was Caught in a GMC Canyon Flexing Beer

I guess when your football season ends, it’s time to party because Aaron Rodgers was spotted in the back of a GMC Canyon flexing beer. The GMC Canyon supposedly belongs to a teammate, and this was a pretty dangerous and irresponsible move.  Aaron Rodgers caught with Bud Light in the back of a GMC Canyon  …
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2021 Hyundai Venue on display
Trucks & SUVs

Why is the 2021 Hyundai Venue Being Ignored?

Why is the 2021 Hyundai Venue on the back burner? Other Hyundai options like the Palisade and Santa Fe are all over the place in the news. Even the Tucson is making headlines. But the Hyundai Venue is being ignored. Let’s discover why.  Is the 2021 Hyundai Venue a good SUV?  Yes, the 2021 Hyundai …
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Red 2021 Kia Sportage drives down a dirt road in a mountainous environment
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Mazda CX-30 Just Suffered a Loss to the Kia Sportage

The 2021 Kia Sportage feels like an underdog against the 2021 Mazda CX-30. You just don’t hear about it as much. But maybe you should learn more about the Kia Sportage as it just outranked the Mazda CX-30 as one of the best new SUVs you can buy for under $25,000.  The 2021 Kia Sportage …
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2021 Kia Seltos driving down urban street
Trucks & SUVs

Avoid the 2021 Kia Seltos S Turbo Trim

The 2021 Kia Seltos is supposed to be a cooler alternative to the Kia Soul. It has a more rugged and less boxy design, which is feeling a little dated for the Soul. But if the base model doesn’t have enough muscle for you, you can upgrade the Kia Seltos S Turbo for more muscle …
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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV parked in front of home
Trucks & SUVs

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Desperately Needs A Comeback

The 2022 Mitusbishi Outlander is almost here. In fact, it should make its debut in about two weeks on February 16th, and there is a lot riding on it. The older Mitsubishi Outlander models really haven’t done so well against competitors.  Will the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander be a better SUV?  According to Car and Driver, …
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A black 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe driving on a highway road
Trucks & SUVs

The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Still Outranks the 2021 Kia Sorento

The 2021 Kia Sorento is supposed to be all that and a bag of chips, but something must be missing. The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe still outranks the new Sorento as a better SUV option for 2021. But what does the Hyundai Santa Fe have that the Sorento doesn’t?  The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe outranks …
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2021 GMC Yukon XL Denali parked outdoors
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 GMC Yukon Just Dethroned the Chevy Tahoe

For the first time in a while, the 2021 Chevy Tahoe needs to move over. The 2021 GMC Yukon AT4 just defeated it to win For Wheeler’s SUV of the year award. See what the GMC Yukon has on the Tahoe.  The 2021 GMC Yukon AT4 wins SUV of the Year  According to Four Wheeler, …
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2019 Kia Niro EV
Hybrids & EVs

The 2020 Kia Niro Is the Affordable Hybrid You Forgot About

A few Kia models like the Telluride and Seltos are hogging the spotlight. Meanwhile, the 2020 Kia Niro has been hanging out in the background. But does the Kia Niro deserve to be placed on the back burner, or does it deserve more respect?  Is the 2020 Kia Niro a good SUV?  According to U.S. …
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2019 Ford Ranger Raptor
Trucks & SUVs

Why Aren’t the Best Ford Ranger Models Available in the U.S?

What the heck y’all?! Did you know there are cooler Ford Ranger models outside of the United States? Australia, for example, has Ford Ranger models with exterior and interior treatments, performance upgrades, and other features that we can’t have in North America yet.  Why aren’t cooler Ford Ranger trucks in the U.S.?  According to AutoBlog, …
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Nissan Frontier on a rocky trail
Trucks & SUVs

After Delays, the 2022 Nissan Frontier is Finally Receiving Updates

Plot twist, the new Nissan Frontier has been delayed. Instead of seeing significant updates for the 2021 model, it’s the same old truck. Now you have to wait for the 2022 Nissan Frontier to come out for updated looks, power, tech, and more.  The 2022 Nissan Frontier will finally be redesigned  We already spent the …
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An image of a 2022 Hyundai Tucson N-Line in a digital studio.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line Lacks 1 Crucial Feature

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line looks great, but unfortunately, an SUV needs a little more than a confident look to impress drivers. Before you get the new Hyundai Tucson, make sure you aren’t fooled by its aggressive looks. It doesn’t have the muscle to back up its new face.  The 2022 Hyundai Tucson N …
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A silver 2020 Toyota Tacoma compact pickup truck parked on display
Trucks & SUVs

Drivers Keep the Toyota Tacoma Longer Than Any Other Truck

The Toyota Tacoma just got another victory. It’s the truck that owners keep for the longest amount of time. You’ve probably heard that the Toyota Tacoma is the best-rugged truck before, and that’s not wrong as these bad boys will last forever.  How reliable is the Toyota Tacoma?  The Toyota Tacoma is very reliable because …
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