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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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Mini Cooper SE Electric parked in the city
Midsize SUVs

3 Reasons to Avoid the 2021 Mini Cooper

What’s up with the Mini Cooper these days? Is it still a popular compact convertible? At one point, they were cool enough to be in, ‘An Italian Job,’ a bank robbery movie. So, what happened? Why aren’t people into the 2021 Mini Cooper?  Reasons to avoid the 2021 Mini Cooper  1. The Mini Cooper is …
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A gold and white 2021 Bronco looks race prepared.
Trucks & SUVs

5 Fun 2021 Ford Bronco Facts

There is no way you’re all Ford Broncoed out yet. The 2021 Ford Bronco is still new and exciting, with more facts being rolled out every day. It’s time to take a break from the same old type stuff of the Ford Bronco being tested on Jeep trails to share some facts that you probably …
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2020 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss off-roading
Trucks & SUVs

Where is the Chevy Silverado Off-Roading Truck?

Is Chevrolet going to step up their game and enter the ring with other full-sized off-roading trucks? Ford has the infamous Ford Raptor, and now there is the Ram 1500 TRX, so where is the Chevy Silverado 1500 dinosaur truck?  Is the Chevy Silverado good for off-roading?  Don’t count the Chevy Silverado 1500 out for …
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2020 two-door Ford Bronco off-roading
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford Bronco Raptor Might Be a Hybrid

Yes, you read that correctly. We said Ford Bronco Raptor. Also, there’s finally been an update as to where the Hybrid Ford Bronco is. If this intro doesn’t have enough meat to hook you, we can throw out another fun fact. The Ford Bronco Hybrid could have up to 450 hp.  The Ford Bronco Raptor …
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Hyundai Kona driving down country road
Trucks & SUVs

Actually, the Hyundai Kona Is Worth Your Attention

In the world of compact SUVs, people keep looking at the Nissan Kicks, Kia Soul, or Jeep Renegade instead of the Hyundai Kona, which is a shame, because the 2020 Hyundai Kona is underrated.  Is the Hyundai Kona a good SUV?  Yes, the Hyundai Kona is a great SUV. It starts around $20k, making it …
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2021 Ram 1500 TRX front view
Trucks & SUVs

The Ram 1500 TRX Isn’t the Ford Raptor Killer

ROAAAAAAR, it’s a battle of the dinosaurs! The Ram 1500 TRX is here to fight the Ford Raptor. TRX is pronounced like t-rex by the way, so the Ram 1500 TRX can throw up a proper fight against the Ford Raptor off-roading truck. But which one is better?  The Ford Raptor vs. Ram Rebel TRX  …
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2021 Mazda Carbon Edition
Trucks & SUVs

The Mazda CX-5 Thinks Grey Is the New Black

Generally, Mazda focuses on trying to stand out from the crowds with unique features instead of following the pack. You could call Mazda the black sheep of the automobile family, but it’s actually the grey on instead as Mazda releases the Carbon Edition paint for the CX-5, CX-9, and Mazda6 instead of doing some type …
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Blue 2021 Alpina XB7 parked on display
Trucks & SUVs

Sorry, This 2021 BMW Model Is Already Sold Out

Do you want the 2021 BMW Alpina XB7? Well, our apologies. This BMW model is completely sold out. However, maybe you can get a used model one day. Just not anytime soon, because production for preorders hasn’t started yet.  The 2021 BMW Alpina XB7 is sold out  To be fair, it’s pretty challenging to get …
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2021 Toyota Venza front view
Trucks & SUVs

The Toyota Venza Doesn’t Have Much Negative Feedback

The 2021 Toyota Venza is hitting the streets, meaning people are finally able to give this revived SUV a whirl. The Toyota Venza is receiving a lot of praise so far, with minimal negative aspects. Check out why what’s bad isn’t exactly a deal-breaker.  2021 Toyota Venza review  The experts at Cars.com got their hands …
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2020 Kia Telluride driving down paved road
Trucks & SUVs

The Honda Pilot Suffers Another Loss To the Kia Telluride

It’s been a wild year for SUVs in 2020. The Kia Telluride and the new Ford Bronco are here to steal the show. One SUV that has been suffering, as a result, is the 2020 Honda Pilot, which just landed another second-place spot against the 2020 Kia Telluride.  The Kia Telluride tops the Honda Pilot …
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2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
Trucks & SUVs

Don’t Overpay for Your Jeep Gladiator

We know that you don’t want to wait any longer to buy the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. If you like this truck, nothing else compares, even after seeing the new Ford Bronco. However, due to truck shortages, the Jeep Gladiator might have a high markup price.  Don’t overpay for the 2020 Jeep Gladiator  Due to the …
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2021 Nissan Rogue on street
Trucks & SUVs

Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue Overpriced?

It’s no secret that the prices of SUVs are going up. Especially as more vehicles like the Hyundai Santa Fe try to become more luxurious to compete against the Toyota RAV4. However, what about the 2021 Nissan Rogue? Is it overpriced or perfect for its value?  Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue a good SUV?  It’s …
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A person testing driving a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon at an auto show
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Jeep Wrangler Gains Much Needed Speed and Tech

We know the new Ford Bronco is cool and all, but you can’t count the 2021 Jeep Wrangler out yet. The Wrangler just got some awesome features that the 2020 model was sorely missing. Check out how the 2021 Jeep Wrangler just received significant upgrades.  The 2021 Jeep Wrangler gains new features  The 2021 Jeep …
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A yellow 2021 Bronco climbing some intense boulders
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford Bronco Tried Moab Rock Crawling

The new Ford Bronco is here, and people have been putting it to the test. The 2021 Ford Bronco was recently spotted trying to climb over rocks in Moab, Utah, which is Jeep Wrangler territory. Check out how well it performed.  The 2021 Ford Bronco crawled over rocks in Moab  We apologize, this clip shows …
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The Toyota 4Runner displayed at the Annual Chicago Auto Show
Trucks & SUVs

The 2015 Toyota 4Runner Could Come With Frustrating Issues

Saving with a used Toyota 4Runner is a smart way to save some money, has these long-lasting SUVs can make it over 300k miles. However, the trick is to avoid purchasing a used Toyota 4Runner model that’s a lemon, and the 2015 Toyota 4Runner has the highest risk of involving expensive issues.  The 2015 Toyota …
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2019 Dodge Durango SRT towing a boat down a country road
Trucks & SUVs

The Dodge Durango Blazes Past the Toyota Highlander

We have a battle of the three-row family SUVs today. The underdog known as the 2020 Dodge Durango is taking on the 2020 Toyota Highlander. Even though the Dodge Durango has more awards, the Toyota Highlander is a more popular option, so let’s learn why.  Dodge Durango vs. Toyota Highlander  The 2020 Dodge Durango is …
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2020 Ford Explorer Platinum parked in snow
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford Explorer Just got Cheaper

KA-CHING. That is the sound of savings because the 2021 Ford Explorer just got cheaper. While other vehicles are going up in price for 2021, the Ford Explorer is getting a decrease. Check out what savings you can take advantage of.  The 2021 Ford Explorer has a reduced price  Exciting news, the 2021 Ford Explorer …
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A red 2020 Nissan Frontier on display at a car show
Trucks & SUVs

The Worst Used Nissan Frontier Years to Never Buy

Sure, the Nissan Frontier is an excellent truck. It’s economical and gets the job done. You can even get a used Nissan Frontier for a great price. However, make sure you get the right used model. Some Nissan Frontier model years have expensive issues and need to be avoided.  The worst used Nissan Frontier models  …
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