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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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Hennessey Goliath 800 Chevrolet Silverado
Trucks & SUVs

Recall Alert for Over 7 GM Million Trucks and SUVs With Exploding Airbags

Your General Motors truck could be at risk! GM is issuing a recall for over 7 million pickup trucks, including the Chevy Colorado, GMC Sierra, Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and more due to Takata airbag inflators.  General Motors issues massive recall for Takata airbag inflators  According to AP News, over 27 people have been killed …
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Panoramic view of the white Ford Transit-based 2021 Wonder RL
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Common RV Mistakes That Cops Watch Holiday Travel For

They know when you are speeding, they see when you aren’t wearing your seatbelt, they’ll give you a ticket, ruining how your holiday travel felt. Alright, so we review automobiles, not holiday songwriters. But the point is, cops are watching. They will spot RV mistakes and could pull you ever. Learn how to safely avoid …
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The 2021 Kia Sorento is the brand's newest SUV.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. the Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The brand new Kia Sorento Hybrid is here, providing the Toyota Highlander Hybrid with some new competition. Aside from the Ford Explorer Hybrid, there aren’t many 3-row hybrid SUVs to choose from. So, let’s see how the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid stacks up to the competition. Is the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid a good SUV?  …
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A red 2020 Ford Raptor runs through the desert.
Trucks & SUVs

3 Reasons to Pass on the 2020 Ford F-150

You might be finding a few excellent 2020 Ford F-150 deals right now, but that doesn’t mean the 2020 model is worth buying. Especially when the 2021 Ford F-150 just came out with incredible upgrades. Check out why you might want to pass on the 2020 model. Reasons to avoid the 2020 Ford F-150  2020 …
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2020 Hyundai Palisade driving
Trucks & SUVs

Which Hyundai Palisade Trim is Best?

When it comes to the 2021  Hyundai Palisade, you can get the perfect trim level to suit your needs. However, there are four different trim levels to choose from. Then with the addition of the Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy trim, it may be challenging to determine if it’s worth it or not.  The Hyundai Palisade trim …
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Panoramic view of the white Ford Transit-based 2021 Wonder RL
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Buying a Class A RV Instead of Class C is a Huge Mistake

We have a special treat for you today, Motor Biscuit fans, with more RV buying tips! Just in time for holiday travels. Beginners may want to buy a Class C RV instead of a class A one. This will save you time, money, and more.  You need a Class C RV  First of all, what …
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2019 Chevy ZR2 Bison off-roading on muddy trail
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Chevy Colorado Is Insanely Unreliable

Goodness, we are shocked. We thought the 2021 Chevy Colorado was going to be a real contender this year, but the reliability ratings have us shocked. The Chevrolet Colorado could be a risky investment.  How Reliable is the 2021 Chevy Colorado?  We know that the Chevy Colorado has a checkered past. It was discontinued in …
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Ford F150 prototype EV in front of train
Trucks & SUVs

Will the Electric Ford F-150 Actually Be Affordable?

There is a significant problem with electric pickup trucks so far. They are extremely expensive. They are more expensive than regular gas-powered trucks that are already seemingly impossible to afford. But will Ford change this trend? Making the Electric Ford F-150 affordable is apart of their plan, at least.  Will the 2022 Ford F-150 EV …
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designer's sketch of upcoming Chevy Silverado EV pickup
Trucks & SUVs

The Electric Chevy BET Truck is Finally Joining the Party

GM is currently being a little sneaky by teasing us about the new electric Chevy truck that’s on the way. The Chevrolet EV is a little behind competitors, but better late than never, right? Maybe. That depends on how the Ford F-150 EV and other rivals perform.  The Chevy BET truck is on the way  …
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2021 Ford F-150 Limited Hybrid
Trucks & SUVs

Here’s What Driving the Ford F-150 Hybrid is Like

The 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid is finally hitting the streets! Now we can get an idea of how well the Ford PowerBoost Hybrid performs against the gasoline-powered and diesel options. We also get to see how the refreshed interior and tech feel.  The F-150 Hybrid takes a spin around town  The team at AutoBlog got …
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2021 Kia Sorento driving on road
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Kia Sorento Price Increase Isn’t A Deal Breaker

Everywhere you look in the auto industry, prices are moving on up, moving on up. But in the case of the 2021 Kia Sorento, this isn’t a bad thing. The minimal price increase increases all of the extra value Kia added to this three-row SUV.  The 2021 Kia Sorento just got more expensive  First of …
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A Tesla Model S electric car is on display during 2020 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition
Trucks & SUVs

The Tesla Model S Still Has Tech Issues

Oh no, the Tesla Model S and Model X are having a few dangerous technical issues. How can this be when Tesla is supposed to be providing robot vehicles of the future? Tesla Models from March 2018 and before are actually having so many problems that the Model S just got dropped by Consumer Reports!  …
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2020 Kia Telluride driving down paved road
Trucks & SUVs

The Kia Telluride Is More Reliable Than the Hyundai Palisade

What in the world? The Kia Telluride has a higher predicted reliability rating than the Hyundai Palisade! But Hyundai beat Kia for the best SUV brand, so how can this be? We know that Kia has been turning its bad reputation around, but we didn’t expect it to happen this quickly!  The Kia Telluride is …
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A photo of the 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 on the road.
Trucks & SUVs

The New V8 Jeep Wrangler Leaves the Ford Bronco Behind

Jeep just said checkmate to Ford, with the 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392. Critics are calling it the powerful off-roading SUV they have been waiting for, which completely dismisses the new Ford Bronco.  The 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon finally has a V8  There hasn’t been an official V8 Jeep Wrangler in decades. Back in the …
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2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 driving through the desert
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Chevy Colorado Needs to Be on Your Radar

We know there is a lot of trucking news going on. The Jeep Gladiator is out, the new Nissan Frontier is on the way, people are still debating if the Honda Ridgeline is a real truck or not, and more. However, with all this commotion, the 2021 Chevy Colorado is being ignored, and it shouldn’t …
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An image of a 2021 Hyundai Palisade on the road.
Trucks & SUVs

Kia Suffers a Loss to Hyundai for the 2021 Best SUV Brand

The battle between Kia and Hyundai SUVs grows. The Kia Telluride, Kia Seltos, Kia Sorento, and more have been battling the Hyundai Palisade, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Kona, and more. However, it looks like Hyundai just raced ahead of the competition!  Hyundai won best SUV brand  According to Automotive World, U.S. News just named Hyundai as …
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2021 GMC Canyon AT4 | GM-0
Trucks & SUVs

Is The 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 the New Best Work Truck?

The 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 off-roading trim is out and about getting work done. It could take the title of best work truck. So far, the new GMC Canyon impresses critics as an underdog option with well-rounded features and plenty of power.  Is the 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 a good truck?  Yes, the 2021 GMC …
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A gray 2021 Honda CR-V Touring in a city
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Honda CR-V Just Outranked the Mazda CX-5

In a wild turn of events, the 2021 Honda CR-V just pulled past the 2021 Mazda CX-5. It’s also beating the 2021 Toyota RAV4, for that matter. So, let’s dig in and see what the Honda CR-V is doing to race ahead of the competition.  2021 Honda CR-V vs. 2021 Mazda CX-5  According to U.S.News, …
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The 2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch Truck appears at the Ford Built for America event at Ford’s Dearborn Truck Plant
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford F-150 Hybrid Has A Lower Fuel Economy Than Expected

We have been waiting for months to see that the new Ford F-150 Hybrid can do in terms of saving fuel! And now that we know, we’re pretty underwhelmed. The Ford F-150 Hybrid doesn’t seem to be much better than a diesel truck.  The Ford F-150 Hybrid fuel economy is a little low  Despite being …
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lunar rock color trd pro sequoia in the desert
Trucks & SUVs

Here’s why the 2021 Toyota Sequoia is Being Ignored

We keep hearing about the Ford Expedition and the 2021 Chevy Tahoe with its fresh redesign, but what’s up with the 2021 Toyota Sequoia? It’s not making any headlines or winning awards. This could be because the Toyota Sequoia is too outdated to compete.  The 2021 Toyota Sequoia is ancient  The 2021 Toyota Sequoia is …
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