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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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Jeep Wrangler 4xe on display at CES convention
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Wrangler 4xe Has Shocking Potential

We are getting closer and closer to seeing the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe make its debut. The new plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4xe will provide a new take on a Wrangler that we’ve never seen before. Plus, it might arrive sooner than you think.  Update for the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe  Jeep has been providing …
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2021 Ford F-150 Lariat driving on country road
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford F-150 FX4 Package Gains a Unique Feature

Do you really need a Ford Raptor to go off-roading? The Ford F-150 FX4 off-roading package could do the trick. Plus, with the 2021 Ford F-150 for an extra $100 bucks, you can gain a new feature borrowed from the Ford Bronco.  The Ford F-150 FX4 off-roading package gains a new mode  Finally, as the …
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Grey-brown 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave truck crossing a dune at sunset
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Gladiator Mojave Can’t Keep up

In a world where the Ford Raptor and Ram 1500 TRX are battling for the best off-roading truck title, why is the Jeep Gladiator Mojave flying under the radar? Sure, it doesn’t have a dinosaur name, but maybe it doesn’t need one. Let’s see how the 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave compares.  Is the Jeep Gladiator …
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2021 Volkswagen Atlas on country road
Trucks & SUVs

The Volkswagen Atlas Unexpectedly Won Best Family SUV

Surprise! The Volkswagen Atlas won the best family SUV of 2020. These results are shocking as competitors such as the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade have won tons of awards and topped other lists. So, how did the 2020 Volkswagen Atlas become the underdog to take home this coveted award?  The Volkswagen Atlas is the …
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2020 Ford Expedition driving on street
Trucks & SUVs

Can the Ford Expedition Compete With Rival SUVs?

Everyone seems to be dunking on the Ford Expedition. They have hot takes about the Chevy Tahoe being better and sometimes bring up the GMC Yukon. However, maybe they’re wrong. Perhaps the 2020 Ford Expedition deserves a chance.  Can the Ford Expedition compete against rival SUVs?  One of the main issues with the Ford Expedition …
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2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 driving down dirty road
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Chevy Tahoe Has 3 Concerning Drawbacks

Before you purchase your 2021 Chevy Tahoe and drive off happily into the sunset, be aware of a few crucial drawbacks. After testing the new Chevy Tahoe model, experts have found aspects that they love and elements that aren’t so great.  Testing the 2021 Chevy Tahoe  The experts at Cars.com were able to get their …
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2019 Ford Raptor emerging from dust
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford Raptor Fires Back With 725 Horsepower

Shots fired! The 2021 Ford Raptor is coming after the Ram 1500 TRX with more power. The Ram 1500 TRX may think it’s the king of Jurassic off-roading, but it might need to move over as the more powerful Ford Raptor emerges from the jungle.  The 2021 Ford Raptor V8 is coming  Unfortunately, we are …
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2020 two-door Ford Bronco off-roading
Trucks & SUVs

The Worst Ford Bronco for Off-Roading Is Deadly

The new Ford Bronco is here, and it’s already been flexing its off-roading muscle in Moab, Utah, across desert sands, and more. However, if you’re in the market for a Ford Bronco for off-roading, learn which model to avoid.  The worst Ford Bronco for off-roading  If you want the 2021 Ford Bronco, you’ll be pretty …
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A blue Jeep Renegade on display at an auto show
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Renegade Goes After the Ford Bronco Sport With More Variety

There are big things in store for the 2021 Jeep Renegade as Jeep focuses on adding more options to compete against the new Ford Bronco Sport. While the Ford Bronco has 200 aftermarket accessories, the Jeep Renegade is gaining new trim levels.  The 2021 Jeep Renegade gains new trim options  First of all, Jeep is …
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2008 Hummer H2 off-roading on rocks
Trucks & SUVs

The GM Hummer Landed on This Embarrassing List Twice

Sorry GM Hummer fans, the Hummer has officially landed on one embarrassing list two times. The H2 and H3 Hummer both ranked as one of the most useless off-roading SUVs you can buy. So, let’s see why.  The Hummer ranked twice as the worst off-roading SUV  MotorJunkie compiled a list of 30 SUVs that need …
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2020 Ram 1500 Tradesman
Trends

Recall Alert for Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 Models With Stalling Engines

Do you have a Jeep Grand Cherokee or Ram 1500? Then you might want to check if your vehicle is running. There is a massive recall for Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 models due to fuel injector timing issues.  Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ram 1500 recall  Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is issuing a recall …
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The Ford F-150 being unveiled at the North American International Auto Show
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford F-150 Didn’t Make the 10Best List

Oh no, is there trouble in paradise? The 2020 Ford F-150 didn’t make it on a list of the top 10 best cars and trucks! How could the number one selling truck not land one of these coveted awards? Let’s dive in to see why the Ford F-150 isn’t the best.  Is the 2020 Ford …
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2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Lunar Rock
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Isn’t Worth It

Are you excited? The 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro is here to represent as one of the largest off-roading options aside from a tank. However, this massive Toyota SUV has a pretty significant price tag too, and we’re not sure if it’s worth it. Is the 2021 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro worth buying? What’s new …
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A red GMC Acadia on display
Trucks & SUVs

Even the GMC Acadia Beats the Toyota Highlander

Upon looking at a list of the best mid-sez 3-row SUVs ranked from best to worst, the GMC Acadia was ranked above the Toyota Highlander. This is another example of why you should consider other options before settling on the 2020 Toyota Highlander. Also, let’s check out why the 2020 GMC Acadia is considered to …
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2021 Ram 1500 TRX front head-on in motion
Trucks & SUVs

The Ram 1500 TRX Isn’t as Great as It Seems

Before you flip out over the Ram 1500 TRX, take a deep breath and learn the facts. It might be a slightly overhyped off-roading truck compared to the competition. Ram could have tried a little harder before coming after the Ford Raptor, especially since people suggest waiting for the 2021 Ford Raptor to come out …
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Grand Jeep Wagoneer Teaser
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Wagoneer Is More Than Just a Tease

UPDATE: THIS ARTICLE WAS ORIGINALLY WRITTEN ON TUESDAY, 8/18, AND WE WERE RIGHT. The 2022 Jeep Wagoneer is coming, and Jeep is starting to put out some pretty exciting teasers for their revival of a luxurious family SUV. From what we’ve gathered so far, it might actually be the Grand Jeep Wagoneer instead.  AND AGAIN, …
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2021 Toyota Tacoma on display
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Toyota Tacoma Gains Two Fancy Editions

Toyota Tacoma fans rejoice! The information about the 2021 Toyota Tacoma has finally been revealed. We have model updates, pricing information, and more. Will you be excited, or is the 2021 Toyota Tacoma already a flop?!  Is the 2021 Toyota Tacoma a good truck?  Yes, the 2021 Toyota Tacoma is an excellent option to buy. …
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2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Gladiator Outranks the Ram 1500

Based on a list of the best cars and trucks of 2020, the Jeep Gladiator outranks the Ram 1500!  The people have spoken, but this is a surprising take against the 2020 Ram 1500, the second best-selling truck. Let’s see why the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is considered to be better.  The Jeep Gladiator outranks the …
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Trucks & SUVs

The Nissan Armada Isn’t the Worst Three-Row SUV

We know that there are some terrible three-row SUVs out there that should be avoided, but the Nissan Armada isn’t one of them. The 2020 Nissan Armada has plenty of positive features to battle against rivals.  Is the 2020 Nissan Armada a good SUV?  Yes, the 2020 Nissan Armada is a good SUV that shows …
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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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