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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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Ford EcoSport driving in the city
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford EcoSport Barely Beats the Chevy Trailblazer

When you think of the Ford vs. Chevy rivalry, you probably think about big trucks. However, they compete on a much smaller scale too, which is why the Chevy Trailblazer just made its debut to fight against the tiny Ford EcoSport. But which compact SUV is better?  Ford EcoSport vs. Chevy Trailblazer  The Chevy Trailblazer …
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2020 Hyundai Veloster driving down truck
Trucks & SUVs

The Hyundai Veloster Isn’t Exactly Safe

If you’re looking for a safe hatchback, the 2019 Hyundai Veloster may not be the best option. It turns out to be one of the most dangerous vehicles you can buy. Check out why the Hyundai Veloster isn’t the safest option.  How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?  According to MotorJunkie, the Hyundai Veloster is …
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2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2
Trucks & SUVs

The Chevy Colorado Has a Surprising Resale Value

It turns out that the Chevy Colorado might not be a risky investment. It’s shedding its history as an unreliable truck and came close to the top of the list of the trucks with the best resale value. So, it may be less of a gamble to go for a Chevy Colorado than you initially …
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A red 2020 Subaru Outback driving on the countryside.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Subaru Outback Received Major Safety Upgrades

The 2021 Subaru Outback is almost here, and it will include a ton of new safety features that come standard. You will get to enjoy modern safety tech and advanced driver assistance features even if you go with the base 2021 Subaru Outback model.  The 2021 Subaru Outback is a safe SUV  You can get …
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2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 driving down dirty road
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Chevy Tahoe Is the New SUV King

The 2021 Chevy Tahoe is here to dethrone all other SUVs. It’s the new SUV king that’s now larger and in charge. Check out this in-depth review of the 2021 Chevy Tahoe to see precisely how it makes other SUVs look like peasants.  Is the 2021 Chevy Tahoe a good SUV?  Yes, the 2021 Chevy …
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A yellow two-door Ford Bronco
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford Bronco Attempts the Rubicon Trail

It’s no secret that the 2021 Ford Bronco is coming after the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, so it’s promoting its off-roading power. To prove its capabilities, the new Ford Bronco was spotted on an infamous Rubicon trail and had a questionable performance.  The Ford Bronco tried the Rubicon Trail A four-door Ford Bronco Badlands trim and …
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2020 Nissan Frontier parked in grass
Trucks & SUVs

3 Reasons to Avoid the 2020 Nissan Frontier

Experts have finally been able to get their hands on the 2020 Nissan Frontier, and while they do have positives to say after testing it, they found a few negatives as well. Check out why it may be worth waiting for the 2021 Nissan Frontier instead.  Is the 2020 Nissan Frontier a good truck?  Yes, …
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An orange two door 2021 Ford Bronco follows a rutted trail.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford Bronco Doesn’t Meet Driver Demands

Have you ever been so worked up that you’ve considered writing a letter or starting a petition? Well, the new Ford Bronco has caused a few drivers to feel this way. See what features the 2021 Ford Bronco lacks and why potential buyers are up in arms.  The 2021 Ford Bronco lacks manual transmission availability  …
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2020 Chevy Traverse driving on city street at night
Trucks & SUVs

Recall Alert: Buick, Chevy, and GMC SUVs Have Faulty Airbags

Do you have a Buick Enclave, Chevy Traverse, GMC Arcadia, Chevy Silverado, or other related GMC SUVs and trucks? If so, you may need to take your vehicle in for maintenance due to having airbag issues.  Recall for GMC, Chevy, Cadillac, and Buick SUVs/trucks  The vehicles affected by this recent recall include the 2020 GMC …
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2021 Toyota 4Runner Trail Edition off-roading
Trucks & SUVs

Saving With A Used Toyota 4Runner Isn’t a Bad Idea

Do you really need a brand new Toyota 4Runner? The 2020 Toyota 4Runner starts around $36k and hasn’t received many updates. Plus, a used Toyota 4Runner will probably last for years, because these SUVs don’t die.  Is a Used Toyota 4Runner worth it?  The top of the line Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro is the off-roading …
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2021 Kia Seltos parked in the woods
Trucks & SUVs

Consider the Kia Seltos Over the Subaru Crosstrek

There are many exciting options for compact SUVs that can go off-roading like the Subaru Crosstrek and Kia Seltos. But which option will give you more bang for your buck? Let’s compare price, features, off-roading capabilities to determine the more valuable SUV.  Subaru Crosstrek vs. Kia Seltos  The 2021 Kia Seltos comes in hot with …
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2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel climbing over rocks
Trucks & SUVs

The EcoDiesel Jeep Wrangler Will Reach New Heights

The EcoDiesel Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator are getting higher. They could become the tallest Jeep models you can have if you go for the new, optional lift kit that will put your Jeep Gladiator or Wrangler on a whole new level.  The EcoDiesel Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator is getting a new lift kit  While other models, like …
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a blue Mopar custom build of an off-road ram
Trucks & SUVs

Is the Ram Dakota Coming for the Ford Maverick?

Trucks are trending smaller, as made clear by the upcoming 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz and the compact Ford Maverick. Now Ram is getting involved with the 2022 Ram Dakota. But is this truck going after the Maverick or Ford Ranger?  What we know about the 2022 Ram Dakota  Back in the day, the Dodge Dakota …
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2019 Ford F-150 Raptor with Fox Live Valve electronic shocks
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford Raptor Borrows Off-Roading Tech From Ram

The 2021 Ford Raptor is getting a suspension upgrade to be better on the pavement and for off-roading. However, it’s borrowing the suspension setup that has been used by the Ram 1500 and other Ram trucks since 2009.  2021 Ford Raptor Updates  The 2021 Ford Raptor is getting a coil-spring suspension in the rear. This …
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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee parked near beach
Trucks & SUVs

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is Transforming Into A Family SUV

Forget what you know about the Jeep Grand Cherokee because it’s transforming into a family SUV. Some people have joked about not having the Jeep Wrangler because they needed a soccer mom Jeep instead, but the 2022 Jeep Cherokee will have you driving around in style.  The three-row Jeep Grand Cherokee is coming  Currently, the …
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2019 Jeep® Cherokee Trailhawk off-roading in dirt
Trucks & SUVs

The Worst Jeep Cherokee Feature Isn’t A Deal Breaker

One of the worst features of the 2020 Jeep Cherokee includes a lack of cargo space compared to rivals, but this isn’t a deal-breaker. The Jeep Cherokee has tons of positive features to make it worth buying, and there are a few storage hacks to increase cargo space.  Is the 2020 Jeep Cherokee a good …
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A Ford F-150 Crew Cab Limited in a harbor
Trucks

Why is This 2021 Ford F-150 Trim Over $70k?

Why are pickup trucks getting more and more expensive? The 2021 Ford F-150 starts around $30k, while the 2020 model starts around $28k. The Nissan Frontier and Chevy Colorado are increasing in price for 2021, and the 2021 Ford F-150 Limited trim starts around $72k.  Is the 2021 Ford F-150 Limited trim worth it?  Understandably, …
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A red Ram pickup truck on display at an auto show.
Trucks & SUVs

The Ram 1500 Safely Tops the Honda Ridgeline

We found a list of the safest pickup trucks you can buy, and the results may surprise you. The Honda Ridgeline isn’t the safest truck, as to be expected with Honda’s safety reputation. Instead, the Ram 1500 is the safest pickup truck you can buy for 2020.  The Ram 1500 is the safest pickup truck  …
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2021 TRD Pro Tundra in the desert
Trucks & SUVs

Will the 2021 Toyota Tundra be a Better Truck?

We aren’t saying that the 2020 Toyota Tundra is a lousy truck by any means, but it seems to be a less popular option compared to rivals like the Ford F-150 and Ram 1500. So, we’re wondering if the 2021 Toyota Tundra will bring the heat to take down the current truck champs.  Is the …
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Hyundai Santa Cruz Concept Rear
Trucks & SUVs

Spotting The Hyundai Santa Cruz Raises Confusion

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz was spotted, and as a result, we’re confused. The little crossover truck was covered with camouflage, so we only got to see an outline of the Hyundai Santa Cruz, and we’re definitely ready to learn more.  What to expect with the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz  The Hyundai Santa Cruz has …
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