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Joe Santos

Joe Santos has been an automotive journalist since 2013 and joined MotorBiscuit in 2020. He writes strongly on consumer advice and new cars, and we consider him an asset to readers looking for guidance in buying and selling autos.

Joe earned a Bachelor’s in Journalism from California State University, Fullerton, and spent years as a Road Test Editor at Kelley Blue Book, after which he served in various automotive-related roles, including an autonomous vehicle trainer for GM, a vehicle sales manager, and an Audi brand specialist.

Joe’s prized possession is a 2008 Honda S2000 in Laguna Blue Pearl, with which he attends local car meets. Joe is also a content creator for LTD Global, a B2B support firm.

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Trends

Why Car Dealers Don’t Care About Your Online Credit Score

Have you ever applied for a car loan, either on your own and through a dealer, and your credit score came out different than what Credit Karma, or your credit card (Capital One, Chase, etc.), told you? The truth is, the dealers don’t really care about the score that you can readily show them on …
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Truck Dealership
Trends

Why Would Anyone Want to Be a Car Salesperson?

Imagine working in a store where every customer that walks in the door hates you automatically before even meeting you and your job is to sell them on the second biggest purchase they will ever make in their lifetime. If you can picture that, then you have only scratched the tip of the iceberg on …
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Hybrids & EVs

5 Features That an Audi E-Tron Has That a Tesla Model X Does Not

The Audi E-Tron has been out for well over a year now and while it doesn’t have the same panache and notoriety as the Tesla Model X (nor the performance), there are some features that it does have over the Tesla SUV. The competition in the electric car segment has been growing stiffer as the …
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Best time to sell your car
Trends

Can You Really Return the Car You Just Bought?

Buyer’s remorse can be tough when it comes to a large purchase you just made, but it’s an even bigger pain if that large purchase happens to be a car. After all, clothing and electronic stores let you return their products and you can even cancel a gym membership when you finally realize you’ll never …
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Trends

3 Essential Tips for Buying the Car of Your Dreams

Whether it’s a Ferrari 488 or a Buick Lucerne, everyone has a dream car. Mine happened to be a 2008 Honda S2000, and I actually now own one. Was it worth buying? In my case, yes, because the S2000 is an affordable and reliable sports car that is cheap to maintain and insure. However, if …
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Hybrids & EVs

What Is So Great About the Tesla Model 3 Performance?

We get it, you’re probably sick of reading about Tesla cars by now and are even familiar with all of the specs even though you might never own. Take the Model 3, for example, it’s been out for a couple of years now and it’s the entry-level model to the esteemed electric car brand. It’s …
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A red 2018 Honda CR-V driving down the countryside.
Crossovers

2020 Honda CR-V: Is the Touring Trim Worth the Extra Cost?

The Honda CR-V is the brand’s best-selling model and for good reason; it’s spacious, comfortable, and reliable. However, can the word “luxurious” also be added to the list of adjectives? Maybe not when describing the base LX trim level, however, if you opt for the top Touring trim level you do get a few more …
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Would You Pay Over $70,000 for This 2008 Honda S2000 CR?

The Honda S2000 CR is easily one of the best models that the brand ever built and its value has skyrocketed in the past decade. Honda originally only planned to build 699 copies of the S2000 CR from 2008 to 2009 and it looks like its rarity is paying off in spades. We recently came …
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Hybrids & EVs

Is the Honda CR-Z Making a Comeback?

Do you remember the Honda CR-Z? If not, we don’t blame you. It was only in production from 2011 to 2016 and while it was a hybrid, it technically wasn’t all that great. Its main downfall wasn’t just it’s dismal fuel economy numbers (for a hybrid), but its fatal flaw was that Honda touted it …
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There Is 1 Annoying Feature We Found in the 2020 Mazda6

The 2020 Mazda6 is filled with all of the sportiness, comfort, and style that you and your budding family would ever need in a mid-size sedan. And while we can’t sing its praises enough after spending a week with it, it’s still not perfect. Technically, no car is perfect and every one of them will …
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Toyota logo is seen on a Toyota 4Runner at its dealership in San Jose, California on August 27, 2019
Trends

Are Japanese Cars Really More Reliable?

When shopping for a new or used car, in addition to having a car fit your specific needs and budget, it’s important to factor in its reliability ratings. For decades, Japanese cars have always been widely known for their renowned reliability, not only from Japanese-car owners but also from automotive sources such as Consumer Reports …
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Hybrids & EVs

Tesla’s Wiper Controls Are Now Illegal in Germany

The Tesla Model 3 is filled with all kinds of tech-savvy features including a dual-motor setup that can rocket the car to 60 in 3.2 seconds, an AutoPilot semi self-driving system, and automatic windshield wipers. However, that last feature was recently ruled as being illegal in Germany after a Model 3 owner was involved in …
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A metallic-gray 2020 Mazda6 in the city
Trends

5 Reasons the Mazda6 Is Better Than the Toyota Camry

The mid-size sedan segment is basically ruled by the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord and it has been for years. And while the Mazda6 doesn’t share as much of the spotlight as it’s other Japanese rivals, it still brings a lot to the table via a unique sense of style and refined sportiness. We’ve already …
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What’s the Deal With the Dealer Buyback Offers in Mail?

If you have ever leased or financed a car from a dealership, then you might get an offer in the mail from them offering to buy back your car within the first two to three years of owning or leasing it. But why would a dealership want to buy your car back, or have you …
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What Happens When a Salesperson ‘Talks to the Manager?’

If you have ever purchased a car from a dealership, then you’re likely familiar with the song and dance that the salesperson puts on when going over the final price of the car. Of course, this song and dance wouldn’t be such a charade if all of the numbers were agreeable from the beginning, however, …
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What Is a Waterless Car Wash?

Washing your car is important in order to prolong the car’s paint job and a waterless car wash is a quick and easy way to get the job done. What is a waterless car wash? It’s just what it sounds like; a car wash without the use of water. To some, it may sound like …
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A Used Audi RS7 Is a Bargain Family Super Car

How does a family sedan that can go 0 to 60 in 3.7 seconds, has a top speed of 190 mph, and costs about as much as a Toyota Avalon sound? It sounds good to us, and no, we’re not talking about the new Toyota Avalon TRD. We’re talking about a used Audi RS7. That’s …
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Sedans

The 2020 Mazda6 Is a Luxurious ‘Driver’s Sedan’

The mid-size sedan category is among the toughest segments to compete in but the Mazda6 has done well in holding its own over the years. With sharp and sophisticated styling, a pair of smooth and efficient engines, and an interior from a class above, it’s safe to say that the 2020 Mazda6 did not fail …
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Motorcycles

Need a Fun and Easy Way to Get Around Town? Buy a Honda Monkey

If you live in a crowded urban area where slow speeds and limited parking is the norm, then the Honda Monkey could be a great mode of transportation for you. Honda has always been known for its sportbikes, like the CBR lineup, and scooters, like the Super Cub and Ruckus, but the Monkey is a …
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