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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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The Infiniti G37 Is a Luxury Bargain Priced Under $5k

When it comes to buying used cars, the power of depreciation is a wonderful thing. Some cars depreciate faster than others, but if you’re patient enough, you can finally get that car that you were dreaming of 10 years ago for a very reasonable price today. Case in point, the Infiniti G37, which is a …
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Red 2019 Infiniti Q50 driving down the highway.
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Is the Infiniti Q50 Worth Buying?

The Infiniti Q50 is a luxury sedan that competes with the likes of the Lexus IS, the Audi A4, the Mercedes C-Class, and the BMW 3 Series. That’s some pretty stiff competition as all of the aforementioned rivals have stood their ground in that segment for many years. The Infiniti Q50 isn’t exactly new, however, …
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2020 Toyota 86 driving on a race track.
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Is Supercharging a Toyota 86 a Good Idea?

When it comes to making a well-balanced sports car, automakers typically need to focus on handling, power, and weight. It takes a lot to get it just right while trying to please the masses. Such is the case for the Toyota 86. Since the FR-S/BR-Z/86 introduction in 2013, many have lamented that the car’s 200 …
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A red 2020 Kia Stinger on the track.
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3 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Kia Stinger

When it debuted in 2017, the Kia Stinger raised a lot of eyebrows and even converted a lot of prior skeptics over to the Korean brand. Its bold looks and rear-drive platform breathed new life into an otherwise non-descript lineup and showcased what Kia was able to do. While sales were good for the first …
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What Is the Most Stolen Car in America?

Car theft is still prevalent these days and, unfortunately, it’s probably not slowing down any time soon. It’s not because new cars are not any more theft deterrent, because they are, it’s because there are still thousands of older cars still on the roads. And most, if not all, of those cars are worth more …
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2019 Subaru Forester Sport on the track.
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5 Reasons the Subaru Forester Sport Is Better Than the Honda Passport Sport

If you’re looking for a two-row, mid-size SUV, then you’re in luck because the playing field is growing by the year. However, in case you’re looking at two of the most popular options like Subaru Forester or Honda Passport, then you might be split on which one could be a better buy. While both SUVs …
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1995 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo III front interior
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What Is It Like to Drive a Right-Hand-Drive Car in the U.S?

Since right-hand-drive (RHD) cars can now be legally imported into the U.S. (and they keep getting better each year), there might be more and more consumers interested in buying one. But if you live in a country where left-hand-drive cars are the norm, you might be wondering if it’s hard to drive a car where …
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Is Buying a Used Alfa Romeo Giulia a Good Idea?

The Alfa Romeo Giulia hit the U.S. market back in 2017 and garnered some great reviews at the time. It was praised for its sporty yet compliant driving dynamics, its unique aesthetics, and mainly the twin-turbo V6 that powers the top-trim Quadrifoglio. And while car reviewers and consumers that purchased the car at the time …
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5 Quick Cars Priced Under $30,000

There’s a difference between a car being “quick” and being “fast.” Fast refers to how fast the car can go, as is top speed, while quick refers to a car’s acceleration. While having a fast car is nice, having a one that can accelerate quickly is much more useful, even in everyday driving situations. For …
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2019 Honda Civic Type R
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It’s a Great Time to Buy a Used Honda Civic Type R

Since its introduction for the 2017 model year, the Honda Civic Type R has been a hot ticket item in the world of Japanese sport compacts. While the Honda has produced the Civic Type R in other countries for the better part of the past two decades, the Civic Type R that we can currently …
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Is the Toyota Prius AWD-e the Ultimate Rideshare Car?

Toyota’s tag line “Let’s Go Places,” mainly correlates their entire lineup being reliable and fuel-efficient enough to go just about anywhere. But one thing that jumps out to us when reading those words is ridesharing, like taking an Uber or Lyft. In case you haven’t noticed, many ride-share drivers drive Toyota Prii (plural for Prius) …
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Don’t Ignore the 2014 Ford Mustang If You Want an Affordable Sports Car

If we had to pick one of the most iconic cars that this country has ever made, it would have to be the Ford Mustang. Ford celebrated the Mustang’s 50-year mark with the debut of the 2015 model, however, that model year (and the one after) proved to have some issues, so you might want …
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What Is the Difference Between Summer and All-Season Tires?

Tires are big, round, and black and they’re the only point of contact between your car and the ground, which is why they are extremely important. However, not many consumers know the difference between the types of tires currently available. Since winter tires are pretty self-explanatory, we thought it would be a good idea to …
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2020 Toyota Sequoia on-road
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5 of the Most Useful Car Accessories for a Road Trip

While you might not currently be able to travel much, thanks to the recent pandemic. But one light at the end of the tunnel is that Summer is almost upon us and it’s a great time to take a road trip. Whenever you’re able to get back on the road and experience the cathartic nature …
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Learn How to Drive a Manual Transmission the Right Way

As the saying goes, “There is more than one way to skin a cat. “ This definitely rings true for learning how to drive a manual transmission vehicle. Of course, nowadays, no one really cares and the driving a manual is a lost art, however, for those who actually do want to learn, we came …
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The engine ignition start/stop button of a Volkswagen XL1 plug-in diesel-electric hybrid automobile
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5 Underrated Features That Are Taken for Granted

It seemed like only yesterday that power windows and air conditioning were considered a luxury in most cars. Believe it or not, necessities like anti-lock brakes and airbags were even options in most cars during the early 90s. However, the automotive industry as a whole has stepped up its game in the past couple of …
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2019 Subaru Crosstrekdriving on curvy country roads
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Is the Subaru Crosstrek Worth Buying?

The Subaru Crosstrek competes in the subcompact crossover segment against some worthy competitors like the Honda HR-V and Kia Seltos. And while others in its class have proven to be great values, they conform to typical SUV look while the Crosstrek brings unique styling, a host of safety features, and standard all-wheel drive to the …
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Man stands next to his modified 1995 Chevy S10
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Do Modifications Add Value to a Car?

Whether you’re into tuner cars, muscle cars, or something of the exotic variety, adding modifications to a car has probably crossed your mind more than once. And while adding a nice 5-inch muffler to your shiny new Honda Civic Si might sound like a great idea, just keep in mind that you might decide to …
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5 Terrible Compact Coupes From The Early 90s

To some, the 1990s might seem like the distant past, while to others, it seems like it was just yesterday. In the automotive world, the 1990s were ancient in terms of the features available and horsepower ratings. This was a time when air conditioning was an option and most cars didn’t come with anti-lock brakes …
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