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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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Plymouth Prowler
Cars

Was The Plymouth Prowler Really That Bad?

With retro styling that looked more fitting for a cartoon than an actual production piece, the Plymouth Prowler proved to be better for “show” than “go.” It was produced during the late 90s, a time when boxy and otherwise bland cars roamed the streets. And while the Prowler stood out, it was discontinued after only …
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Ford And Volkswagen Unveil Plans On New Collaboration
Cars

The Coronavirus Highlights That There Are Still No True Autonomous Cars

Over the past couple of weeks, the workforce around the country has been hit hard with the impending threat of the coronavirus. Whether people are infected or not, thousands of workers have been forced to work from home and companies have even downsized during this tempestuous time. It’s a sad state of affairs, even for …
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2016 Honda CR-Z
Trends

Is the Honda CR-Z Worth Buying?

When the Honda CR-Z debuted in 2010, it was touted as a spiritual successor to the renowned Honda CRX of the early ’90s. Its hybrid powertrain has an option for a six-speed manual transmission and its purpose was to bring about sporty hybrid fun. However, it was discontinued in 2016 due to dismal sales during …
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Blue 2008 Lexus IS-F on a racetrack
Cars

Is the Lexus IS F Worth Buying?

When the Lexus IS F debuted in 2008, it was quite the hit. Lexus was always known for soft, luxurious rides up until then so it was a bit of an anomaly to have a V8-clad version of the IS sedan with an eight-speed transmission and quad exhaust tips. The Lexus IS F has since …
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2009 Honda Element
Trends

How to Turn Your Honda Element into a Livable Camper

The Honda Element was produced from 2003-2011 and was quite possibly the most versatile vehicle that the brand ever made. It’s utilitarian interior allowed for a multitude of configurations, which lent itself well for tailgating events and especially camping. In case you do the latter and currently own, or want to own, a Honda Element, …
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2014 Chevrolet SS in red driving down a road
Sedans

Why the Chevrolet SS Failed

The Chevrolet SS was a super sleeper sedan with Australian roots and a potent V8 engine. So why did it fail?
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Luxury navigation system
Trends

5 of the Worst Infotainment Systems in New Cars Today

Whether they use a touchscreen, touchpad, a cursor, or a knob, infotainment systems won’t ever be perfect. While new models are being released and current models are being refreshed, it seems that trying to figure out what works best for everyone when it comes to designing the infotainment system is futile. Some infotainment systems are …
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Cars

The Nissan Altima Might Not Be as Bad as You Think

The burgeoning mid-size sedan segment has been nothing but competitive over the past couple few decades. With segment champions like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, stalwarts like Mazda6 and ever-evolving competitors like the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, it’s no wonder that the Nissan Altima might have trouble finding a comfortable spot nowadays. The …
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Cars

Is it Worth it to Buy a Pontiac Vibe?

What has bland looks, a reliable Toyota engine, and goes 0-60 in 10 seconds? No, we’re not talking about a Prius, or any other Toyota, for that matter. We’re talking about the Pontiac Vibe! Yes, the Toyota Matrix in American clothing. It’s long gone, but with currently affordable used-car pricing, is it worth it to …
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Trends

First-Generation Audi RS5: Good Deal or Money Pit?

When perusing the online classifieds for cars to put in our dream garages, we often find ourselves looking at first-generation Audi R8s and sometimes even old Ferraris. But when it comes to more realistic choices, the Audi RS5 always seems to catch our attention. Not the fire-breathing, twin-turbocharged newer RS5s, but the older, pavement-pounding V8-clad …
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Audi e-tron Sportback full electric luxury crossover SUV car on display at Brussels Expo
Trends

Would Buying an Electric Vehicle Change Your Life for Better or Worse?

It’s not too often that any consumer can say that buying a car changed their life for better or worse. Sure, buying a house, or getting married, can change your life. But, typically, the only time a car really affects your life is when it has a lot of problems and costs an arm and …
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2019 Volkswagen Jetta
Cars

The Jetta is the Worst Volkswagen You Can Buy

The Volkswagen Jetta was revamped for the 2019 model year in which it grew a little bigger and wider and its styling cues got a little sharper. Among its fellow compact-car competitors, the Volkswagen Jetta has always been the more “sophisticated” of the bunch, thanks to its German roots and engineering. However, in its latest …
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Trends

5 Reasons Why Using a Black Car Service is Better than Uber

We all remember using a limo service for prom or for another special event in which we needed to arrive fashionably late, or perhaps, just fashionably. However, in recent years, with ride-share apps becoming popular and now, the norm, it seems that limos and other black car services have all but gone by the wayside. …
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Cars

3 Reasons Why You Should Buy a 2020 Audi TT RS

The original Audi TT RS arrived on U.S. shores in 2012 thanks to over 11,500 petitions from Audi fans. Back then, the raced-out version of Audi’s TT model pushed out 360 hp out of its unique turbocharged 5-cylinder engine and critics raved about it. Fast forward to today, and the current TT RS has a …
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A passenger in a self-driving car.
Trends

Startup Comma.ai Wants Regular Cars to Drive Themselves

Over the past decade, self-driving cars have been all the rage. So much so that driver-assist features are now standard in many cars on the market and Tesla’s Autopilot feature has been getting all kinds of publicity. And while we can’t stress enough that the current technologies DO NOT make a car completely drive themselves, …
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Cars

Are Any of the Cheapest New Cars Worth Buying?

“I just want a new car,” is a phrase that might be uttered by just about every prospective car buyer. Aside from the highly coveted “new car scent,” buying a new car does have its advantages. There won’t be any previous owners, no damage to the car, and if anything goes wrong, there is a …
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Cars

5 Reasons Why the Audi RS3 is Better Than the BMW M2 Competition

Comparing the 2020 Audi RS3 and the 2020 BMW M2 Competition is a lot like comparing Rocky Balboa to Apollo Creed; both cars are heavy hitters with great agility, but with vastly different styles. And while fanboys and car enthusiasts might lean one way another, regular consumers may be torn on which one to get. …
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Cars

5 Reasons Why the 2020 Kia Forte GT is Better Than the Honda Civic Si

Making a compact car feel sporty is actually not an easy task. It can be tough to give an otherwise subdued compact car a healthy dose of adrenaline and agility while maintaining a balanced feel and competitive price tag. Current sport compact cars include the Honda Civic Si, Volkswagen Jetta GLI, Hyundai Elantra Sport, and …
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Electric cars plugged into charging stations
Hybrids & EVs

3 Questions You Should Ask Yourself Before Buying an Electric Car

Electric cars are getting more and more popular these days and it’s inevitable that they will be a larger part of the market in the next decade. While the public at large has welcomed them with open arms, there are still many consumers that are unclear if whether or not an electric car will work …
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