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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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1990 Nissan Skyline GTR
Trends

Which Right-Hand Drive Cars can be Imported into the U.S.?

Depending on where you live in the country, most people have seen a right-hand drive car pull up next to them at a stoplight. It’s a weird sight at first, not seeing anyone in the driver’s seat and then wondering, “What car is that?” It’s nothing new Since the turn of the century, and the …
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Two Yaris hatchbacks side by side.
Cars

2020 Toyota Yaris: A Mazda in Toyota Clothing

Manufacturers colluding with one another when it comes to releasing new models is nothing new: Subaru and Toyota produced the FR-S and BR-Z, BMW and Toyota produced the new Supra, and Mazda and Toyota produced the new Yaris. Can anyone spot the lowest common denominator in this equation? New, but not new The Yaris has …
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2019 Nissan GT-R
Cars

Would the Nissan GT-R Make a Good Daily Driver?

The short answer to the question is most likely “yes.” Since the Nissan GT-R has four seats, a decent trunk and all-wheel drive (for snowy states). But let’s take a closer look at the specs and really figure out if this Japanese supercar can double as a reliable grocery-getter on the daily. Godzilla’s arrival The …
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2020 Acura RDX
Crossovers

Which 2020 Acura RDX Package is the Best Value?

The current-generation Acura RDX has been out for over a year now and sales have been increasing since its debut for the 2019 model year. It’s new styling and features have curried favor with consumers and it has remained competitive among others in its segment. But if you’re looking for an RDX, you might be …
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Cars

Should you buy the Toyota 86 Hakone Edition?

Special-edition Toyotas are nothing new. When the Scion brand was around, there was a special edition every year for every one of those cars. Remember the Scion FR-S limited-edition Release Series cars? Well, the Toyota 86 Hakone Edition is the same thing, but it’s just a little more special. What’s so special about it? First …
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2020 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T
Cars

2020 Honda Accord Sport 2.0 MT: A More Mature Civic Type R

If you have seen the new Honda Civic Type R, then you are familiar with its in-your-face, aggressive styling and boy-racer charm. And if you’re familiar with its specs, then you know that it’s one of the fastest front-wheel-drive cars on the market today. But what if you wanted a Civic Type R, but are …
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Cars

Does anyone buy Volkswagen Diesel Cars Anymore?

Buying a vehicle with a “salvaged” title is nothing new. There are a lot of cars on the pre-owned market today that have been stolen or wrecked, and buyers never blink an eye. But what about the poor cars that suffered from the “Dieselgate” scandal back in 2015. Is anyone buying those? What is “Dieselgate?” …
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Ariel Atom
Cars

Can an Ariel Atom be Daily Driven?

Driving a die-hard race car every day sounds like a good idea to any car enthusiast, gear head, automotive journalist, etc. But in reality, it’s probably not. In fact, we would most likely all be better off driving a Toyota Avalon for daily duties. But it sure is fun to fantasize. So here’s something to …
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Trends

2021 Audi RS6 Avant: What We Know So Far

Station wagons have been a dying breed in America. Over the past couple of decades, consumers have been gravitating more toward sedans and SUVs, ignoring the inherent practicality that a wagon has to offer in terms of cargo and passenger room. But with the forthcoming 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, which has more power that most …
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Trends

Is a Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid Worth Buying?

Like it or not, hybrids are the way of the future, or at least that’s what manufacturers think. The truth is that carbon emissions are a big issue, so as much as people love to hate the Toyota Prius, at least it’s doing its part in saving the planet. Don’t want a Prius? Well then, …
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2020 Dodge Grand Caravan
Trends

R.I.P Dodge Grand Caravan: You Will be (kind of) Missed

Love them or hate them, minivans have always provided the type of utility that three-row SUVs do not. A lower ride height and sliding rear doors make it easier to lift kids and car seats in and out (especially in driveways), and third-row seating provides more space and features than most of the large SUVs …
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2019 Honda HR-V Sport
Crossovers

2020 Mazda CX-30 vs 2020 Honda HR-V: Which Compact Crossover is a Better Value?

The burgeoning subcompact SUV market has had some stiff competition over the years and it’s only getting stiffer. The lengthy roster of this category includes cars like the Nissan Kicks, Ford Ecosport, Toyota C-hr, and Jeep Renegade, to name a few. Two very likely competitors, however, are the 2020 Honda HR-V and 2020 Mazda CX-30. …
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Tesla Model Y
Hybrids & EVs

The Tesla Model Y Achieves Astronomical Range Stats

Tesla is leading the charge when it comes to the best battery range for any electric car currently in the market and the forthcoming Model Y is no exception. In their Q4 earnings report for 2019, Tesla projected that the Model Y would achieve 280, which then jumped to 315 miles of range on a …
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Cars

2020 Honda Civic Sport Touring: Can it be better than a Civic Si?

The Honda enthusiast scene has been around since the early 1990s, and maybe even before that. Over the past 30 years or so, anyone who has paid attention would have seen the evolution that the Honda scene has gone through; from big wings and body kits to making valiant efforts to blaze down the quarter-mile …
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Crossovers

What the Heck is a Kia Seltos?

With the variety of unique car names flooding the market over the past few years, we have to do a double-take every now and then and ask ourselves, “Why would they name a car that?” Case in point, the Kia Seltos. A quick Google search reveals that Kia named their small SUV after Celtos, the …
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