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Sam Philbrook

Sam Philbrook is a contributing writer for MotorBiscuit.

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BMW ALPINA B7 xDrive side view
Tips, Tricks & Trends

You’ll Have to Pay For Every Ounce of Luxury in the 2020 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive

Since its announcement, the 2020 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive created a great source of excitement and speculation about what future years may bring. The models currently available push the boundaries of what you can expect to find in a sedan, and it doesn’t look like BMW’s ready to quit any time soon. What you’re getting on the Alpina B7 xDrive BMW …
BMW M8 Coupe parked on the track
Sedans & Coupes

Don’t Expect the BMW M8 Coupe or Convertible Anytime Soon

Fans of BMW‘s luxury vehicles have already experienced disappointment about the 2021 models. First of all, the 2021 BMW Alpina XB7 has already sold out. There’s always the pre-owned market, but if you were waiting for a 2021 vehicle to be used then it’s unlikely you wanted to buy it this year. But cars selling out is an …
A Hyundai Veloster is displayed at the North American International Auto Show
Coupes

The 2021 Hyundai Veloster Lives up to Its Reputation With Its Manual Transmission

The 2020 Hyundai Veloster is already an interesting story. Hyundai doesn’t really have a history of making sporty cars available in the United States, but they seem to have thrown everything they have at recent model years of the Veloster. At a price comparable to other “hot hatches,” Hyundai made the Veloster accessible and fun …
2020 Audi Q3 S Line is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place
Crossovers

The 2017 Audi Q3 Is a Great Way to Get Luxury Quality for a Budget Price

Everyone knows that a car loses some portion of its value when you drive it off the lot. 10 percent, 15 percent, 20 percent – it varies by model. But buying a new vehicle will always be significantly more expensive than a used version of the same model. While this might make purchasing a new …
Journalists take a look at the 2018 Honda Odyssey during a press conference at the 2017 North American International Auto Show
Tips, Tricks & Trends

Recall: 212,000 New Honda Odyssey Models Have a Safety Feature Malfunction

When it comes to reliability and quality at a reasonable price, no company has built up as much of a reputation as Honda. The Honda Odyssey is one of the most popular family vehicles on the road, and Honda has done everything they can to make the minivan good for the entire family. But recent …
The 2021 Ford Bronco two door model, which is set to compete against the Jeep Wrangler
Trucks & SUVs

Will the New Ford Bronco Really Steal Jeep Wrangler Fans?

Ford’s recent announcement of the 2021 Bronco was seen by many as a shot at Jeep. Wranglers have been the same year after year, and the market may be open to a little competition. Ford is trying to make its move by providing a driving experience that the Jeep Wrangler simply can’t measure up to. …
The Toyota Supra is on display at the Dream Car exposition, which is part of the Brussels Motor Show
Coupes

Would a Manual Transmission Make Buyers Want the Toyota Supra?

The Toyota Supra is the epitome of the stylish Japanese muscle car, and Toyota has recently spent a lot of time and effort trying to restore the brand’s popularity to the glory days of the ’90s. The 2020 Toyota Supra GR had some promise, but there is also a long list of issues to resolve …
Toyota Prius + mpv stationwagon on display at Brussels Expo
Tips, Tricks & Trends

These Are the Safest and Most Affordable Toyotas You Can Buy

Parents who have to choose a vehicle for their teens’ first car are often surprised at the long list of potential options. Even consumers who might have purchased half a dozen cars for themselves throughout their life see buying a car for their child as a completely separate endeavor – and it is. Inexperienced drivers are …
Lexus UX seen at the New York International Auto Show
Crossovers

Does the 2020 Lexus UX Even Count as a Subcompact Luxury SUV?

The 2020 Lexus UX is Lexus’s latest venture into the SUV market, and it comes in two major types. The UX 200 is unmistakably a Lexus but also doesn’t appear to have the same luxury feel like many of the other Lexus vehicles. It’s stylish, but it’s also apparent how Lexus got it out the …
The KIA Telluride is seen at the 2020 New England Auto Show Press Preview at Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
Midsize

The Kia Telluride Is Quite Literally Too Popular

The 2020 Kia Telluride came out of nowhere to smash expectations, even winning the Motor Trend SUV of the Year award and the World Car of the Year award. Kia has historically produced reliable vehicles at affordable prices, but the success of the Telluride has surprised even the Korean manufacturer. Struggling to keep up with …
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon seen at the New York International Auto Show
Trucks & SUVs

The Head of Jeep Says Fans Were Right to Keep Asking These 2 Questions

The Jeep Gladiator a couple of years back debuted to mixed reviews, but die-hard Jeep enthusiasts are loving it. The return to manufacturing new trucks is a throwback to the past, and the EcoDiesel engine sets the new version apart from most of the other trucks in its class. For a company whose history extends …
The precursor to the 2020 Expedition SUV goes through the assembly line at the Ford Kentucky Truck Plant
Trucks & SUVs

The 2020 Ford Expedition Is the Best Full-Size SUV This Year, Says Autotrader

While the Ford Expedition has been criticized by some as an “overpriced Kia Telluride,” it’s still one of the more popular options on the road. Even a comparison to the Telluride should tell consumers that the Expedition is checking out since the Telluride won the 2020 Motor Trend Car of the Year award. But the …