We at Motor Biscuit are exposed to every facet of vehicle enthusiasm. We see the good, the bad, and the questionable. We’ve seen pickup trucks used for just about every imaginable need. Nature abhors a vacuum. You bought that truck to haul. You’re not making $600-a-month payments to have to rent something better for your …
In Russia versatility is everything. Money is really tight, so the more you can get for your buying buck the better for you. The Tupolev A-3 Aerosledge is just such a product. It’s anything you want it to be in a vehicle. Let’s say your commute includes swamps, lakes, highways, and byways. The Aerosledge can …
Let’s face it; the current Nissan 370Z is as old as the pyramids. Almost, anyway. It’s so old that there is concern it can’t meet some safety standards on the horizon. Yeah, that old. Unless Nissan radically updates it the current Z won’t meet the fed’s ever-tightening regulations. So what’s Nissan to do? It’s working …
With the US being the second-largest vehicle market in the world you would think we would get every kind of SUV. But no, we don’t. A case in point is the S-Cross SUV, also known as the SX4. The S-Cross is an SUV crossover made by Suzuki. We know that Suzuki flew the coop in …
Ford is aiming the sale of the new Bronco to specific enthusiasts within and without the off-road world. There are many ways it can appeal to enthusiasts depending on which ones it targets. One of those targets is those that see and feel nostalgia for the Bronco. For that group, there is only one type …
Fiat-Chrysler has been slow to embrace the EV hysteria auto manufacturers are racing to enter. Companies are spending billions of dollars in EV and autonomous development while Fiat Chrysler stands mute. But now for long. Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. is establishing a joint venture with Fiat Chrysler to build electric vehicles. The Taiwanese company …
“I know that you would like to see more light on this photo, but for now we will keep the mystery.” That’s what Genesis’ Chief Designer Luc Donckerwolke said during the GV80’s official debut. What he was referring to was the image displayed behind him during the reveal. It showed six vehicles in some dark …
Ford has been on a roll for the last few years with 2020 and 2021 marking a period of many new models debuting. It’s also a time for cleaving away storied sedan brands like the Taurus, Focus, and Fusion. But throughout the last few years, one thing has been consistent. Ford’s share price has been …
He’s threatened tariffs before but now he’s serious. President Trump has issued a private threat of 25% tariffs on all imported vehicles from Europe unless Britain, France, and Germany formally accused Iran of breaking the 2015 nuclear deal. Officials in all three countries were shocked at the idea of such a threat. “The tariff threat …
Since the first inkling that Ford might make a modern Bronco the internet has been flooded with images of how enthusiasts think it should look. In every case the desire to have it look a lot like the beloved first-generation Bronco is undeniable. But has Ford gotten the message? From spy-shot images of mules and …
There are some countries where it is illegal to replace tires with a larger size. That’s where we’re at based on the latest move by the Environmental Protection Agency. Sending fear through the aftermarket industry like nothing before it is going after companies for violating the Clean Air Act. The announcement today means the EPA …
Right off the bat, we’re grateful to GMC that it didn’t take on the styling aspects of its sibling Silverado for the all-new Yukon. Without the mish-mosh of zig-zagged styling exhibited by the Silverado the all-new 2021 GMC Yukon looks like a new generation of the short-wheelbase SUVs. Without the distraction of the overly busy …
We all lamented the announcement that the last American station wagon will be gone this year. The 2020 Buick TourX was supposed to be the final wagon made as most of the car companies stop making cars. But now this has popped up. Could this be a new 2021 Ford Fusion station wagon? If it …
Unfortunately, we have more recall news. Almost 700,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles in the US are being recalled. These are 2018 and 2019 models. The vehicles in question have fuel pumps that suddenly stop pumping. This leads to the car stalling according to Toyota. It affects the following non-hybrid models: 2018-19 Lexus LS 500, GS …
No, this is not Photoshopped and yes, this is an actual Prius created by Toyota. Actually, it’s technically Toyota, but it is from one of its sub-brands known as “Modellista.” It’s a concept called “Ambivalent RD Prius.” Yes, even the name is a bit kooky. Now that you’ve seen a return of fins with the …
The Bronco always gets the credit as the first four-wheel-drive SUV. But in reality, it was the International-Harvester Scout that actually was the first. And while those first-generation Scouts were good off-roaders, the second-gen is an exceptional example. Manufactured from 1971-1980 the Scout II was offered in different configurations with a multitude of interior and …
Ford really messed around with the F-150 SVT Lightning. Never meant as a “numbers” truck, it was a halo pickup to compete with Chevy’s 454 SS truck. But, it was not a “sticker” model. Though it shared most of its components with a garden-variety F-150, there was way more to them than that. The first-gen …
There once was another Mustang. Way before the Ford Mustang we know and love. It, too, was an SUV just like the recently revealed Mustang Mach E. And it started in 1948, over 15 years before the Ford version. In fact, Ford was sued over the name because of this car. Back in 1948 a …
The GMC Canyon midsize pickup is still a great truck after all these years. But seven years with virtually no exterior changes, we finally get to see a refresh. A new front end and some other changes make for a better pickup for 2021. There’s also the new AT4 off-road package. For the 2021 Canyon, …
In many ways it’s surprising we don’t hear about things like this more often. If you’re a vehicle engineer we’re sure they get the urge to test out the fruits of their efforts. It seems that’s exactly what happened not far from the home of the Corvette’s manufacturing plant. Two engineers were arrested in two …
Tesla’s Model 3 started right out of the gate with quality problems. Those seem to have subsided but there are other problems taking its place. Now that the 3 has been on the road we can get a better idea of what is facing owners as their Tesla ages. From Bloomberg comes the largest survey …
The rumors about the Hummer brand returning to GM have been flying around for months. It seemed a bit ludicrous that GM would add another brand to its portfolio. So many vehicle companies are cutting brands to consolidate messaging or lessen buyer overload. But now it is confirmed that the Hummer gas-guzzling brand is returning. …
Dealers at the raw end of auto loan scams have got to be a first. Follow along as we delve into this swindle involving Social Security numbers, credit privacy numbers, and something called synthetic identities. Credit applicants in on the swindle are changing the last four digits of a Social Security number. The numbers belong …
What’s happening to the Jeep Cherokee and Wrangler? SUVs are the hottest vehicle made today, but Cherokee sales are way off. Has it lost the magic it has held for so many years? In 2018 it hit almost 240,000 units sold. For 2019? Only a bit over 190,000. That’s a 20% slide in 2019. In …
Lamborghini is not resting on its laurels. It will expand the Urus SUV in very divergent paths toward the future. One path will be racing, which will happen in 2020. The other isn’t surprising, but it shows how Lambo sees the future. The 2020 Lamborghini Super Trofeo World Final is happening in Misano, Italy, at …
The 914 Porsche was the entry-level Porsche that most enthusiasts thought was really a VW. Porsche built over 115,000 914 models between 1970 and 1976, so it’s not even especially rare. You won’t believe the asking price for this 914. How about a million-dollar asking price? First, this is a 914/6 which is a completely …
There is a rash of tailgate thefts popping up around the country. In years past it was not a huge expense to have to replace a stolen tailgate. But today with backup cameras, built-in steps, and unique features it can run a few thousand dollars to replace. No matter where you live, it can happen. …
The 2021 Genesis GV80 is the first SUV that Genesis will manufacture. It’s taken years of development to finally reach showroom floors. You’re excused if you didn’t know Genesis as a stand-alone luxury brand under the Hyundai tent. That’s because it sold only 21,000 vehicles in total for 2019. In these times any vehicle manufacturer …
Don’t you just love the interweb? Just type in any question and a flood of helpful answers come gushing forth. Also, a tidal wave of crazy nonsense-that some out there actually believe. Take car sickness, for instance. You know, like when your child or partner starts feeling nauseous from the movement of the car? You …
This is a tear-jerker about a distraught little girl who lost her father right after he sold the family’s beloved Mustang fastback. Ella holds a lot of memories shared with her dad from the car that made it more than just a car to her. We also have video of the reunion so if you’re …
The next saga in the incredible story of auto titan Carlos Ghosn and his escape from Japan launched today. His tell-all press conference was two hours of facts, figures, and hyperbole. Ghosn was making his case in the court of public opinion. Ghosn’s main vindictive was at Japan’s criminal justice system and individuals within Nissan …
Man, all-electric SUVs from startups are coming out of the woodwork. The latest is from China with some controversial features. The M-Byte SUV from Byton had a production-ready prototype at the CES Show in Las Vegas. With a 224-mile range and a list price of $45,000, it seems to fit the conventional EV mode. The …
For Aston Martin 2019 was not kind. While we wait for the arrival of the DBX SUV Aston’s grim annual profit was cut in half in 2019. Now it says it’s “reviewing planning for 2020” while it is in talks with investors looking for potential equity investment. Canadian billionaire and Formula One team owner Lawrence …
Suzuki seems to have the corner on wacky, weird, small trucks we want. Why aren’t these sold in the US? They’re small, but not like those tiny golf cart electric maintenance trucks you see at nurseries and hotels. Those aren’t even legal for street use. Trucks like the Suzuki Jimny are. Now, there are conversion …
Everyone was shocked at the 2020 CES show when Sony pulled the wraps off of its own concept car called Vision S. Wait, what? Yeah, Sony built a car. No one expected it would reveal a vehicle at CES. So, what’s going on with this latest entry in the electric vehicle zeitgeist? No one expected …
Why was 2019 the 43rd year in a row that Ford’s F-series was the top-selling pickup truck in the US? Or asked another way, Why was Ford’s F-series the top-selling vehicle in the US for the 38th year in a row? How is it that Ford sold just shy of 900,000 F-series trucks in 2019? …
How did the 2020 Honda Pilot get to $50,000? Yes, it’s a great three-row SUV if you’re on a budget. At least it used to be if you were on a budget. The Black Edition is new for 2020 and is the top of the heap as Pilots go. That’s why it’s so expensive. Maybe …
For being the most important SUV that Ford makes the new Explorer has been a disaster from one end to the other. Now comes news that overall 2019 Ford sales dropped 1.3% due to the Explorer’s disastrous issues. Sales in the fourth quarter were down 15% after the disastrous third quarter when sales plummeted almost …
To be honest, a lot of us can take or leave some of the new safety features developed in the last couple of years. But here is something that technology has bequeathed upon us that we really want. Bosch has developed a “virtual visor” that actually improves driving by blocking out the sun blinding your …
We knew that if the earlier quarter production figures held up for Q4 that Ram would beat Chevy for second place in pickup truck sales, and it has. For the first time ever Chevy has slipped to third behind Ram. No one could have seen this coming. Here’s our best shot at what caused this …
Do you remember Quadrasteer? It was a revolutionary steering feature for Chevy and GMC pickups. The system allowed any truck it was installed on to have a turning circle of a Chevy Spark. It was a four-wheel steering system, and those who stepped up raved about it. Quadrasteer made its debut in 2002 in the …
No vehicle has done this one thing in the history of automobiles. Introduced in 2008 as 2009, the Dodge Challenger has lasted virtually unchanged for 13 years. But that’s not the industry-first it has achieved. The industry-first is that the Challenger has sold more units each subsequent year than it did for 2009. That is …
Your new SUV was fine for a few hundred miles. Then the electric gremlins started. The audio volume would blast randomly. The infotainment screen went blank. Each time you took it back to the dealer it had your SUV for a couple of days. You’d pick it up and sometimes leaving the dealer or within …
There are now almost 60,000 Dodge Hellcats of different stripes prowling the highways and dark places of America. There will be many more before Dodge implodes or otherwise stops making them. To many, 60,000 Hellcats is just great. And it is, except that there’s one very dark, very scary thing about 60,000 Hellcats in the …
Ford and GM have a huge advantage over their Japanese and German rivals. We’re seeing it in the number of Japanese companies in the hottest segments with the oldest models, and European companies rich in cars but almost nonexistent in trucks and SUVs. It took a while for this to happen, but US manufacturers are …
This is a bad way to start your New Years’ day. Outside of a Carthage, Missouri, adult video store, a man carjacked a GMC pickup. With a sleeping passenger inside. And a goat in the bed. Allegedly on meth. The owner of the GMC Sierra had gone inside with the passenger asleep when a man …
Let’s say you want to convey a certain image while cruising around in your car or truck. You’ve decided that the macho look of big mustache and flower shirts just isn’t cutting it. You want to make a statement when you pull up to the racket club or tailgate before the big game. What you …
Nothing like James Bond-cool ever happens in the auto industry. Until yesterday. If you haven’t been following the saga of Carlos Ghosn, the former head of Renault/Nissan/Mitsubishi, you must not like mystery novels. There has been some crazy stuff going on with this whole episode, and it’s real. And, it’s happening to one of the …
Ford announced this week that the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV is sold out for the first year’s run. And Ford hasn’t even built one. In fact, it hasn’t even ramped up an assembly line for it yet. All of the Mustang enthusiasts screamed bloody murder about Ford calling an electric SUV a Mustang. But after …
The charts and analysis are so confusing. Are electric vehicle sales up or down? Are all of the other countries seeing a rise in electric vehicle sales except the US? Did electric vehicle sales tank in 2019? The standard response to the number of EV sales in the US is 2%. It’s 3% in California. …
