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Thom Taylor

Thom Taylor is a celebrated automotive journalist. He was awarded the Top 100 Most Influential People in Hot Rodding from Hot Rod Magazine, and was inducted into the Grand National Roadster Show Hall of Fame and the National Rod and Custom Hall of Fame. He’s a member of SEMA and the NHRA.

Thom has authored a number of books, including Hot Rod & Custom Chronicle and several guides for drawing vehicles like a pro, which pull from his distinguished ventures as an automotive illustrator.

Thom joined the MotorBiscuit team in 2019, and focuses his coverage on new vehicle releases, design, and the latest features and tech in the industry. His tenure of 25 years writing about the industry gives him a unique context for the auto news he covers, whether it’s part of the Rusty Monday series or the latest news from Chevy. Thom has built two complete cars from the ground up and driven vintage roadsters at the Indy 500.

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2021 Aiways U6ion EV Crossover | Aiways-
Hybrids & EVs

China’s Tesla Fighter Is Aiways U6ion EV: Can It Compete?

It’s just a matter of time until China invades our shores with interesting and less-expensive vehicles in all segments. Some think it might be by the end of 2020. The latest to pique our interest is the Aiways U6ion crossover. Right now it’s a concept but it sure looks like it’s production-ready. It’s based on …
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The 2021 Genesis G80 Revives Signature 1960s Pontiac Feature

The new 2021 Genesis G80 midsize sedan marketers are very proud of its new signature “two lines” lighting. It’s the main topic when journos gather to hear Genesis promoters wax on about the amazing features of the G80. Genesis designers were so proud of it they sprinkled the two lines feature all around the G80s …
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Hybrids & EVs

Better Off Buying A New Tesla Than Used?

Used Teslas hold their value. It’s the way of the world. You can pick up used Nissan Leafs and electric Ford Focus for under ten-grand. But a used Tesla? Depending on which model you’re looking at around $40,000 give or take ten-grand. Yeah, the spread is that big. So, used Teslas go for so much …
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Aston Martin 2021 V12 Speedster-No Top, No Screen, No Prob

No windshield, no top, no problem. This Aston Martin 2021 V12 Speedster is the work of Aston’s “Q by Aston Martin.” It is the customizing arm of Aston for “very discerning, enthusiastic  customers.” You’ll want to get yours at the rock bottom price of $950,000. Deliveries start in 2021. Only 88 will be produced.  This …
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Hybrids & EVs

GM Reveals 10 Future EVs You Need To Know About

GM has a problem. It’s dumping hundreds of millions of dollars into the whole EV thing and it can’t bank on any of it. Wall Street looks at them as rust belt tech while a company like Tesla is a “tech company.” GM can protest all it wants but at the end of the day, …
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The New Batmobile Looks Like A Hacked Heap

Yeah, so the engine for the new Batmobile in the upcoming Batman movie is in the rear. We hope Batman has had experience with 1970s 911s or Corvairs. That extreme understeer-to- whipsaw-oversteer in a split-second is a bitch. And it will take some real skill to do those quick end-to-end alleys turns with that lunk …
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Infiniti Will Be Dead By 2030: Here’s Why

What’s bad for Nissan is worse for Infiniti. And things are really bad for Nissan right now. Of course, Infiniti is the upscale/luxury division of Nissan. Sometimes it just seems like Nissan doesn’t know what to do with Infiniti. But that’s not what this is about. By the time Nissan gets it together, it will …
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The Renault Morphoz Concept Transforms From Commuter To People Mover

When you read about what the 2020 Renault Morphoz concept car does you might have to read it again. The Morphoz concept can lengthen or shrink based on the driver’s needs. If it needs to transport one or two people to a destination, it will stay in its economy length. But, if it needs to …
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Is This 2021 Wagon A Buick, Mercedes, Or Subaru?

We all like station wagons at Motor Biscuit. We study them and even on occasion buy one. So when this popped up in our feed today the question posed is “what is it?” Is this 2021 wagon a Mercedes E-Class, Subaru Outback, or Buick TourX? We ask because it’s impossible to tell. That’s not a …
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Will NASCAR Be Dragged Into The 1980s With New Rules Changes?

Whoever said “time changes everything” never followed NASCAR. No change is a good change to the overlords of NASCAR. Those 15-inch tires and carburetors were good for NASCAR’s forefathers, so they should be good for the young whippersnappers of today. But having relevance to cars and technology of today and tomorrow is a draw. Especially …
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Remember the 1000 HP Hellephant? After Two Years It’s Finally Here

Remember the Hellephant? It is the stout 1,000 hp crate engine from Mopar that has never materialized. Well, until now. After a giant push at the 2018 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, we expected to see orders materialize and engines arriving at customer’s garages. Well, in two days the entire year’s production estimate sold out.  …
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Hyundai Prophecy Concept Hints At “Sensuous Sportiness” Design

Hyundai revealed a design exercise concept it wants to reflect and influence how its cars look going forward. Called “Prophecy” it marks the company’s “Sensuous Sportiness” direction. Especially, with using black as its color maybe it should be called “Sinister Sportiness” instead. The fluid, organic body surfaces give a slipperier aero look that is very …
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Hybrids & EVs

Aston Martin Wants A Reversible EV Transplant In All Its Classics

All Art: Alejandro Burdisio https://www.artstation.com/burda You realize, don’t you, that as car enthusiasts and probably collectors we’re all headed on the Hellbound Train? The Hellbound Train is headed directly toward that day when your internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle will not be allowed to be driven on public or private roads. Or you’ll be rationed …
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Here’s BMW’s Tesla Fighter: Will It Really Be?

What has been leaked today are images of BMW’s Concept i4. It was supposed to be revealed tomorrow at an internet release because the Geneva Motor Show where it would have debuted was canceled due to the coronavirus. Things are a bit wacky right now so at any rate, this is what you were supposed …
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McLaren GT Verdant: Cashmere Interior, 430 Hour Paint Job

Being different at a cost, but what cost? That’s the question you have to ask yourself to own something like the McLaren GT Verdant Theme by MSO. We’ll be quoting a lot from the press release so bear with this. All McLarens are unique, but now there are “bespoke” options for those willing to pay …
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Alfa Gets Down To Business: Lightweight 533 HP 2020 Giulia GTA, GTAm

We’ve been waiting for Alfa Romeo to get some of its mojo back. It has a rep for some kick-ass sedans from back in the day, but up to now, it has been a series of nothing burgers. Sure, the 4c is a fun sporty roadster but it seems like a swooped up Miata. And …
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Motorcycles

Harley-Davidson’s CEO Just Quit: Here’s The Problem

Matt Levatich has been CEO of Harley-Davidson for just under five years. In that time sales have dropped every year. Here’s the problem; Harley’s customers are aging out. They’ve either got the Harley or Harleys they want and they’re through. That or they’re dying or dead. Sorry to be so blunt but that’s a lot …
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Top 25 Collector Vehicles Hot Right Now

While Duesenbergs and Ferraris will always be high on collector car want lists they’re mostly unaffordable. There are less expensive examples of motoring majesty that are seeing quite a lot of activity. They’re also seeing a lot of hiked prices with more stepping up to add to their collections and enjoy. Our friends at Hagerty …
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2021 Citröen Ami | PSA-
Hybrids & EVs

Would You Buy A Citröen Ami For $22 A Month?

Right out of the gate let’s say that the Citröen Ami is not like a Smart car. That’s about the closest thing to the Ami we’ve had in the US. We wouldn’t say it’s “basic” so much as it is a different mindset. We say that because the top speed is only 28 mph, and …
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Can I Get The Coronavirus From A Car?

The fears of the ongoing coronavirus are real and the threat remains. Concerned individuals have a lot of questions surrounding the virus. One of them centers on everyone’s main form of transportation; their cars. Can you get the coronavirus from a car? The answer is that it depends. Right now the World Health Organization (WHO) …
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