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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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Trends

Next Nissan 370Z Is Coming And It’s Retro

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 …
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2020 Suzuki S-Cross | Suzuki
Trucks & SUVs

Why Can’t We Get The S-Cross In The US?

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 …
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Jay Leno 1968 Ford Bronco SEMA | Ford-00
Trucks & SUVs

Will The New Bronco Have A V8?

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 …
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Trucks & SUVs

Fiat Chrysler And iPhone Manufacturer Join Forces In China

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 …
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2021 Genesis teaser at 2020 GV80 debut | Genesis
Midsize

Here’s All Of The 2021 Genesis Line Revealed (Sort Of)

“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 …
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Trends

Is Ford Headed For Bankruptcy?

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 …
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Porsche Manufacturing | Getty-0
Trends

Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs On All Euro Vehicles-Better Buy Them Now

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 …
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Trucks & SUVs

Does The New Ford Bronco Hit The Right Amount of Nostalgia To Succeed?

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 …
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Diesel truck rolling coal
Trends

Enormous EPA Fines Could Signal Beginning Of End Of Aftermarket Parts

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 …
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2021 GMC Yukon AT4
Trucks & SUVs

Redesigned 2021 GMC Yukon Denali Is Better Than You Imagine

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 …
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2020 Ford Fusion/Mondeo wagon | Ford-0
Crossovers

Is A Ford Fusion Station Wagon Coming In 2021?

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 …
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A Lexus LS 500h hybrid automobile
Trends

700,000 Toyota/Lexus Recalled-Is Yours One Of Them?

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 …
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Toyota Modellista Ambivalent RD Concept 2020-0
Trends

A Prius To Make You Puke? “Ambivalent RD” Concept

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 …
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1971-80 International Scout II
Trucks & SUVs

International Scout IIs Are Climbing In Value And Collectibility

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 …
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2019 Ford F-150 two door truck parked near warehouse
Trucks & SUVs

You Can Buy A Brand New 2019 F-150 Ford Lightning

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 …
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1949 Mustang Whale
Trucks & SUVs

Yes, There Really Was A Mustang Teardrop SUV in 1948

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 …
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2021 GMC Canyon AT4
Trucks & SUVs

First Look: 2021 GMC Canyon Refresh + “AT4” Package

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, …
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Trends

GM Engineers Are Arrested For Drag Racing Two 2020 Corvettes

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 …
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Tesla Model 3
Hybrids & EVs

This Survey Of Owners Tells Of Tesla Model 3 Problems

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 …
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Hummer
Trucks & SUVs

It’s Official: Hummer Returns As All-Electric SUV

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.  …
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