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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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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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?” …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan
Cars

Is the Honda Civic Si Worth Buying?

Just like a black cup of coffee, the Honda Civic has always been a practical and dependable choice. But if you want to add a little spice to that cup of Joe, then the Honda Civic Si is the way to go. Since 1986, the “Sport injected” variant of the Civic has been the go-to …
Crossovers

2020 Audi SQ7: A 500 Horsepower People Hauler

The Audi Q7 went through a mid-cycle refresh for the 2020 model year, which includes updated front and rear fascias and an interior update that follows suit with the existing Audi Q8. While this news is great for any prospective Q7 buyers, and sad news for anyone that bought a 2019 Audi Q7, the more …