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Jordan Almond

Jordan Almond grew up Texan, hauling goosenecks and bumper pulls with her family’s dually. A former competitive equestrian, her experience driving trucks and towing horse trailers has provided a foundation for her pickup coverage and former weekly Toyota Tacoma installation. Jordan now serves as our Trucks, SUVs, & Crossovers Section Editor.

Jordan has a Bachelor’s in Rhetoric and Writing from the University of North Texas, and she wrote short fiction and poetry until joining MotorBiscuit in 2020. A lifelong adventurer, she can be found crafting pieces on RVs, camper vans, and overland conversions, although her library of automotive media covers a wide range of topics. Jordan credits motherhood and family life (chasing two boys) for providing her with more personal insights on new car reviews and informative pieces on consumer favorites.

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A man looking over his car, getting ready to change his oil during regular maintenance
Trends

Can You Avoid the Most Common Auto Repair Issues?

The most common auto repair issues can’t really be avoided. That said, here are some of the problems nearly every car owner will face. Even if you stay on top of regular maintenance, there’s a high likelihood you’ll deal with at least one of these common car problems during the life of your vehicle. Changing …
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The 2022 Nissan Frontier driving through dirt
Trucks & SUVs

Taco Tuesday: The 2021 Toyota Tacoma Still Crushes the 2022 Nissan Frontier

With the fresh release of the 2022 Nissan Frontier updates, other compact pickup trucks might feel a bit intimidated by all its fancy, well, newness. But is it actually better than favorites like the Toyota Tacoma? Have no fear Taco fans. In several ways, the 2021 Toyota Tacoma actually still crushes the 2022 Nissan Frontier. …
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a herd of reindeer crossing the road in front of an SUV
Trends

These Are the Most Commonly Reported Auto Insurance Claims

Owning a car isn’t always a source of fun. There’s maintenance, repairs to worry about, and insurance claims to deal with. If you get into an accident or something happens to your car that you don’t expect, you end up on the long and winding path of an insurance claim. If your claim is one …
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A red 2020 Honda Accord Sport 2.0T drives through a rain-soaked city
Sedans

There’s a Reason the Legendary Honda Accord Is Exalted by Car and Driver

The 2021 Honda Accord marks the third installment of the tenth generation of this legendary sedan. Since its debut in the mid-1970s, the Accord has stolen the hearts of countless drivers and passengers. There’s a reason the Honda Accord is exalted by Car and Driver. For the 35th year in a row, the 2021 Honda …
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2020 Lexus GX 460 with city scape in the background
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 Holds True to its Paradigm

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 has a rugged history. It’s reputed for its reliability and rugged off-road capability. However, this Lexus SUV still offers premium appointments with its luxury interior. After testing this body-on-frame luxury SUV option, I have to say it holds true to its paradigm. That it’s a luxury vehicle that brings a …
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a honda ridgeline at speed on a dirt road
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Honda Ridgeline Is Cool but Insensibly Expensive

Topping compact pickup truck lists across the board, the 2021 Honda Ridgeline is here to prove that a unibody truck can still bring it. The recent redesign of the Ridgeline gives it a new style that looks better than ever. That said, we think the redesigned 2021 Honda Ridgeline is cool but insensibly expensive. There’s …
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2021 Honda Ridgeline mudding
Trucks & SUVs

Is the Redesigned 2021 Honda Ridgeline Still a Unibody Pickup Truck?

The redesigned 2021 Honda Ridgeline compact pickup truck just emerged looked more aggressive than ever. But is this Honda still the same truck underneath? Is the new Honda Ridgeline still a unibody pickup truck? The short answer is yes. The redesigned 2021 Honda Ridgeline compact pickup truck retains its unibody construction. With underpinnings shared with …
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Ford Expedition on road
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford Expedition and the Chevrolet Tahoe Have Been at War for Decades

Since the 1990s, the Ford Expedition and the Chevrolet Tahoe have been prominent favorites of the SUV class. The 2021 Expedition and 2021 Tahoe are both great examples of a large family utility vehicle with three rows, and today they are each better and offer more tech and luxury than ever. But which one is …
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The 2021 Ford Ranger on the trails
Trucks & SUVs

These 2021 Toyota Tacoma Alternatives Are Cheaper Pickup Trucks

The 2021 Toyota Tacoma is a compact pickup truck with a loyal fanbase. But not everyone can afford a brand new Tacoma. These Toyota Tacoma alternatives are cheaper pickup trucks. While there are few vehicles that can rival the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and its off-road capability, there are definitely other compact pickup trucks that …
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front grille of a gray Lexus gx 460 in the city
Trucks & SUVs

We Went Mudding in the 2021 Lexus GX 460 And Only Got Stuck Once

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 is quite a beast. Built on the same platform as the global Toyota Land Cruiser Prado model, it certainly has rugged roots. But how capable is the GX 460? Well, we went mudding in the 2021 Lexus GX 460 and only got stuck once. Is the Lexus GX good for …
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Honda vehicles for sale at a dealership
Trends

What Is a Vehicle Monroney Sticker?

Every new car has a vehicle Monroney sticker. If you’ve ever heard someone talking about cars and they say something like “check the Monroney,” you may wonder what the heck that means. You’ll see them grace many a window if you are buying a new car and shopping models. What is a Monroney decal and …
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first-gen toyota tacoma pickup truck and the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX about to take off in a drag race
Trucks & SUVs

Taco Tuesday: Supercharged First-Gen Toyota Tacoma Gets Smoked by the Ram 1500 TRX

For the Toyota Tacoma pickup truck fans out there, the first-generation model is certainly a beloved favorite. They last a long time, are easily maintained to last an insane amount of miles, and––like any Tacoma––they are fun to customize and add to overtime. Even with all the improvements, this supercharged Toyota Tacoma gets smoked by …
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the new Land cruiser model on display is sure to be a different and better SUV than ever
Trucks & SUVs

Are We Actually Getting a 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser After All?

The 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 series shows itself in the following YouTube video with some super raw spy shots. It’s a completely new Land Cruiser model and we have questions. Are we actually getting a redesigned Toyota Land Cruiser after all? Will it still have a V8? Thanks to another intriguing video from Kirk …
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A photo of a 2017 Ford Explorer Outdoors.
SUVs

Is Your 2016 Ford Explorer Steering Wheel Squeaking?

The Ford Explorer has long been a popular SUV amongst the competition. In fact, it’s a staple in its class. But if you bought a new or used 2016 Ford Explorer, you might experience the steering wheel squeaking. This and other 2016 Ford Explorer problems keep it from being a good used SUV. On CarComplaints, …
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2020 Kia Telluride and 2020 Hyundai Palisade
SUVs

The 2021 Honda Pilot Barely Lost to the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade

For shoppers looking at midsize SUV models with a third row, the 2021 Kia Telluride and the 2021 Hyundai Palisade are viable options that often grace the top spot in their class. But the 2021 Honda Pilot barely lost to these popular crossovers on Edmunds‘ top three midsize SUVs with three rows of seating. The …
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2021 Toyota Sequoia Nightshade Edition
SUVs

Toyota and Ford Tie With a Luxury Brand for Most 2021 Models With Third Row Seats

If you are on the hunt for 2021 models with third row seats there are a lot of options. According to Cars.com, Toyota and Ford have the most models with this option. However, the famed luxury brand, Mercedes-Benz, also offers the same amount of options. As the SUV segment rages on in popularity more and …
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The new Midnight Edition Package, available on Nissan Armada SL, includes black exterior logos, black painted mirrors (heated, power adjust and fold, auto-dimming, reverse linked with puddle lights and LED turn signals), black painted roof rails, rear LED lamps with black paint finisher, black painted grille, and black painted front and rear skid plates.
SUVs

The Redesigned 2021 Nissan Armada Is Only a Little Bit Better

The 2021 Nissan Armada is redesigned with new tech, a fresh exterior look, a tuned V8, and a totally updated interior. But redesigns of other full-size three-row SUV options like the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 2021 GMC Yukon leap and bound past their predecessors. The all-new Armada might be better, but only a little …
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