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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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2021 Toyota Tundra Nightshade
Trucks & SUVs

The New Toyota Tundra Has a Glaring Problem That Could Be a Deal-Breaker

J.D. Power is one of several critics that write up an in-depth review of popular cars, trucks, and SUVs. For Toyota, durable trucks are expected––so it’s no surprise that the 2020 Toyota Tundra earned the highest ranking in its class for dependability. But what’s up with this glaring issue? Is this problem really a thing? …
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a new CR-V in the city
Crossovers

The Agility of the 2021 Mazda CX-5 vs. the Utility of the 2021 Honda CR-V

The Mazda CX-5 and the Honda CR-V are both leaders in their class. Each of these two-row compact SUVs readily achieves its goal of being a versatile and high quality family crossover. But how do they compare? The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is noted for its agility, while the 2021 Honda CR-V earns accolades for utility. …
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An electric blue 2021 Honda Pilot on the track.
Midsize

The 2021 Honda Pilot ‘Isn’t Exactly a Joy to Drive’

The Honda Pilot is a staple among three-row SUVs. However, Honda‘s largest SUV is only No. 10 of 26 mid-sized SUVs. While it’s still in the upper half of the bunch, the 2021 Honda Pilot ranked considerably lower on Consumer Reports‘ list than one might think. The Pilot is quick, comfortable, and refined, but it’s …
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2021 Toyota Tacoma on display
Trucks & SUVs

Taco Tuesday: This 2021 Toyota Tacoma Safety Feature Mysteriously Costs Extra

The 2021 Toyota Tacoma is the most popular compact pickup truck. In fact, they aren’t always easy to find, and used models don’t save much money unless you go several models years back. But, interestingly enough, the 2021 Toyota Tacoma doesn’t offer this safety feature unless you pay extra for it. This week for Taco …
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A press image of a silver 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition in a southwestern outdoors scene
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ram 1500 Is a Kind and Gentle Pickup Truck

In the road test review by Consumer Reports, the 2021 Ram 1500 pickup truck received a number of compliments. Its overall score ties with the 2021 Toyota Tundra. Still, it’s sitting pretty up top in the No. 1 spot on the list of best full-size pickup trucks. This is largely due the fact that the …
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2021 Lexus LC 500 | Lexus-
Coupes

The 2021 Lexus LC 500h Is More Than a Midlife Crisis Car

A little while back, I had the privilege of testing out the 2021 Lexus LC 500h for a week. Recently, I overheard someone saying that this Lexus model is a bit of a midlife crisis car. I have to say I disagree. Gone are the days when a $100,000 Lexus coupe could only be one …
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2021 Toyota Tacoma on display
Trucks & SUVs

How Will the Toyota Tacoma Survive Until 2022?

The last full redesign seen by Toyota’s popular Tacoma was for the 2016 model year. So what does that mean for the future of this tough little truck? How will the Toyota Tacoma survive until 2022? According to The Drive, it’s actually very likely that the Toyota Tacoma won’t even see a full workup and …
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An image of a Toyota GR Super Sport parked in a warehouse.
Trends

Upcoming Toyota Models Have Something to Prove

Models like the Toyota Camry and Toyota Corolla, or even the tough Toyota Tundra, are popular and durable. They are marketed as simple cars for simple purposes. However, some folks look at the Toyota lineup and think––boring. So ho will the Japanese automaker continue propelling itself into the future? This year, we saw the release …
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100th anniversary Mazda Miata MX-5 with a 1960 Mazda R360
Sedans

What’s So Great About Mazda Cars?

Since the old school “zoom-zoom” commercials, Mazda cars have made quite a name for themselves. These days, the Mazda slogan says “driving matters,” and the company holds claim to a lineup of cars said to be fun to drive. Year after year, the MazdaBut what’s so great about Mazda cars? This isn’t a brand with …
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2021 Toyota Tundra Trail Edition parked near mountains
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Toyota Tundra Is Limited

The 2021 Toyota Tundra pickup truck is Consumer Reports‘ most reliable full-size pickup truck of all the 2021 models tested thus far. In addition, it tied with the 2021 Ram 1500 for the highest overall score. But the 2021 Toyota Tundra is limited. Consumer Reports certainly appreciates this truck’s predicted reliability. In addition, the publication …
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Sea-Doo and a Honda Elite motor scooter combined to make a road faring jet ski
Trends

Once Upon a Time in Florida This Man Actually Rode his Sea-Doo on the Highway

What better way to get to the gym than a Sea-Doo? A street legal Sea-Doo blended with a 1989 Honda Elite motor scooter, of course. Young Trey Yarbrough lives in Florida and saw no reason not to create the street-legal jet ski chariot of his dreams. A couple of years ago, the Miami Herald reported …
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2019 Ford Raptor emerging from dust
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford F-150 Raptor Engine Also Powers This Expensive Luxury SUV

While the Ford F-150 Raptor certainly has its fair share of appeal, it’s still a big brawny Ford pickup truck. For some, power is best enjoyed in a cushy, expensive luxury SUV. While the Raptor is desert dune royalty, the Lincoln Navigator is a luxury SUV with just as much power, but a lot more …
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Two 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road trucks parked in a field
Trucks & SUVs

Taco Tuesday: The 2021 Toyota Tacoma Is Struggling to Meet Demands

The Toyota Tacoma, or Taco, is the most popular compact pickup truck in its class. As such, factories are struggling to keep up with demand. According to Automotive Industry, North American Toyota factories aren’t having an easy time of it when it comes to keeping dealers stocked with 2021 Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks. The pandemic …
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the Shelby F-150 Super Snake vs the Ram 1500 TRX on a straight track in a pickup truck drag race
Trucks & SUVs

Guess Who Wins This 700 HP Ford and Ram Pickup Truck Drag Race

Is it the Ram 1500 TRX or the Shelby F-150 Super Snake that takes the win in this drag race? In the video, we see the two pickup truck beasts battle it out on a straightaway track. One race is from a standstill. The other is a rolling start. Both races see the same result. …
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2021 Toyota 4Runner Trail Edition off-roading
Trends

The 2021 Toyota 4Runner Still Has its Selling Points

While the 2021 Toyota 4Runner is an SUV that seems a little overpriced, it has its selling points. There’s a reason why Toyota still sells so many units each year. This year, there’s a new Lunar Rock paint color for the 2021 TRD Pro model. It’s undeniably rugged and cool looking––especially in the trail or …
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An orange Corvette is on a coastal road by cliffs
Trends

The 2021 Chevy Corvette C8 Is an American Supercar Outfitted for Daily Driving

The Chevrolet Corvette is an American legend. Over the years it’s remained a paradigm of performance as it evolved into a modern American supercar. Car and Driver praised the first model year of this domestic mid-engine C8-generation Corvette. This year, their review is still positive. Although it’s lost its manual transmission, the 2021 Chevy Corvette …
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2021 GMC Canyon AT4
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 GMC Canyon Came in Dead Last

The 2021 GMC Canyon shows up in last place of all the compact pickup trucks tested by Consumer Reports for the 2021 model year. That means out of six tested compact pickup trucks, the new Canyon is listed dead last. But this truck offers a diesel engine –– a feature that most others in its …
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2021-Toyota-4Runner-Trail-Edition parked in gravel is a cool but expensive SUV
Trucks & SUVs

The New Toyota 4Runner Is Cool But Insensibly Expensive

The new Toyota 4Runner is a good reliable SUV. It’s one of the few family SUVs still built with a body-on-frame design rather than a unibody construction. It’s easy to feel tempted to buy one with all of the end of the year sales still going on and tantalizing models like the Toyota 4Runner TRD …
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2021 Honda Ridgeline mudding
Trucks & SUVs

The 2 Best 2021 Compact Pickup Trucks Are Also the Most Expensive

For the 2021 model year, the 2021 Honda Ridgeline was named No. 1 in its class. Second place goes to the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The two best 2021 compact pickup trucks are also the most expensive. Sometimes it’s worth it to spend a bit more for a higher quality product. But what is it about …
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