Skip to main content
Avatar photo
Section Editor - Pickup TrucksMore articles: SUVs

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.

927 posts From Author
An image of the 2021 Nissan Armada off-roading outdoors.
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Nissan Armada Is Still Missing a Vital Feature

The 2021 Nissan Armada got some refreshing updates. In fact, people who love this large family SUV are likely happy to discover that it didn’t lose its naturally aspirated V8 engine. In addition, the new Nissan Armada gets more power than its previous model. But this three-row Nissan SUV is still missing a vital feature. …
Published on
blue example of this sedan in the city
Sedans

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Limited Is Luxurious Beyond its Means

I recently spent a week in the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. Overall, I was utterly impressed with the features and the generally upscale feeling of the car as a whole. For the price point, we can ask for little more from a car. Standard features are generous in every trim level of this sedan. …
Published on
Cyber Supra Concept | flathat3d via Yanko Design
Trucks & SUVs

What if the Tesla Cybertruck and a Toyota Supra Had a Baby?

OK, yes. I know how weird this sounds. But really, what if the Tesla Cybertruck and a Toyota Supra had a baby? What would it look like? What would it do? Check out this crazy rendering of an insane SUV concept car. Well, It would look weird and futuristic for sure. The Tesla Cybertruck already …
Published on
a 2020 lexus GX 460 off-road
Trucks & SUVs

You Won’t Regret Buying a 2020 Lexus GX Instead of A Cadillac Escalade

Both the 2020 Cadillac Escalade and the 2020 Lexus GX are good luxury SUV options for families. However, the Lexus had fewer problems than the Cadillac in a consumer survey performed by J.D. Power. According to the survey, owners are a bit more satisfied with their GX 460 purchase than the Escalade in terms of …
Published on
A BMW X6 on display at an auto show
Trends

The 2020 BMW X6 Dominates Other Luxury SUVs

The luxury SUV segment accounts for a good size chunk of the booming family SUV market. The 2020 BMW X6 earned a place in the top spot on the J.D. Power list of the highest quality family SUV. It had the fewest problems recorded per 100 vehicles (PP100). It’s actually a very prestigious award among …
Published on
2021 Subaru Forester
Crossovers

Subaru Models Dominated This 2020 Best Resale Value SUVs List

Subaru has a reputation for durability, safety, and Japanese reliability. Brand loyalists turn to Subarus for generations buying one Subaru after another and often even passing them down to their kids––we’ve all seen those tear-jerking commercials. For 2020, the brand maintains its reputation by dominating Kelly Blue Book’s (KBB) list of 2020 best resale value …
Published on
Tesla Model 3 compact full electric car interior with a large touch screen on the dashboard on display at Brussels Expo
Trends

Your New Car’s WiFi Subscription Is Probably Worth Every Penny

An available WiFi hotspot is becoming increasingly common. More and more new cars produced each year offer this feature. Edmunds points out that there are many different pricing plans and options. But is the extra expense worth it? Why should we pay for a WiFi subscription if we already have a data plan on our …
Published on
2019 Ford Raptor emerging from dust
Trucks & SUVs

The Ford Raptor EcoBoost Engine Is an EcoBeast but Can it Compete?

The Ford F-150 Raptor is a coveted desert runner. Even for people who never plan to see their tires in the sand, the Raptor retains a certain aura. The cool points are undeniable, and this truck is highly capable off-road. The Ford Raptor EcoBoost engine definitely provides ample power, but how can it compete with …
Published on
2016 Toyota Tacoma in the wilderness
Trucks & SUVs

Saving Money on a Used Toyota Tacoma Model Is Almost Laughable

Toyota Tacoma compact pickup trucks appeal to a certain crowd of truck buyers. Those that want a good reliable pickup truck that will last a long time often turn to Toyota trucks because of the reputation there for reliability. They aren’t exactly the cheapest options, though––especially if you want one of the specialized off-road trims …
Published on
Sedans

The Dodge Charger Beat the Toyota Camry and the Honda Accord by Being the Cool Kid

Many auto industry awards are based on performance, safety, or reliability. We see individual awards, segment awards, and brand awards. In the case of this award for the Dodge Charger, however, favorites like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord lost the popularity contest. The 2020 Dodge Charger beat the 2020 Toyota Camry, the 2020 Honda …
Published on
2021 Mazda CX-30
Crossovers

What’s So Great About Mazda SUVs?

Since the Mazda-Go tricycle truck, the Mazda brand has come a very long way. Millions of Mazdas have been sold worldwide. Families choose Mazda crossover SUVs like the Mazda CX-9 and Mazda CX-5. Then there are smaller Mazda SUV options like the CX-30 and the CX-3. But what’s so great about Mazda SUVs? Mazda SUVs …
Published on
The Mazda MX-5 on display at the Brussels Motor Show
Trends

The 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata Is the Most Impractical Car That Everyone Needs

The week I spent in the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring RF hardtop convertible really opened my eyes. See, I’m a mom. I drive a minivan. In fact, I love my minivan. Practicality is the lens through which I try to see most of the world––especially when I’m reviewing cars. But no matter how …
Published on
2020 Toyota Camry XSE AWD front
Sedans

Is the New Toyota Camry Model Really Turning Heads Out in the Wild?

The Toyota Camry earned itself a name as a legendary family sedan that lasts longer than just about any other car on the road. But it kind of went through a really boring slump. It was still the reliable, roomy Toyota passenger car that built its reputation, but it’s been more like a driving appliance. …
Published on
A Hyundai Sonata on display at an auto show
Trends

If Hyundai Made a Minivan I’d Buy it… Oh, Wait

This week I’ve been driving the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. It’s roomy and immensely comfortable. The hybrid system makes for seldom trips in this Hyundai sedan to the fuel pump. But it’s no minivan. Overall, my experience of the Sonata has been overwhelmingly positive. I don’t love the way it looks, although the Oxford …
Published on
A mechanic working to fix a Ford F-150 with engine problems
Trends

Is Your Broken Ford EcoBoost Struggling to Satisfy?

We are not here, by any means, to say that the Ford EcoBoost engine is unreliable. On the contrary, it’s actually a great way to get a good power output while also giving vehicles better gas mileage. However, the recent news about EcoBoost class-action lawsuits and such are definitely a bit worrisome. If you are …
Published on
Toyota company logo seen on one of their car dealerships showrooms in London
Trends

How Toyota Took Over

Toyota Motor Corporation is the highest valued, most prominent carmaker on Earth. The success of cars like the Toyota Corolla and crossover SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 helped this Japanese car company rise to the top. Plus, the company puts out sturdy and reliable trucks such as the Toyota 4Runner and Toyota Tacoma pickup. This …
Published on