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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 green electric SUV in the snow
Trends

Rivian R1S Revealed––A Sneak Peek at the Launch Edition Configurator

If the elves of Middle Earth drove modern adventure vehicles, we are pretty sure the Rivian lineup would be their top choice. The Rivian electric pickup truck and SUV will fall into the hands of consumers at the end of the summer next year. However, our editorial team got a bit of a sneak peek. …
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2020 Toyota Land Cruiser
Trends

The Toyota Land Cruiser Is an Under the Radar Showoff

The Toyota Land Cruiser has been a benchmark in the Toyota truck and SUV lineup for decades. It’s a legend in the global off-road community. It’s an incredibly capable family SUV, equipped with a V8 engine and an array of off-road driving features. But it’s also no showy Lexus luxury SUV like the Lexus LX. …
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Honda vehicles for sale at a dealership
Trends

What’s So Great About Honda Cars?

Honda cars are a symbol of Honda brand reliability, durability, and performance to a vast spectrum of brand loyalists. In addition, popular cars like the Honda Civic and the Honda Accord attract new buyers each year. The more people own and drive models like the Honda Fit or Insight, the more popular they become. Plus …
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2020 Kia Telluride driving down a dirt road
Trucks & SUVs

There’s Only 1 Good Reason to Choose the Kia Telluride Over the Mazda CX-9

Both the Mazda CX-9 and the Kia Telluride are popular three-row family SUV options. Each offers a range of trim options, affordable pricing, and loads of driver assistance and safety features. The 2021 Kia Telluride is a compelling choice for a new SUV. But when we look closer at the 2021 Mazda CX-9, there’s really …
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The 2020 Mazda CX-5 on display in the middle of a road
Crossovers

People Had Problems Until Mazda Fixed the CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 is a leader in the segment. But it hasn’t always been as great as it is today. Introduced in the 2013 model year, the Mazda CX-5 compact SUV challenges others like the Toyota Rav4 and the Subaru Forester. In fact, it earned a Consumer Reports recommendation for every year since it began …
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the 2021 TRD Pro lineup in lunar rock in a sandy scene
Trucks & SUVs

What’s So Great About Toyota Trucks and SUVs?

Toyota trucks and SUVs enjoy a reputation for being hardy and reliable. There are several options. From the luxurious Land Cruiser climber to the tough Tacoma trail truck, there is a long-lasting and capable Toyota pickup truck or SUV for pretty much anyone. But what makes them so great? Sure, we’ve seen videos of people …
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A photo of the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX outdoors.
Trucks & SUVs

Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?

As the pickup truck evolved, it moved into position as America’s favorite automobile choice. With utilitarian roots, trucks and their pickup beds have been helping farmers and ranchers for nearly a century. Popular pickup trucks like the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, or Ram 1500 have become more than a cowboy’s chariot. Today, families in city …
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an overland build all starts with a G-wagon like this one proving its off-road prowess in the sand
SUVs

Really? A $4,500 G-Wagon?

Yes, we’ve heard the Post Malone song. We know the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is a cool SUV. But it’s also out of reach in terms of pricing for most people. While we get that its crazy price tag is part of why people covet this big Mercedes truck, we can’t help but wonder. Is there a …
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2021 Kia Sorento driving through a stream
Crossovers

Is the 2021 Kia Sorento X-Line Just Playing Dress Up?

The newly revealed Kia Sorento X-Line package boasts awesome exterior styling. It’s no secret that looking like an outdoor adventurer totally adds cool points to the overall package. Because of this, people love off-road warriors like the Jeep Wrangler and the Toyota 4Runner. But a down-and-dirty mudder on a ladder frame can feel a bit …
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2019 Ram 3500HD
Trucks & SUVs

Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Standoff: Ram vs. Ford

Trucks are an incredibly popular choice for U.S. buyers. Not everyone needs a heavy duty truck with a big diesel engine. But for those who do, there are a few options out there. Two of the primary choices for people that want a big ol’ heavy hauler are the Ram 2500 or 3500 and the …
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Trucks & SUVs

The ‘Wicked Wrangler’ Pickup Truck

For 2021, the Gladiator pickup truck gets a cool new edition. The Willys Edition Jeep Gladiator is a formidable off-roading companion with specialized tuning to make this truck an even better 4×4 adventurer. In fact, Andrew Nabors with the DuPont Registry Daily News calls this thing a ‘Wicked Wrangler.’ “In 1949, the Jeep Willys-Overland CJ-3A started …
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2020 Nissan TITAN PRO-4X pickup truck parked on sandy road
Trucks & SUVs

3 Good Reasons You Don’t Need a 2020 Nissan Titan in Your Life

The Nissan Titan has been one of the lesser competitors in the full-size pickup truck space. Others like the Ford F-150 and the Ram 1500 pickup trucks dominate the market. For several model years, critics complained of dated tech and a lack of sheer strength and capability compared with other half-ton trucks. It hasn’t exactly …
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2021 Toyota RAV4 off-roading
Crossovers

Once Upon a Toyota Crossover

The crossover segment sees incredible sales each year. This popular midway between a car and an SUV comes in a range of sizes. From the luxurious Bentley Bentayga to a budget crossover like the Mitsubishi Outlander, there is a crossover SUV––or CUV ––for nearly every buyer out there. However, this common car-meets-utility-vehicle design wasn’t always …
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The 2021 Kia Sorento is the brand's newest SUV.
Trends

2021 Kia Sorento vs. Ford Bronco Sport: a Muddy Choice

With this year’s debut of both the all-new Kia Sorento and the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport, crossover SUV buyers have––yet again––a difficult decision. Depending on your budget and desires, one of these two may stand out. But which is the better SUV option? Of course, the Bronco Sport is off-road ready in every trim. Can …
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BMW X5 parked under a modern home roof
Trucks & SUVs

You Better Hope Your SUV Isn’t on This List

If you are thinking about buying a used SUV, you’ll probably want to review the ones on this list. According to CarWow, the following SUVs make up the list of the least reliable SUVs of the last decade. For the past 10 years, these SUVs have been giving owners a lot of trouble. They range …
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The Audi A7 at speed on a winding mountain road
Trends

‘Named and Shamed’ List of Cars to Avoid

It’s always nice to know if there are cars that should be on your cars to avoid list if you’re shopping for a new or used car. This list of cars brought to us by Car Wow is a great compilation of the most unreliable cars of the last decade. For the past 10 years, …
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2020 RAV4 TRD Off Road trim driving on dirt trail
Trends

Why Buy a 2020 Toyota Corolla When You Can Buy a RAV4 Instead?

Toyota offers a car, truck, or SUV for essentially every need. Of these, the 2020 Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular choices in America. But what compels someone to buy a Corolla when they could opt for a 2020 Toyota RAV4 crossover instead? The vehicles are both good choices, but the versatility of …
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Trends

The Most Fuel-Efficient Mercedes-Benz SUVs

Mercedes-Benz is a benchmark of German luxury. From Formula 1 race machines to private school soccer mom mobiles, Mercedes offers intentional design and performance. However, if you’re looking for an SUV that lends luxury and economy, the brand has a list of choices. You may find this list helpful. The following Mercedes SUVs are designed …
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Motorcycles

Is the 2021 Honda Fireblade Worth its Insanely High Price?

The Honda Fireblade has been the envy of the U.S. motorcycle market for a long time. Finally, this year we got the 2021 Honda Fireblade SP in American showrooms all over the country. But with a starting price tag of nearly $30 grand, some enthusiasts are bound to balk at its costly price tag. Is …
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A 2020 Audi A4 on display at an auto show
Sedans

The Most Fuel-Efficient Audi Sedans

Audi is a German car brand with a vast lineup of sedans and SUVs. As with all variety of vehicles, some have better fuel economy than others. According to the EPA data for the entire Audi lineup, these are the most fuel-efficient Audi sedans. So if you are on the hunt for a luxury sedan …
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