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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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The rear view of a dark-blue 2022 Kia Stinger
Trends

Kia’s Reputation Was Never as Bad as People Thought

Kia hasn’t always been the popular Telluride creator it is today. The Korean carmaker has slowly risen to the status it currently maintains in the industry. But where did it get its bad reputation? Where Kia cars ever really that bad? How did it come to be one of the most reliable car brands if …
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a red Ram 1500 TRX at speed on a dusty desert trail
Trucks & SUVs

5 Reasons to Buy the Ram 1500 TRX Instead of the Ford F-150 Raptor

The Ford F-150 Raptor has been here, standing alone in the desert running off-road production truck segment. While it may not have been difficult to be the best in a class in which it was the only vehicle, the Raptor is still state of the art. So, when Ram Trucks designers developed the 2021 Ram …
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2019 Ford F-150 Raptor
Trends

5 Reasons to Buy the Ford F-150 Raptor Instead of the Ram 1500 TRX

The release of the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX off-road pickup will bring some fresh competitive meat to the off-road arena. It’s a Baja-inspired beast that is coming for the Ford Raptor. But will it actually overcome the reigning champ? Some may be blinded by the 702 horsepower Hellcat under the hood of the Ram TRX. …
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a sleek Tesla Model S press photo against a white backdrop
Hybrids & EVs

You Have to Give up Your Gas Car Sooner or Later

Hear that? It’s the winds of change. Across the globe, automakers like Toyota are making promises to have all hybrid or electric vehicles in their lineup within the next few years. Tesla has become a household name in terms of automobiles, even though they only sell electric vehicles. It’s coming. We are going to see …
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a designated Subaru Forester re-foresting vehicle with special forestry badging in the woods
Trends

The Subaru Forester Project Plants Trees in the Wake of Tragedy

The Subaru ‘Love Promise’ is a common theme in Subaru marketing. We’ve seen dogs, babies, and dads tug auto our heartstrings while Subaru reminds that love is ‘what makes a Subaru a Subaru.’ This new project is especially stirring. Following the devastation of the recent wildfires in California, Subaru enacted the Subaru Forester re-foresting project. …
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2020 Mazda 3 driving by snow
Trends

The First Mazda Vehicle Was… A Tricycle Truck?

Mazda is a Japanese car company that has gained some serious traction here in the states. The production cars are zippy and affordable. Plus, they are comfortable and on the luxurious side for the price point. This year, the brand also won more Top Safety Pick+ awards than any other auto brand. A Mazda comes …
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a Tata Nano press photo against a light backdrop
Trends

Is Tata Motors a Real Auto Corporation?

If you’ve perused a few car blogs or read enough automotive news, you’ve probably come across the name ‘Tata Motors.’ But what is that, exactly? It’s in India, right? How much of the US market does Tata Motors own? Is it actually a real auto corporation? What is Tata Motors? Tata Motors previously called itself …
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Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition
Trucks & SUVs

The Surprising Story of What TRX Really Stands For

It makes sense. The new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX enters a market where the Raptor reigns. It’s obvious why Ram Trucks decided to name their new off-road offering after a bigger badder dinosaur. There are even iconic scenes from the Jurassic movies shown for the Ram 1500 TRX reveal. And there is truth to Ram’s …
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This is a rendering of a silver Tesla Semi tractor trailer on a road along a mountain pass.
Trucks & SUVs

Switching From Diesel to Electric Will Seriously Affect the Grid

The age of the electric semi fleet is drawing near. However, we aren’t quite there yet. In fact, there are many details concerned with the adaption from the traditional diesel engine to electric trucking. It turns out that the transition from diesel to electric tractors for a cargo fleet is a massive undertaking. Switching from …
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Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition
Trends

Does the Ram 1500 TRX Have a Manual Transmission?

The new Ram 1500 TRX pickup truck is an all-new designated off-road prowler brought to us with 702 horsepower. It’s not fast, but it’s set to be one of the most capable off-pavement vehicles on today’s market. With the recent Ford Bronco release of an off-road SUV that sports a seven-speed manual transmission, it’s no …
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popular Jeep Wrangler off-road SUV driving at night with its lights on
Trucks & SUVs

Even Jeep Lovers Are Shocked the Wrangler Didn’t Make It on This List

It’s no secret that the Jeep Wrangler has had some issues with reliability. Consumer Reports ranked the 2020 Wrangler extremely low for predicted reliability, for instance. Even loving owners will admit they’ve had problems from time to time. Jeep Wrangler complaints are common. So the fact that the Jeep Wrangler didn’t cut it on the …
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a yellow civic type r on the track at speed
Trends

Don’t Get too Hot in Your 2016 Honda Civic

Summer is still raging. The hottest days of the year are here, and if you drive a 2016 Honda Civic, you may be dealing with frustrating AC problems. If so, you are not alone. There is a known issue with the 2016-2018 Honda Civic AC system. In fact, there is even a class action lawsuit …
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2-door and 4-door 2021 Broncos
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Ford Bronco Is at Home on the Range

The Old West. There is such a romantic nature to the idea of the wild frontier. The beautiful wide-open spaces, varied terrain, and freedom of the Wild West are dizzying. In fact, it’s probably these ideals that prompted the American Ford Motor Company to produce a vehicle called the Bronco in the first place. The …
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a blue Bentley Bentayga SUV at speed on a scenic road
Trends

A Bently Bentayga Van Designed for the Elite?

The update we recently saw for the Bentley Bentayga is pretty impressive. According to auto evolution, the SUV is a vehicle choice in the “new money” vein. It’s the type of SUV that you buy when you sign a pro athletic contract or land your first big part in a Hollywood film. But what about …
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Stacks of old, used tires
Trends

Got Old Used Tires? Try Growing This Common Food

We’ve all felt the slow of our social lives in the last few months. Quarantine has been a time for hunkering down and maybe trying our hand at some DIY projects. Gardening is a productive way to pass the time. So are home projects and upgrades to our favorite automobiles. There may even be a …
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2020 Lexus LC500h
Trends

You Could Win a New Lexus Just By Folding Some Paper

Earlier this year, during the factory closings brought upon the auto industry by the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, Lexus turned to the simple art of origami. In April, Lexus announced an interesting contest. As it turns out, you could win a new Lexus just by folding some paper. Origami became the new path into the seat …
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Hot Import Nights 2020 Banner for a September car show event
Trends

Hot Import Nights Is Still a Thing

Back in the late 1990s, the Hot Import Nights car show began to make its mark on the American automotive scene. Apparently, it began as a festival for car enthusiasts to showcase exotic and customized imported automobiles. Hot Import Nights car show still exists. In fact, there are still a few more nights of this …
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the Japanese Mazda6 at speed on a scenic road
Trends

Is Mazda a Japanese Car Company?

Mazda is one of the most popular vehicles in America. They are known for upscale features for mainstream prices. Mazda vehicles also have a reputation for being spunky and fun to drive. They also boast pretty contemporary exterior style. But where did Mazda Motor Corporation come from? Is it a Japanese car company? It all …
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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee driving down road
Trends

An Overwhelming Amount of Most Complained About Vehicles Are FCA

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) owns many popular brands we see here in America. Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge to name a few. On the iSeeCars list of most complained about vehicles, there is an overwhelming amount of data for FCA. Of 10 cars and SUVs on the list, 6 of them are affiliated with FCA. So …
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