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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 white concept SUV that could be inspiration for the subaru unibody pickup truck
Trucks & SUVs

Is There a New Subaru Pickup Truck on the Horizon?

Many people loved––or hated––the the quirky yet capable Subaru Baja. Compact pickup trucks are a booming segment these days. Subaru would be crazy not to want a piece of the pickup truck pie. Surely they’ve brainstormed a concept or two to squeeze into the segment. Is there a new Subaru pickup truck on the horizon? …
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a Subaru Baja utility truck driving along the coast
Trucks & SUVs

Why Was the Subaru Baja Laid to Rest?

The Subaru Baja pickup truck. A historic desert running, mountain climbing flash of genius brought to us by Subaru. Fans weren’t abundant, though, and it didn’t last long. In fact, there were many who thought it was downright ugly. Unfortunately, there wasn’t enough interest in this embodiment of automotive adventure. The Subaru produced the Baja …
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2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71
Trucks & SUVs

The Chevy Tahoe Surprisingly Beats the Toyota 4Runner

What the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV is to the Chevy Silverado pickup truck, the 2020 Toyota 4Runner SUV is to the Toyota Tacoma pickup. They are closely related to their truck siblings in both style and capability. The 2020 Tahoe is definitely a larger SUV than the 2020 4Runner. Plus the Tahoe’s only engine option …
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2020 Mercedes Metris Van | MB
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Mercedes-Benz Metris vs. Ford Transit Connect

The Mercedes-Benz Metris and the Ford Transit Connect are both smaller vans which offer both a passenger and cargo version. The van segment is perhaps not one of the most exciting, but it is popular. These people and stuff carriers are an important part of the automobile industry. They carry families around town and they …
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Sedans

Toyota Camry TRD vs. Dodge Charger SXT

The Toyota Camry and Dodge Charger both appeal as a roomy family car. These two family sedans are both affordable and practical in their own right. The Camry has long been known to offer safety and impressive gas mileage. Plus, its reliability can’t be touched. The Charger holds a reputation as a performance sedan offering …
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a dark red Nissan NV driving off road in the forest with recreational gear loaded up top
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Ford Transit vs. Nissan NV: What’s the Best Cargo Van for Your Fleet?

After the recent release of the all-new 2020 Ford Transit, there’s a good chance that finding a good deal on a 2019 Transit will be an easy feat. But there are other commercial van options with compelling features and low prices. One of which is the Nissan cargo van. Let’s take a look at the …
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a silver top trim HR-V driving fast on a scene road by the shore
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Honda HR-V’s Most Misleading Trim Level

The Honda HR-V compact crossover SUV is like a smaller version of the CR-V. Like the Honda CR-V, the HR-V is designed to be a practical point A to point B mover of people and stuff. And in general it does its job. Like many others in the Honda lineup, the HR-V crossover SUV comes …
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2020 Ford Transit Cargo Van
Trucks & SUVs

Ford Transit vs. Ram ProMaster: Which Is More Truck and Less Van?

Both Ford and Ram Trucks are known for their capable trucks. Ford has been the truck leader for decades. Dodge Ram trucks have been so successful that they became their own Ram entity beginning with the 2010 model year. It’s known that the Ford Transit and the Ram ProMaster share some traits with their truck …
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Red Level 2, orange Level 3, and blue Level 1 Ford Performance-modified Rangers in front of a mountain range
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Is Ford Going Out of Business?

According to publications like Detroit News and CNBC, the Ford Motor Company profits have seen a slimming trend. Even before adding predicted loss projections due to the COVID-19(coronavirus) outbreak, Ford had projected one of its lowest revenue years in a very long time. Now, with the release of a 2021 F-150 and the new Ford …
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gray third gen Toyota Sienna
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The 2009 Toyota Sienna Is the Good Minivan You Remember

The 2009 Toyota Sienna minivan was a popular choice in its day, and for good reason. Today, it’s still a good choice for families looking to buy a good used car to avoid financing and being in debt. This reliable minivan is still just as good as you remember. They were all over the road …
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Motorcycles, Bikes & Scooters

Why Are Ducati Motorcycles so Expensive?

In an article about Ducati motorcycles on The Things, the difference between other bike prices and Ducati prices is posed as being the same as the difference between “I like it” and “I love it.” If you are willing to pay more for an Italian machine, you’ll end up with something fast built for long …
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a gray 2019 Lexus gx luxury SUV driving through the neighborhoodl
Trucks & SUVs

In Case You Forgot About the 2019 Lexus GX 460

This 2019 model year body on frame Lexus SUV is forgettable in the shadow of the fresh-grilled 2020 Lexus GX 460. Especially taking into account the recent not-so-great reviews. The Lexus GX isn’t getting as much praise as it once did. While the top trim is ultra capable, it still just isn’t quite as modern …
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2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
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Why Are Used Toyota 4Runners Still so Expensive?

Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs have a good reputation for reliability and retaining resale value. The Toyota 4Runner is no exception. Each Toyota shares the brand name, but still each are different. What is it about the 4Runner that makes its price so expensive––even used? New and used Toyota 4Runner SUV pricing The current fifth …
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Jeep Gladiator Rubicon in a bright orange color at the New York International Auto Show
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Weird but Bold Car Paint Can Actually Raise Resale Value

When you go to buy a new car, resale value is a practical factor to consider. Motor1 reports that buying a common color like black or white could end up costing you later if you try to sell the car in the used car market. Surprisingly, rare car colors like orange––and especially yellow––can actually raise …
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2020 NV passenger van on a dirt road
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The 2020 Nissan NV Is the Cheapest Van you can Buy

The most popular vans on the market have their strengths and weaknesses. The Nissan NV is one of the four most mainstream choices. Obviously, some people like it enough to buy it. It’s the cheapest van you can buy. Yet other than its class-leading maximum tow capacity, it has surprisingly little to offer. It loses …
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A white sprinter full-size cargo van on a construction site
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The Most Efficient Full-Size Cargo Van

So, you want to know which van is the most efficient cargo van. Whether you are buying work vans for a fleet or hitting the road in a van life conversion, efficiency is one of the most important boxes to tick. Full-size-cargo van efficiency doesn’t just stop at gas mileage. Comparing commercial van cargo capability …
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First-Gen Ford Bronco | Ford-006
Trucks & SUVs

Please, Don’t Put the Ford Bronco Down Again

There has been loads of hype surrounding the debut of the all new 2021 Ford Bronco. It’s an iconic American SUV, and it’s been missed. The new one is set to debut on July 13th 2020, and will be the newest competition for long time off-road champion the Jeep Wrangler. But how do we make …
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Coupes

Don’t Let the 2020 Mustang’s Low Price Fool You

Both of these American sports cars are popular choices when you want something fun, fast, and relatively affordable. The 2019 Dodge Challenger might beat out the 2020 Ford Mustang despite being a year older. Though many people often make this choice based on brand loyalty, a little digging into the standard specs and features of …
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a silver seventh gen Honda Accord driving on a scenic road
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The 2006 Honda Accord Claims Then and Now Reliability

The Honda Accord is one of the most commons sedans on the road. It has been for a long time, and for good reason. Going by consumer reviews, the 2006 model year for a used Honda Accord is a good car–– not exactly surprising from a manufacturer like Honda. The 2020 Honda Accord is awesome …
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