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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 dark-blue 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 at the Bonneville Salt Flats at sunset
Hybrids & EVs

How Much Does it Cost to Charge the Volkswagen ID.4?

With the electric car market gaining traction, there are probably a lot of people thinking about buying an electric vehicle (EV). Buyers of emerging EV models like the Volkswagen ID.4 SUV are very possibly going to be new to EV protocol. Inexperience brings up a lot of important questions about the cost of charging the …
a classic blue 2021 Subaru WRX driving fast on a road with a red model close behind
Sedans

Is the 2021 Subaru WRX Still an Impreza?

We all remember the days when the Subaru Impreza WRX was a thing (OK, let’s be real it still is). It’s an iconic Subaru street car with deep roots in the rally scene. But are the Impreza and the WRX the same car? Is the 2021 Subaru WRX still considered an Impreza? You’ve likely seen …
2014 GMC Sierra 1500 rolling down the road
Trucks & SUVs

The Best Used Diesel Pickup Trucks Are Worth Hunting For

If you are thinking about buying a used diesel pickup truck, there are some models with a better reputation than others. Buying a used model can definitely save some cash. It makes sense why so many people turn to the used market for trucks, and the best used diesel pickup trucks are worth hunting for. …
a 2021 Polaris Sporstman XP 1000 ATV in the forest
Trends

The Most Common ATV Problems You Should Know About

Whether you’ve owned them for years or you are new to the ATV game, issues with your quad are just something that you’ll have to deal with eventually. Which repairs do ATV riders run into the most? Here are the most common ATV problems owners should know about. Let’s be real. Most of us that …
The 2021 Can-Am Outlander towing on a farm
Trends

What’s the Difference Between an ATV and a UTV?

There are differences between an ATV and a UTV. An ATV is usually designed for a single passenger. On the other hand, a UTV, or side-by-side, is typically a larger vehicle engineered to carry more passengers, and it has greater towing capacity.
The all-new 2021 Cadillac Escalade is displayed during the Cadillac Oscar Week Celebration
Trends

Are GM and Cadillac the Same Manufacturer?

General Motors is a massive automobile entity with several brands under its umbrella. Of these, one of the oldest is Cadillac (est. 1902). Over the years, we’ve seen Cadillac produce some iconic luxury. But are GM and Cadillac the same manufacturer? A little history of the Cadillac luxury brand The Cadillac luxury brand has been …
charging the 2021 Audi e-tron
Hybrids & EVs

How Much Does it Cost to Charge the Audi e-tron?

The Audi e-tron is an exciting electric luxury SUV. In fact, the 2021 Audi e-tron is ranked No. 2 in its class by U.S. News and World Report. But how much does it cost to charge an Audi e-tron? If you are considering buying an electric luxury SUV, there are certainly some things to think …
Moridaira standing with the T-HR3 in a development lab
Trends

Why Does Toyota Make Robots?

The Toyota T-HR3 robot is a humanoid robot that’s years in the works. Toyota released this robot creation in 2017. The Toyota Global team continues to innovate and improve on the design over time. But why does Toyota even make robots? How does the Toyota T-HR3 robot work? The Toyota T-HR3 robot can operate using …
a day of adventure in a 2021 hyundai kona
Crossovers

The Turbo Engine Is a Worthy 2021 Hyundai Kona Upgrade

In my recent test of a 2021 Hyundai Kona, one of the first things I noticed was that this Hyundai is a compact SUV that’s fun to drive. Of course, the tester I drove came equipped with the Kona’s 1.6-liter turbo four. It quickly became clear that the turbo engine is a worthwhile 2021 Hyundai …
A Toyota sign on the building of a showroom
Trends

Are Toyota and Lexus the Same Manufacturer?

Toyota is among the global leaders in the automotive industry. Like other car companies, it also parents a luxury brand––Lexus. But are Toyota and Lexus models made by the same manufacturer? What brands does Toyota Motor Corp. own? Are Toyota and Lexus the same? As Honda is to Acura and Nissan is to Infiniti, so …
RVs parked by the sea in Mechelinki, Poland, on February 6, 2021
RV

What Does RV Actually Stand For?

People throw around the name RV, but how many different vehicles actually fall under the umbrella of this acronym? Are motorhomes, campers, trailers, and RVs the same thing? What does RV actually stand for anyway? With the pandemic still altering our old way of life and travel, more families are hitting the highway in RVs …
A white 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road
Trucks & SUVs

Taco Tuesday: The 3 Toyota Tacoma Generations Explained

With humble beginnings, selling its first model in the U.S. about 65 years ago, Toyota is now one of the most globally familiar brands. The Toyota Tacoma pickup truck is one of the most beloved Toyota models in North America. Here are all three Toyota Tacoma generations explained. It all started in the 1990s According …
A dark blue 2021 Buick Enclave luxurious midsize SUV driving down a highway road
Trucks & SUVs

The Most Complained About Luxury SUVs

If you are shopping for a new or used luxury SUV, the data filed on CarComplaints.com can really dial in your search. In fact, it might turn out you are considering one of the most complained about luxury SUVs without even knowing it. Let’s check out what owners have to say about the following luxury …
A silver-with-black-stripes 2021 Shelby Super Snake Speedster drives on a desert racetrack
Trends

Does Ford Own Shelby?

The iconic Ford Shelby models draw ample attention and have attracted masses of fans over the years. From the Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT500 Ford Mustang GT models introduced in the 1960s to the more recent Ford Shelby F-150 pickup truck, Shelby’s relationship with Ford has produced some amazing models. But does Ford own Shelby? …
A black 2021 Subaru Forester driving down a country road
Trucks & SUVs

Is Right Now a Good Time to Buy a 2020 Subaru Forester?

With a recent redesign in 2019, the Subaru Forester is one of the brand’s top selling models. It’s one of those crossover SUVs that has something for everyone. From historic reliability to new eye-catching Subaru Forester Sport models, this is a compact SUV that’s made to appeal to a wide variety of households. Is now …
serach and resue land rover defender concept on the edge of a cliff escorted by flying rescue drones
Trucks & SUVs

The 2021 Land Rover Defender Is on a Cool New Mission

Think your service organization could use a brand new Land Rover SUV? Land Rover is on a mission to give back to the community. Seven winners will receive a custom 2021 Land Rover Defender. Land Rover USA is providing a platform for non-profits in the U.S. to compete for a 2021 Land Rover Defender built …
2022 Arctic Cat thundercat raging through deep snow
Trends

Is the Arctic Cat Thundercat Discontinued?

A few years ago, loyal Arctic Cat riders got the news that the Arctic Cat off-road vehicle manufacturer was bought by Textron. But what exactly did this mean for Arctic Cat ATVs, side-by-sides, and snowmobiles? Some models like the Thundercat were particularly loved. But is the Arctic Cat Thundercat ATV or snowmobile discontinued? What’s up …