About Jill Robbins

Jill is the oldest mom with the youngest kids pretty much everywhere she goes. She has a 29-year-old daughter and two 11 year-old sons. She realizes that yes, that’s a really big gap between kids. Jill is passionate about travel and experiences and strives to minimize "stuff" and clutter in her everyday life. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, Woman's Day and more. She loves writing about cars because she spends more time than she cares to admit in the drop off line and other mom-related errands. She lives with her husband and two sons in the San Antonio area. You can find out what Jill is up to by reading her blog, Ripped Jeans and Bifocals, where she writes about travel, adoption, and her spin on everyday life.

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Tips For Napping In Your Car|Teens Sleeping In The Backseat Of A Car With Parents In The Front
June 4, 2023
Driver fatigue is real. If you’ve ever though about snoozing in your car, there are right and wrong ways to do it. Here are the best tips for the ultimate car nap.
Skyline Drive Shenandoah National Park
May 27, 2023
Want to grab your keys and hit the open road? Make sure these five National Parks have a spot on your road trip bucket list.
One Of Our Favorite Summertime Activities Is Catching A Flick At A Drive-In Movie. Photo By Leah Peragine On Unsplash
May 22, 2023
If you ever got the chance to see a movie with your family and friends while enjoying the great outdoors, eating delicious homemade snacks, all at a reasonable price from the comfort of your vehicle, would you try it? Going to a drive-in movie with friends or family is one of the most fun things you can do in your car. Here’s what to know before heading to the theater.
A Girls Guide To Cars | Keeping Kids Happy In Car Seats: All Our Secrets - How To Keep Kids Happy In Their Car Seat Baby Boy In Car Seat 1
May 20, 2023
Travel should be fun. A child’s car seat isn’t always. So we asked moms for their secrets to creating happiness on the road, even when kids resist the car seat.
Review Of The Toyota Land Cruiser
May 2, 2023
The Toyota Land Cruiser checks all boxes: family car, off-road adventure mobile + more. Here’s the straight scoop on this (rumored) soon to be retired SUV.
A Girls Guide To Cars | 5 Things I Love About The 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric 3 Row Suv - Things I Love About The Kia Sorent A Girls Guide To Cars Feature 2
April 23, 2023
The best of all options? A 3 row SUV hybrid electric at a price that won’t bust your budget. The 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV should top your test drive list.
2023 Kia Telluride
April 18, 2023
I drove the 2023 Kia Telluride across Texas. I drove my kids, grandkids, four of my girlfriends and a week’s worth of luggage. Here’s the scoop.
Chrysler Has Partnered With The Autisim Society To Help Sensitive Patients Have A Better Ride
April 14, 2023
Chrysler introduces partnership with the Autism Society of America and the rollout of their new Calm Cabin, available for the Pacifica.
Getting Your Car Ready For Soccer Season|A Girl'S Guide To Cars
April 7, 2023
As the days get longer, that means afternoons filled with spring sports. Here’s our soccer mom guide to getting the car ready for kids, gear and sports.
A Girls Guide To Cars | Hot Off The Press: The 2023 Volkswagen Id.4 And I Hit It Off - 2023 Volkswagen Id.4 A Girls Guide To Cars Feat
April 3, 2023
First drive impressions of the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4, Familiar and comfortable but the giddy up and the upgraded trip made it anything but boring.