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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Cadillac Xt6. Photo: Jill Robbins
March 16, 2023
If you haven’t checked out the Cadillac brand lately, give their new third row SUV a look. With a starting MSRP of $52K the Cadillac XT6 is pretty sweet.
A Girls Guide To Cars | What Cars Would Marvel'S Eternals Drive? A Massive Fan Makes Predictions - Marvel Eternals Cars A Girls Guide To Cars Feat
March 11, 2023
Loved Marvel’s Eternals? You’ll have fun checking out my car picks for each of the 10 and seeing how they compare to the Lexus concept cars
Why Your New Road Trip Car Just Might Be A Truck - Review Of The Ram 1500|Man Walking Toward A Truck Followed By A Little Boy In An Orange Hat
February 15, 2023
I never framed a truck in the context of a family vehicle before. Then we took the RAM 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4×4 on a road trip and everything changed.
A Girls Guide To Cars | Used: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport - Space, Space, And More Space - Vw Atlas A Girls Guide To Cars Feature
February 14, 2023
You might not need to carry the world, but the spacious Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has plenty of room for whatever you might need, or want, to bring along
2021 Nissan Rogue
February 1, 2023
Looking for an ultra-connected family crossover that’s fun and sporty? Then the 2021 Nissan Rogue may be your dream ride.
Review-Cadillac-Escalade-Girls-Guide-To-Cars
January 31, 2023
When the Cadillac Escalade came on the scene 20 years ago, I thought it was ridiculous. Also, how have 20 […]
A Girls Guide To Cars | Watching Your First Indycar Race? A Newbie Fan And An Expert Tell You Six Things You Need To Know - New To Indycar Races A Girls Guide To Cars Feat
January 29, 2023
Are you watching your first IndyCar race? Here’s what a brand-new fan and a self-proclaimed IndyCar know-it-all have to say.
2021 Buick Encore
January 3, 2023
Haven’t looked at Buick in a while? It’s time. The Buick Encore is a sleek and sporty subcompact, luxury SUV that just might surprise you.
Red Acura
December 31, 2022
Here are some features our team has honed in on when buying a car in 2023. Wants versus needs? Who cares? We like what we like.
Blue And White 2022 Kia Seltos Outside A Baseball Park
December 26, 2022
Shopping for a small size crossover for your student or thinking about downsizing: check, check, check. Meet the 2022 Kia Seltos.