Christian Wardlaw

Christian Wardlaw

Christian Wardlaw has 25 years of experience reviewing cars and has served in editorial leadership roles with Edmunds, J.D. Power, the New York Daily News, Autobytel, and Vehix. Chris prefers to focus on the cars people actually buy rather than the cars about which people dream, and emphasizes the importance of fuel economy and safety as much as how much fun a car is to drive. Chris is married to an automotive journalist, is the father of four daughters, and lives in Southern California.

Articles written by this author:

2024 Genesis GV80 Review

2024 Genesis GV80 Review

Updated at May 1, 2024

The 2024 Genesis GV80 delivers classic luxury and modern technology in an appealing midsize SUV.

2024 Mazda CX-5 Review and Video

2024 Mazda CX-5 Review and Video

Updated at April 16, 2024

Some things get better with age, like the Mazda CX-5.

2024 Honda Ridgeline Review and Video

2024 Honda Ridgeline Review and Video

Updated at March 18, 2024

Does Honda come to mind when you think about midsize trucks? Maybe the 2024 Ridgeline will change that.

2024 Honda Accord Hybrid Review

2024 Honda Accord Hybrid Review

Updated at March 18, 2024

Hybrids are mainstream now, and the 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid is an excellent example of why.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Review and Video

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class Review and Video

Updated at March 2, 2024

Nothing says success quite like a Mercedes-Benz, and the refreshed 2024 GLS SUV does it with finesse.

2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Review

2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Review

Updated at February 14, 2024

Taking the path less traveled can lead to a reward, as evident in the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid Review

2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid Review

Updated at February 14, 2024

The 2024 Honda CR-V is one of the best-selling SUVs in America and for good reasons.

2024 Kia K5 Review

2024 Kia K5 Review

Updated at February 14, 2024

The 2024 Kia K5 is an overlooked gem of a midsize sedan, but it has a couple of significant flaws.

2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Review

2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Review

Updated at January 29, 2024

The 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback is where quality, fun, safety, utility, and affordability intersect.

2024 Volvo XC90 Review

2024 Volvo XC90 Review

Updated at December 21, 2023

Timeless beauty is a rarity in SUV design, yet the 2024 Volvo XC90 remains as appealing as ever.

2023 Dodge Challenger Review

2023 Dodge Challenger Review

Updated at December 14, 2023

The ultimate in automotive guilty pleasures, the 2023 Dodge Challenger exits production in a cloud of special-edition tire sm...

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2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Review

2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Review

Updated at December 14, 2023

The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe plug-in hybrid SUV is a rock star when off-roading.

2023 Chrysler 300 Review

2023 Chrysler 300 Review

Updated at December 14, 2023

Say goodbye to the 2023 Chrysler 300, which exits production after 19 years with the roar of a mighty V8.

2024 Ford Escape Review

2024 Ford Escape Review

Updated at November 13, 2023

One of the original compact crossovers, the Ford Escape, might be nearing the end of its life.

2023 Chevrolet Colorado Review and Video

2023 Chevrolet Colorado Review and Video

Updated at November 7, 2023

The redesigned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado rolls onto a rapidly changing midsize truck playing field with nearly all the right st...

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2023 Volkswagen Arteon Review

2023 Volkswagen Arteon Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon is a terrific car parked in the shadow of more popular SUVs.

2024 Acura Integra Type S Review and Video

2024 Acura Integra Type S Review and Video

Updated at November 2, 2023

With the new Type S, the 2024 Acura Integra brings excitement to a typically mundane drive.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Test Drive Review

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

Redesigned and improved in all the ways that matter most, the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado will make Chevy loyalists happy.

2018 Ford Mustang Test Drive Review

2018 Ford Mustang Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

With a nip here and a tuck there, plus substantial mechanical and technological improvements, the 2018 Ford Mustang aims to e...

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2019 Volkswagen Arteon Review and Video

2019 Volkswagen Arteon Review and Video

Updated at November 2, 2023

The excellent 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is for drivers who need a roomy and practical vehicle with added foul-weather traction, ...

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2015 INFINITI Q50 Test Drive Review

2015 INFINITI Q50 Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

No matter what mix of settings I selected, Direct Adaptive Steering’s artificiality made driving the Infiniti Q50 feel like a...

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2020 Toyota Tundra Test Drive Review

2020 Toyota Tundra Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

If you’re looking for a reliable truck, a 2020 Toyota Tundra is practically a guarantee that you'll never need to buy another...

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2021 Chevrolet Corvette Test Drive Review

2021 Chevrolet Corvette Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

You’ll pay plenty for the privilege of powering down the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible’s top. But it might be worth it.