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.

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2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Updated at June 22, 2023

Volkswagen’s most popular model is the 2023 Tiguan. Spend some quality time with this crossover SUV, and it’s easy to underst...

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2023 Subaru Forester Review

2023 Subaru Forester Review

Updated at June 20, 2023

The 2023 Subaru Forester is a rational–instead of emotional–choice in a new compact SUV.

2023 Mazda CX-5 Review

2023 Mazda CX-5 Review

Updated at May 30, 2023

The 2023 Mazda CX-5 remains an appealing choice in its segment, but the Mazda CX-50 is the better compact crossover SUV.

2023 Jeep Compass Review and Video

2023 Jeep Compass Review and Video

Updated at May 10, 2023

A new turbocharged engine transforms the 2023 Jeep Compass, but value remains elusive.

2023 Acura MDX Review

2023 Acura MDX Review

Updated at April 26, 2023

Even with a Type S performance version, Acura's three-row crossover SUV remains a mid-pack contender.

2023 Acura TLX Review

2023 Acura TLX Review

Updated at April 21, 2023

With the 2023 TLX Type S, Acura finds a sweet spot in the luxury sports sedan segment.

2023 Ram 2500 Review and Video

2023 Ram 2500 Review and Video

Updated at March 4, 2023

Ironically, the new 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel conforms to better resist rivals from Ford and GMC.

2023 BMW M3 Review

2023 BMW M3 Review

Updated at February 22, 2023

The BMW M3 is a sports car, a family car, and a luxury car, all wrapped up in a single package.

2023 Nissan Rogue Review

2023 Nissan Rogue Review

Updated at February 22, 2023

Does Nissan’s popular 2023 Rogue have what it takes to compete in the hottest SUV segment in America?

2023 Toyota 4Runner Review and Video

2023 Toyota 4Runner Review and Video

Updated at February 16, 2023

The 2023 Toyota 4Runner is an oldie but a goodie, but only when you choose it for specific purposes. Otherwise, it’s just an ...

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2023 Lexus RX Review and Video

2023 Lexus RX Review and Video

Updated at February 2, 2023

Lexus takes no risks with the redesigned 2023 RX, but dynamic and technological upgrades enhance the model’s appeal.

2022 Ford Expedition Test Drive Review

2022 Ford Expedition Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Among full-size SUVs, the twin-turbocharged 2022 Ford Expedition shines brightly, especially with the Stealth Edition treatme...

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2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Test Drive Review

2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Why is a Mazda Miata always the answer? Because it's an affordable, street-legal go-kart that plasters a perma-smile on your ...

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2023 Toyota Sequoia Test Drive Review

2023 Toyota Sequoia Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

A redesign transforms the 2023 Toyota Sequoia into a technologically advanced full-size SUV with the interior space of a mids...

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2022 Ram 1500 Test Drive Review

2022 Ram 1500 Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

For design, comfort, utility, technology, and driving character, the 2022 Ram 1500 remains one of the better trucks in its se...

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2022 Lexus NX Test Drive Review

2022 Lexus NX Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

The redesigned 2022 Lexus NX is a more attractive, more dynamic, and more technologically advanced SUV than the one it replac...

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2022 Mazda Mazda3 Test Drive Review

2022 Mazda Mazda3 Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Every version of the 2022 Mazda Mazda3 delivers intrinsic value, especially compared to traditional mainstream alternatives.

2023 Nissan Z Test Drive Review

2023 Nissan Z Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Nissan wisely prices and positions the new 2023 Z as a performance value, laying claim to an unpopulated segment of the two-s...

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2023 Mazda CX-50 Test Drive Review

2023 Mazda CX-50 Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 looks great, is fun to drive, and is designed to support (drum roll, please) active lifestyles.

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Test Drive Review

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Thanks to mid-year updates, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 full-size truck is more appealing than it’s been for a long tim...

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2022 Subaru Forester Test Drive Review

2022 Subaru Forester Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Now you can take a compact crossover SUV farther off-road thanks to the new-for-2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness.

2022 Honda Passport Test Drive Review

2022 Honda Passport Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

Updates to the 2022 Honda Passport improve its rugged appeal among two-row midsize SUVs.

2022 Honda Civic Hatchback Test Drive Review

2022 Honda Civic Hatchback Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

The redesigned 2022 Honda Civic hatchback offers the same great equipment and sense of style as the sedan does but with a mor...

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2022 BMW 4 Series Test Drive Review

2022 BMW 4 Series Test Drive Review

Updated at February 2, 2023

As has always been the case, the reason to select a 2022 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe over its competitors comes down to driving d...

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