
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:

2022 Kia Telluride Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
In so many ways, the 2022 Kia Telluride seems like a bargain at the sticker price. But the value here goes beyond a low price...
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2022 Lexus ES Hybrid Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
For 2022, Lexus finally gives the ES Hybrid the F Sport treatment, but it’s only cosmetic.

2013 Toyota Corolla Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2013 Corolla might be a bore…to drive, but it offers plenty of genuine value to people who just want something dependable...
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2023 Wagoneer L Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The new 2023 Wagoneer L adds more cargo space and a standard twin-turbo engine to an already big and powerful full-size SUV p...
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2023 Subaru Outback Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With its standard all-wheel drive, impressive safety systems and ratings, and excellent utility, the 2023 Subaru Outback offe...
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2023 Kia Carnival Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With the 2023 Carnival, Kia successfully overcomes the minivan stigma. Just don’t tell anyone what it really is.

2023 Honda CR-V Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With the redesigned 2023 CR-V, Honda hones its compact crossover SUV to near perfection.

2023 Nissan Altima Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Among midsize family sedans, the 2023 Nissan Altima is akin to a B student attempting an AP class load.

2023 Volvo XC60 Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Following a mid-2022 powertrain update, the 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge is a better plug-in hybrid luxury SUV than ever.

2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Since 1983, the Toyota Camry has been a favorite of Americans seeking a reliable family sedan.

2023 Hyundai Elantra Review
by Christian Wardlaw
From basic transportation to performance thrills, the Elantra offers something for almost everyone.

2023 Lincoln Aviator Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Let us make something perfectly clear: the 2023 Lincoln Aviator is not an SUV for people who like to drive.

2023 Jeep Gladiator Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Buy the 2023 Jeep Gladiator for what makes it special and not because it’s one of several midsize pickup trucks.

2022 Audi A4 Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
We expected the aging Audi A4 to show more than a few wrinkles. Instead, it impressed us just as much as it did when this gen...
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2022 Jeep Wrangler Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Driving a Jeep Wrangler is akin to playing in high surf at high tide. It’s fun, but exhausting, with elements of danger and s...
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2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Your dream of running the Rubicon in silence with pure and instant electric-motor torque to overcome obstacles is now a reali...
Read more2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Fuel costs are through the roof, but you’ve got a big family to carry. What can you do? Buy a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid.

2023 Honda Civic Type R Preview
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2023 Honda Civic Type R tones down the styling and amps up the performance. Competing with the Toyota GR Corolla and Volk...
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2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
If you don’t need a third-row seat, the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a stylish and practical alternative to the same ...
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2022 Cadillac XT6 Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2022 Cadillac XT6 is a necessary evil, filling the gap between the XT5 and the Escalade.

2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid Plug-In Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid is an affordable way to dip your toes into the electric vehicle pool.

2022 Chevrolet Traverse Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse is what to buy when you think you need a Chevy Tahoe, but don’t.

2022 GMC Terrain Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
A new 2022 GMC Terrain AT4 model leads a list of changes to this compact crossover SUV.

2022 Volkswagen Passat Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2022 Volkswagen Passat exits stage left, ending VW's nearly 50-year run with family-sized cars in the United States marke...
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