
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 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
By their very definition, SUVs are sport/utility vehicles. That perfectly describes the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe.
2022 Kia Sorento Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
We recommend the 2022 Kia Sorento for many reasons, but a useful third-row seat isn’t one of them.

2022 Toyota Camry Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
If you like the way the 2022 Toyota Camry looks, then you’ll like most other things about it.

2022 Chevrolet Blazer Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
There isn’t much that’s wrong with the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer. But aside from its styling and approachable tech, there isn’t m...
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2022 Acura RDX Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
The 2022 Acura RDX is an entry-level luxury sport/utility vehicle that delivers on both parts of the SUV equation.

2022 Jeep Compass Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
Improvements to the 2022 Jeep Compass make this small SUV more appealing than ever.

2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
Sometimes, driving is still fun. The 2022 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is the perfect car for those times.

2021 BMW M3 Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
Docile when you need it to be and ferocious when you want it to be, the 2021 BMW M3 Competition is multiple cars in one.

2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
Unless you can’t live without the deeply-satisfying rumble of a V8 engine, the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 is at its best when equip...
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2022 Mazda MX-30 Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
Fun but flawed, the 2022 Mazda MX-30 EV is the automaker’s first, tentative step on its path to electrification.

2021 Honda Ridgeline Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
With the 2021 Ridgeline, Honda injects a hefty dose of truck personality into what’s always been an appealing midsize crew ca...
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2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
There is plenty to like about the personality-rich 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer, but its fully loaded price is not one of them.

2022 Kia Telluride Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
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
Updated at February 2, 2023
For 2022, Lexus finally gives the ES Hybrid the F Sport treatment, but it’s only cosmetic.

2013 Toyota Corolla Test Drive Review
Updated at February 2, 2023
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
Updated at January 29, 2023
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
Updated at January 24, 2023
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
Updated at January 24, 2023
With the 2023 Carnival, Kia successfully overcomes the minivan stigma. Just don’t tell anyone what it really is.

2023 Honda CR-V Review
Updated at January 17, 2023
With the redesigned 2023 CR-V, Honda hones its compact crossover SUV to near perfection.

2023 Nissan Altima Review
Updated at January 17, 2023
Among midsize family sedans, the 2023 Nissan Altima is akin to a B student attempting an AP class load.

2023 Volvo XC60 Review
Updated at January 17, 2023
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
Updated at January 9, 2023
Since 1983, the Toyota Camry has been a favorite of Americans seeking a reliable family sedan.

2023 Hyundai Elantra Review
Updated at January 9, 2023
From basic transportation to performance thrills, the Elantra offers something for almost everyone.

2023 Lincoln Aviator Test Drive Review
Updated at November 17, 2022
Let us make something perfectly clear: the 2023 Lincoln Aviator is not an SUV for people who like to drive.