
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 E-Class Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Dominating a class of one, there is nothing quite like a 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet.

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
As much fun as the 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLB35 is to drive on a twisting mountain road, it requires dynamic compromises in situat...
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2022 Kia Carnival Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2022 Kia Carnival is a minivan, but don’t you dare call it one. Think of it as a multi-purpose vehicle instead.

2022 Kia Sportage Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Kia sells five crossovers, and the 2022 Sportage is the middle child in a diverse lineup.

2022 Lexus IS Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Nearly all rivals of the new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance are less expensive, and some include all-wheel drive, but ...
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2019 Honda CR-V Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
When people are ready to buy a small SUV, the 2019 Honda CR-V is usually on the consideration list, and for good reason.

2019 Kia Optima Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
There’s never been a better time to buy a midsize sedan, and the 2019 Kia Optima perfectly represents the reasons why.

2019 Audi e-tron Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Audi’s first foray into pure electric vehicles is a likable opening act that previews the automaker’s potential.

2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Perfect for modern living, the affordable 2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid delivers impressive efficiency, utility, and value in an ...
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2019 Chevrolet Colorado Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado attempts to hold its own against newer competitors by offering simple, no-nonsense design and spe...
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2019 Hyundai Elantra Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Freshened up for 2019, the Hyundai Elantra remains an incredible value, but its updates don’t address the car’s ho-hum drivin...
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2019 Chevrolet Blazer Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Chevrolet revives a legendary nameplate with the new 2019 Blazer. But this vehicle is hardly the rugged off-roader we remembe...
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2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Completely redesigned, the 2019 GMC Sierra is better equipped to wage war against other full-size half-ton pickup trucks.

2019 Acura MDX Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Some things get better with age. You can count the 2019 Acura MDX among them thanks to a continuous program of improvement.

2019 Honda Insight Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With the redesigned 2019 Insight, does Honda finally get the compact hybrid car recipe right?

2019 Audi A6 Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
One of three redesigned cars in Audi's lineup, the new 2019 A6 is, in many respects, a new standard-bearer among midsize luxu...
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2018 Mazda CX-5 Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2018 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV delivers plenty of style, sophistication and substance.

2019 Kia Sorento Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Thanks to numerous updates, the 2019 Kia Sorento remains one of the best midsize SUVs you can buy.

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
People are willing to spend tens of thousands of extra dollars on a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe because they think they need one. Th...
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2018 Subaru Outback Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Providing everything you need in a new vehicle, and nothing you don’t, the safe, affordable, and capable 2018 Subaru Outback ...
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2018 Buick Regal TourX Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The new 2018 Buick Regal TourX targets the Subaru Outback as a prime competitor, but General Motors forgot a crucial ingredie...
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2018 Ford Fusion Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
A family sedan that offers an extraordinary amount of variety within its lineup, the 2018 Ford Fusion remains one of the bett...
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2018 Hyundai Sonata Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
On paper, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata is one of the smartest picks in the midsize family sedan segment. So why isn’t this car mor...
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2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Test Drive Review
by Christian Wardlaw
If you’re looking for a bargain in a safe, roomy, and dependable family-size crossover SUV, look no further than the 2018 Hyu...
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