
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:

Hyundai Palisade Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
Updated at December 11, 2025
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Hyundai Palisade, covering each generation since 2020. Whether you'r...
Read more2026 Acura MDX Review
Updated at November 21, 2025
The 2026 Acura MDX blends sportiness and luxury in an appealing three-row crossover SUV.
2026 Acura Integra Review
Updated at November 19, 2025
Beloved by driving enthusiasts, the 2026 Acura Integra is a special car in an SUV world.

2026 Honda Civic Review
Updated at November 3, 2025
The Honda Civic is a familiar sight, but it’s well worth a second look.
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Review
Updated at October 28, 2025
Style, passion, and dynamism make the 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia almost irresistible to driving enthusiasts. Unfortunately, that’...
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2025 Lincoln Aviator Review
Updated at October 28, 2025
There’s nothing quite like the 2025 Lincoln Aviator, which drips in traditional American luxury.
2025 Jeep Gladiator Review
Updated at October 28, 2025
What’s a pickup truck, convertible, and go-anywhere off-roader all in one? The 2025 Jeep Gladiator.

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Review
Updated at October 21, 2025
Got somewhere to go? You can count on the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser to get you there.
2025 Kia EV6 Review
Updated at October 3, 2025
The 2025 Kia EV6 is one of the best electric vehicles you can buy today.

2025 Kia Telluride Review
Updated at October 3, 2025
The 2025 Kia Telluride might not be one of the newest three-row SUVs on the block but it remains one of the best.

2025 Jeep Wrangler Review
Updated at October 1, 2025
As the epitome of an automotive acquired taste, the 2025 Jeep Wrangler isn’t for everybody.

2025 Lexus RX Hybrid Review
Updated at October 1, 2025
The 2025 Lexus RX Hybrid faces few rivals in a segment it dominates.
2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Review and Video
Updated at October 1, 2025
The redesigned 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness continues to travel where few crossover SUVs can.

2025 Toyota Sienna Review
Updated at August 28, 2025
The 2025 Toyota Sienna is getting on in years but it has a standard hybrid powertrain and some practical features that make i...
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2025 Hyundai Sonata Review
Updated at August 28, 2025
Driving enthusiasts seeking a safe family car should check out the 2025 Hyundai Sonata.
2025 Mazda CX-90 Review
Updated at August 8, 2025
With the 2025 CX-90, Mazda doesn’t go with the midsize three-row SUV flow.
2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz Review
Updated at August 8, 2025
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz is the perfect sport truck for ultra-light-duty tasks.
2025 Toyota Prius Review
Updated at August 8, 2025
Has the Toyota Prius, the iconic standard-bearer of hybrid cars, finally outlived its usefulness?
2025 BMW i4 Review
Updated at July 21, 2025
The 2025 BMW i4 Gran Coupe is an excellent example of an upscale electric car.
2025 Toyota Corolla Review
Updated at July 14, 2025
The 2025 Toyota Corolla is the epitome of a good, cheap car.

2025 Volkswagen Atlas Review
Updated at July 10, 2025
Comfort and cargo capacity are the rules, not the exceptions, in the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas.

2025 Ford F-150 Review
Updated at July 10, 2025
The 2025 Ford F-150 is one of America’s favorite vehicles—and it’s easy to understand why.

2025 Audi A3 Review
Updated at July 10, 2025
The 2025 Audi A3 is a terrific little car that many new-car shoppers might be missing out on.

2025 Nissan Frontier Review and Video
Updated at July 1, 2025
The 2025 Nissan Frontier is a midsize pickup truck with plenty of old-school appeal.