
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:

2023 Kia Telluride Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Updates and upgrades to the 2023 Kia Telluride improve a wildly successful midsize SUV recipe.

2024 Honda Civic Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Affordable performance defines the 2024 Honda Civic Si compact sports sedan.

2023 Lexus RX Hybrid Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
When shopping for a new 2023 Lexus RX, strongly consider one of the hybrid models.

2023 Honda Accord Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With the redesigned 2023 Accord, Honda makes a great car even better.

2023 BMW XM Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2023 BMW XM is an exclusive new plug-in hybrid SUV with a penchant for performance.

2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Why buy a 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback? For added utility and a sense of style.

2024 Mini Countryman Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Mini is about to redesign the Countryman crossover SUV, but for now, we get one last dash in the current Countryman.

2023 Volkswagen Taos Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Small crossovers like the 2023 Volkswagen Taos have replaced compact cars, and for good reason.

2019 Mazda CX-9 Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2019 Mazda CX-9 offers an upscale exterior with some impressive features, but the driver's seat isn't exactly "one size f...
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2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is as perfect a distillation of the sports car concept as can be bought today. Now, for 2019, Mazda hone...
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2020 BMW 3 Series Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
When you love to drive, you need a car that loves to be driven. Put the 2020 BMW 3 Series on your shortlist.

2019 Kia Soul EV Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Now half a decade old, the 2019 Kia Soul EV is a short-range electric car with an appealing price and plenty of personality.

2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Affordable performance is the name of the 2019 Volkswagen GTI’s game, and while it is more expensive than other small 5-door ...
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2020 Audi Q7 Review
by Christian Wardlaw
We take the refreshed 2020 Audi Q7 on a 1,000-mile family road trip to see whether changes and updates keep this SUV competit...
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2019 Toyota Tacoma Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Live with a Toyota Tacoma, and it will become a member of the family, a faithful companion, and a trusted partner that’s read...
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2019 MINI Cooper Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Small and speedy cars are fun, especially when they exude plenty of personality like the 2019 MINI Cooper.

2020 Acura TLX Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Lately, it is often said that Acura has forgotten its roots. Take an all-wheel-drive 2020 Acura TLX on a road you know well, ...
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2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
With the 2019 Corolla Hatchback, Toyota takes a big leap forward in terms of small car style and sophistication.

2020 Cadillac CT5 Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
To create the new 2020 Cadillac CT5, the company takes an already-tasty luxury sport sedan recipe and makes it better.

2020 Cadillac CT4 Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Building a new car from scratch is mighty expensive. That’s why, to create the 2020 Cadillac CT4, the crest-no-wreath brand d...
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2019 Mazda CX-3 Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
With the freshened 2019 CX-3, Mazda adds even more style and sophistication than you’ll find in other small SUVs, matching so...
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2020 Chevrolet Camaro Review
by Christian Wardlaw
For decades, a trio of classic 2-door sports coupes has captured the hearts and minds of Americans. Measured against the Dodg...
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2019 Lexus UX Hybrid Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
The 2019 UX effectively replaces the canceled CT 200h as the least expensive way to buy a Lexus. It may be based on the same ...
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2019 Toyota Camry Review and Video
by Christian Wardlaw
Daring styling and impressive athleticism make the 2019 Toyota Camry an alluring option, even if comfort and practicality hav...
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