Christian Wardlaw

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 Volkswagen Arteon Review

2023 Volkswagen Arteon Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

The 2023 Volkswagen Arteon is a terrific car parked in the shadow of more popular SUVs.

2024 Acura Integra Type S Review and Video

2024 Acura Integra Type S Review and Video

Updated at November 2, 2023

With the new Type S, the 2024 Acura Integra brings excitement to a typically mundane drive.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Test Drive Review

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

Redesigned and improved in all the ways that matter most, the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado will make Chevy loyalists happy.

2018 Ford Mustang Test Drive Review

2018 Ford Mustang Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

With a nip here and a tuck there, plus substantial mechanical and technological improvements, the 2018 Ford Mustang aims to e...

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2019 Volkswagen Arteon Review and Video

2019 Volkswagen Arteon Review and Video

Updated at November 2, 2023

The excellent 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is for drivers who need a roomy and practical vehicle with added foul-weather traction, ...

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2015 INFINITI Q50 Test Drive Review

2015 INFINITI Q50 Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

No matter what mix of settings I selected, Direct Adaptive Steering’s artificiality made driving the Infiniti Q50 feel like a...

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2020 Toyota Tundra Test Drive Review

2020 Toyota Tundra Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

If you’re looking for a reliable truck, a 2020 Toyota Tundra is practically a guarantee that you'll never need to buy another...

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2021 Chevrolet Corvette Test Drive Review

2021 Chevrolet Corvette Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

You’ll pay plenty for the privilege of powering down the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible’s top. But it might be worth it.

2018 Toyota Sienna Test Drive Review

2018 Toyota Sienna Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

For the majority of American families, nothing beats a minivan when it comes to hauling kids and cargo. Unless you’re towing ...

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2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Test Drive Review

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Test Drive Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

You want an SUV that can go anywhere at any time. But you need an SUV that’s easy to drive on the daily. Luckily, few models ...

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2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

Steeped in Americana, as much a part of the fabric of the country as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie, pickup trucks like th...

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2023 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review

2023 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

The 2023 Mercedes-AMG SL is the ultimate study in automotive contrasts, gorgeous and brilliant yet aggravating and frustratin...

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2023 Kia Telluride Review and Video

2023 Kia Telluride Review and Video

Updated at November 2, 2023

Updates and upgrades to the 2023 Kia Telluride improve a wildly successful midsize SUV recipe.

2024 Honda Civic Review

2024 Honda Civic Review

Updated at November 2, 2023

Affordable performance defines the 2024 Honda Civic Si compact sports sedan.

2023 Lexus RX Hybrid Review and Video

2023 Lexus RX Hybrid Review and Video

Updated at November 2, 2023

When shopping for a new 2023 Lexus RX, strongly consider one of the hybrid models.

2023 Honda Accord Review

2023 Honda Accord Review

Updated at September 20, 2023

With the redesigned 2023 Accord, Honda makes a great car even better.

2023 BMW XM Review

2023 BMW XM Review

Updated at September 20, 2023

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

2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

Updated at August 25, 2023

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

2024 Mini Countryman Review

2024 Mini Countryman Review

Updated at August 25, 2023

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

2023 Volkswagen Taos Review

Updated at August 25, 2023

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

2019 Mazda CX-9 Review and Video

2019 Mazda CX-9 Review and Video

Updated at August 25, 2023

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

2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review and Video

Updated at August 25, 2023

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

2020 BMW 3 Series Review and Video

Updated at August 25, 2023

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

2019 Kia Soul EV Review and Video

Updated at August 25, 2023

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