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:

2026 Lexus TX Hybrid Review

2026 Lexus TX Hybrid Review

Updated at September 3, 2026

This Lexus is designed and engineered for suburban family life.

2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review

Updated at September 3, 2026

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class proves that wagons aren’t extinct yet.

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Review

2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Review

Updated at September 3, 2026

Need a minivan but want a crossover? Get a 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander.

2026 Toyota Camry Review

2026 Toyota Camry Review

Updated at September 3, 2026

Affordable, efficient, and safe, the 2026 Toyota Camry is all about practicality.

2026 Volvo XC60 Review

2026 Volvo XC60 Review

Updated at September 3, 2026

Volvo keeps the 2026 XC60 fresh with new tech and subtle styling updates.

2026 Kia EV9 Review

2026 Kia EV9 Review

Updated at August 28, 2026

The styling is a matter of opinion, but electric SUV buyers should like everything else about the 2026 Kia EV9.

2026 Lexus RZ Review

2026 Lexus RZ Review

Updated at August 28, 2026

Lexus sells one electric SUV, and it’s the 2026 RZ.

2026 Genesis G80 Review

2026 Genesis G80 Review

Updated at August 26, 2026

Luxury cars like the 2026 G80 are a vanishing species, so Genesis deserves credit for keeping it around.

Acura RSX Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Acura RSX Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy

Updated at June 10, 2026

Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Acura RSX and RSX Type-S, which were on sale from 2002-2006. Whether...

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2026 BMW X3 Review

2026 BMW X3 Review

Updated at March 27, 2026

Want a sports sedan but need an SUV? Check out the 2026 BMW X3.

2026 Chevrolet Colorado Review

2026 Chevrolet Colorado Review

Updated at March 27, 2026

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado makes a strong case for itself in the midsize pickup truck segment.

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Review

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE Review

Updated at March 27, 2026

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE adheres too strictly to the automaker’s original luxury crossover SUV recipe.

2026 Nissan Frontier Review

2026 Nissan Frontier Review

Updated at March 27, 2026

The 2026 Nissan Frontier deserves more consideration than it gets, but it still has some big flaws.

2026 Nissan Z Review

2026 Nissan Z Review

Updated at March 27, 2026

The 2026 Nissan Z deserves more love and respect than it typically gets.

2023 Toyota 4Runner Review and Video

2023 Toyota 4Runner Review and Video

Updated at March 11, 2026

The 2023 Toyota 4Runner is an oldie but a goodie, but only when you choose it for specific purposes. Otherwise, it’s just an ...

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2018 Ford Mustang Review and Video

2018 Ford Mustang Review and Video

Updated at March 11, 2026

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 Hyundai Elantra Review and Video

2019 Hyundai Elantra Review and Video

Updated at March 11, 2026

Freshened up for 2019, the Hyundai Elantra remains an incredible value among compact sedans, but its updates don’t address th...

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2016 Ford F-150 Review and Video

2016 Ford F-150 Review and Video

Updated at March 11, 2026

It might not wear a Lincoln nameplate, but the 2016 Ford F-150 Limited is a genuine luxury vehicle in all but name.

2023 RAM 2500 Review and Video

2023 RAM 2500 Review and Video

Updated at March 11, 2026

Ironically, the new 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel conforms to better resist rivals from Ford and GMC.

2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Review

2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Review

Updated at March 2, 2026

Hatchbacks have a cheap and cheerful reputation, but the new 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback is nothing but upmarket.

2026 INFINITI QX60 Review

2026 INFINITI QX60 Review

Updated at March 2, 2026

The 2026 Infiniti QX60 is the most affordable midsize three-row luxury SUV for a reason.

2026 Honda HR-V Review

2026 Honda HR-V Review

Updated at March 2, 2026

The 2026 Honda HR-V is a simple, uncomplicated thing. And that’s its most appealing attribute.

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review

Updated at March 2, 2026

A redesign is necessary if Chevrolet wants the Silverado 1500 to be broadly competitive.

2025 Audi S5 Review

2025 Audi S5 Review

Updated at March 2, 2026

Performance-tuned German sports sedans like the 2025 Audi S5 are irresistible gifts to driving enthusiasts.