
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:

2025 Lincoln Navigator Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The redesigned 2025 Lincoln Navigator is ready to carry, haul, and tow in high-tech luxury.

2025 Mazda3 Review
by Christian Wardlaw
You need not suffer when driving a small, affordable, efficient car. The 2025 Mazda3 Sport proves it.
2025 BMW X3 Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The redesigned 2025 BMW X3 is a driver-focused compact luxury SUV deserving of consideration.
2025 Land Rover Defender Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Got someplace to go? A 2025 Land Rover Defender can get you there, no matter where “there” is.
2025 Honda Accord Hybrid Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Fun to drive and fuel-efficient, the 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid is an excellent family sedan.

2025 Chevrolet Traverse Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Style, technology, and utility characterize the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, one of the larger midsize three-row SUVs available.

2025 Hyundai Palisade Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With minivans mostly out of the picture, three-row SUVs like the 2025 Hyundai Palisade are family favourites.
2025 BMW 3 Series Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Long the benchmark of luxury sports sedans, the 2025 BMW 3 Series is still a thrill.

2025 Acura RDX Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Minor cosmetic surgery helps the 2025 Acura RDX continue to age gracefully.

2025 MINI Countryman Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The redesigned 2025 Mini Countryman is big on personality but short on refinement.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Review
by Christian Wardlaw
If you're concerned about new car prices, take a close look at the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta.

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Plug-In Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Plug-in hybrids like the 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV are great for local electric-only driving and family road trips.

2025 Kia Sorento Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Need an SUV with an occasional-use third-row seat? The 2025 Kia Sorento is ready to serve.

2025 Honda Odyssey Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Minivans like the 2025 Honda Odyssey are perfect for family life, but this one is falling behind its rivals.
Chevrolet Camaro Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Christian Wardlaw
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Chevrolet Camaro, covering every generation since 1967. Whether you'...
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BMW X5 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Christian Wardlaw
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used BMW X5, covering every generation since 2000. Whether you're a first...
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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With the 2024 MX-5, Mazda brings its iconic sports car closer to perfection.

2024 BMW X2 Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The redesigned 2024 BMW X2 is the most affordable of the automaker’s Sports Activity Coupes.

2024 BMW 5 Series Review
by Christian Wardlaw
With the redesigned 2024 5 Series, BMW positions its midsize luxury sedan for an unknown future.

2025 Ford Explorer Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The original Ford Explorer sparked North America’s love affair with SUVs. The 2025 Explorer nourishes it.

2025 Acura MDX Review
by Christian Wardlaw
The Acura MDX is the best-selling three-row luxury SUV in history, and the updated 2025 MDX demonstrates why.

BMW M5 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Christian Wardlaw
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used BMW M5, covering every generation since 1988. Whether you're a first...
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BMW M3 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Christian Wardlaw
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used BMW M3, covering every generation since 1988. Whether you're a first...
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2024 Ford Bronco Review
by Christian Wardlaw
Take one iconic nameplate, apply it to a retro-designed SUV, and you have the 2024 Ford Bronco.