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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:

2025 Mazda3 Review

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2025 Acura RDX Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Minor cosmetic surgery helps the 2025 Acura RDX continue to age gracefully.

2025 MINI Countryman Review

2025 MINI Countryman Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The redesigned 2025 Mini Countryman is big on personality but short on refinement.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta Review

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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