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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:

2023 Subaru Forester Review

2023 Subaru Forester Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2023 Subaru Forester is a rational–instead of emotional–choice in a new compact SUV.

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The Tiguan is Volkswagen’s most popular model. Spend some quality time with this crossover SUV, and it’s easy to understand w...

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2023 Mazda CX-5 Review

2023 Mazda CX-5 Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2023 Mazda CX-5 remains an appealing choice in its segment, but the Mazda CX-50 is the better compact crossover SUV.

2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Review

2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The new 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L adds more cargo space and a standard twin-turbo engine to an already big and powerful full-size ...

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2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L Review

2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L provides lots of luxury without shouting loudly about it.

2023 Volvo XC60 Review

2023 Volvo XC60 Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Following a mid-2022 powertrain update, the 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge is a better plug-in hybrid luxury SUV than ever.

2023 Toyota Sequoia Review

2023 Toyota Sequoia Review

by Christian Wardlaw

A redesign transforms the 2023 Toyota Sequoia into a technologically advanced full-size SUV with the interior space of a mids...

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2023 Nissan Z Review

2023 Nissan Z Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Nissan wisely prices and positions the new 2023 Z as a performance value, laying claim to an unpopulated segment of the two-s...

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2023 Genesis GV60 Review

2023 Genesis GV60 Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2023 Genesis GV60 is the first electric vehicle from the Hyundai Motor Group’s luxury brand, and it is sensational.

2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review

2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review

by Christian Wardlaw

With a hybrid powertrain and a strong reputation, the Toyota Camry lets you break out of the SUV mold.

2023 Acura TLX Review

2023 Acura TLX Review

by Christian Wardlaw

With the 2023 TLX Type S, Acura finds a sweet spot in the luxury sports sedan segment.

2023 Jeep Gladiator Review

2023 Jeep Gladiator Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Buy the 2023 Jeep Gladiator for what makes it special, not because it’s one of several midsize pickup trucks.

2023 Nissan Altima Review

2023 Nissan Altima Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2023 Nissan Altima represents a solid value proposition in the Canadian market, where it comes with a lower than average ...

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2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Review

2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Review

by Christian Wardlaw

A rolling showcase of the automaker’s engineering and technological prowess, the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric crossover ...

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2023 Nissan Rogue Review

2023 Nissan Rogue Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Does the popular Nissan Rogue have what it takes to compete in the hottest SUV segment on the continent in 2023?

2023 Honda CR-V Review

2023 Honda CR-V Review

by Christian Wardlaw

With the redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V, the automaker hones its compact crossover SUV to near perfection.

2023 Lincoln Aviator Review

2023 Lincoln Aviator Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Let us make something perfectly clear: the 2023 Lincoln Aviator is not an SUV for people who like to drive.

2023 BMW M3 Review

2023 BMW M3 Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The BMW M3 is a sports car, a family car, and a luxury car, all wrapped up in a single package.

2023 Acura MDX Review

2023 Acura MDX Review

by Christian Wardlaw

Even with a Type S performance version, the three-row crossover Acura MDX remains a mid-pack contender.

2022 Cadillac XT6 Review

2022 Cadillac XT6 Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2022 Cadillac XT6 is a necessary evil, filling the gap between the XT5 and the Escalade.

2016 Honda Accord Review and Video

2016 Honda Accord Review and Video

by Christian Wardlaw

Buying a 2016 Honda Accord is a good hedge against unanticipated expenses.

2018 Audi Q5 Review and Video

2018 Audi Q5 Review and Video

by Christian Wardlaw

It might look like the same small SUV Audi has been selling since the late 2000s, but the all-new 2018 Audi Q5 is a completel...

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2014 Honda Civic Review

2014 Honda Civic Review

by Christian Wardlaw

The 2014 Honda Civic drives like a more refined and capable vehicle than either its price point or competitive set might indi...

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2019 Honda CR-V Review and Video

2019 Honda CR-V Review and Video

by Christian Wardlaw

When people are ready to buy a compact SUV, the 2019 Honda CR-V is usually on the consideration list, and for good reason.

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