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:

2024 Subaru Solterra Review

2024 Subaru Solterra Review

Updated at May 13, 2024

Electric vehicle technology continually improves, as seen in the updated 2024 Subaru Solterra.

2024 Subaru Ascent Review

2024 Subaru Ascent Review

Updated at May 13, 2024

When you want a new Subaru SUV and need three rows of seats, the 2024 Ascent is the only game in town.

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS Review

2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS Review

Updated at May 13, 2024

Nothing says success quite like a Mercedes-Benz, and the refreshed 2024 GLS SUV does it with finesse.

2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid Review

2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid Review

Updated at April 24, 2024

The 2024 Honda CR-V is one of the best-selling SUVs in Canada and for good reasons.

2024 Volvo XC90 Review

2024 Volvo XC90 Review

Updated at April 24, 2024

Timeless beauty is a rarity in SUV design, yet the 2024 Volvo XC90 remains as appealing as ever.

2024 Lexus TX Review

2024 Lexus TX Review

Updated at April 24, 2024

With the arrival of the 2024 TX, Lexus finally has a credible three-row crossover SUV.

2024 Kia Telluride Review

2024 Kia Telluride Review

Updated at April 19, 2024

The 2024 Kia Telluride fits family life like a favourite pair of jeans: effortlessly and with style.

2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Review

2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Review

Updated at April 18, 2024

The 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback is where quality, fun, safety, utility, and affordability intersect.

2024 Ford Escape Review

2024 Ford Escape Review

Updated at April 18, 2024

One of the original compact crossovers, the Ford Escape, might be nearing the end of its life.

2024 Kia K5 Review

2024 Kia K5 Review

Updated at April 18, 2024

The 2024 Kia K5 is an overlooked gem of a midsize sedan, but it has a couple of significant flaws.

2022 Ford Expedition Review and Video

2022 Ford Expedition Review and Video

Updated at March 22, 2024

Among full-size SUVs, the twin-turbocharged 2022 Ford Expedition shines brightly, especially with the Stealth Edition treatme...

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2023 Chrysler 300 Review

2023 Chrysler 300 Review

Updated at February 9, 2024

Say goodbye to the 2023 Chrysler 300, which exits production after 19 years with the roar of a mighty V8.

2023 Dodge Challenger Review

2023 Dodge Challenger Review

Updated at February 9, 2024

The ultimate in automotive guilty pleasures, the 2023 Dodge Challenger exits production in a cloud of special-edition tire sm...

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2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Review

2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Review

Updated at February 9, 2024

The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe plug-in hybrid SUV is a rock star when off-roading.

2023 Volkswagen Jetta Review

2023 Volkswagen Jetta Review

Updated at February 9, 2024

A 2023 Volkswagen Jetta provides everything you need in a new car at an affordable price.

2023 Lexus RX Hybrid Review

2023 Lexus RX Hybrid Review

Updated at February 9, 2024

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

2023 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review

2023 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Review

Updated at January 31, 2024

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

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2023 Audi e-tron Review

2023 Audi e-tron Review

Updated at January 31, 2024

The 2023 Audi e-tron Sportback would be easy to recommend if it had more competitive specifications.

2023 Chevrolet Colorado Review

2023 Chevrolet Colorado Review

Updated at January 15, 2024

The redesigned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado rolls onto a rapidly changing midsize truck playing field with nearly all the right st...

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2023 Lexus RX Review and Video

2023 Lexus RX Review and Video

Updated at January 15, 2024

The automaker takes no risks with the redesigned 2023 Lexus RX, but dynamic and technological upgrades enhance the model’s ap...

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2024 MINI Countryman Review

2024 MINI Countryman Review

Updated at January 3, 2024

MINI is about to redesign the new Countryman crossover SUV, but for now, we get one last dash in the current Countryman.

2023 BMW XM Review

2023 BMW XM Review

Updated at January 3, 2024

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

2023 Honda Accord Review

2023 Honda Accord Review

Updated at January 3, 2024

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