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:

2022 GMC Terrain Review

2022 GMC Terrain Review

Updated at May 9, 2023

A new 2022 GMC Terrain AT4 model leads a list of changes to this compact crossover SUV.

2022 Chevrolet Traverse Review

2022 Chevrolet Traverse Review

Updated at April 26, 2023

The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse is what to buy when you think that you need a Chevy Tahoe but secretly know that you don't.

2022 Audi A4 Review

2022 Audi A4 Review

Updated at April 26, 2023

We expected the aging Audi A4 to show more than a few wrinkles. Instead, it impressed us just as much as it did when this gen...

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2006 Honda Civic Review

2006 Honda Civic Review

Updated at April 26, 2023

With the dramatic redesign of the 2006 Honda Civic, the future of transportation is here, today.

2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Updated at April 25, 2023

If you don’t need a third-row seat, the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a stylish and practical alternative to the same ...

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2006 Toyota Camry Review

2006 Toyota Camry Review

Updated at April 25, 2023

A full-size vehicle masquerading as a midsize car, the 2006 Toyota Camry supplies everything you need and want in a reliable ...

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2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Review

2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Review

Updated at April 24, 2023

Fuel costs are through the roof, but you’ve got a big family to carry. What can you do? Buy a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid.

2007 Ford Fusion Review

2007 Ford Fusion Review

Updated at April 24, 2023

Following the nameplate’s stunning 2006 new car debut, the 2007 Ford Fusion returns to the midsize car market with more stand...

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2006 Hyundai Sonata Review

2006 Hyundai Sonata Review

Updated at April 20, 2023

When history reflects on this Korean brand, the redesigned 2006 Hyundai Sonata midsize sedan will represent its clear pivot a...

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2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid Plug-In Review

2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid Plug-In Review

Updated at April 13, 2023

The 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid is an affordable way to dip your toes into the electric vehicle pool.

2008 BMW X5 Review

2008 BMW X5 Review

Updated at April 13, 2023

Call the 2008 BMW X5 "the ultimate driving SUV," and you wouldn’t be far off the mark. This is a safe, speedy, and sophistica...

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2007 Nissan Altima Review

2007 Nissan Altima Review

Updated at April 13, 2023

Some acts are impossible to follow, and so the redesigned Nissan Altima arrives for the 2007 model year with a bit of a thud,...

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2006 Ford F-150 Review

2006 Ford F-150 Review

Updated at April 13, 2023

Competition in the full-size pickup truck segment is fierce, so the 2006 Ford F-150 gets a few changes to make it even more i...

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2006 Jeep Liberty Review

2006 Jeep Liberty Review

Updated at April 12, 2023

If you’re looking for a small sport utility vehicle and you need serious off-roading capability, the 2006 Jeep Liberty is pur...

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2022 Jeep Wrangler Review

2022 Jeep Wrangler Review

Updated at April 5, 2023

Driving a Jeep Wrangler is akin to playing in high surf at high tide. It’s fun, but exhausting, with elements of danger and s...

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2023 Subaru Outback Review

2023 Subaru Outback Review

Updated at March 30, 2023

With its standard all-wheel drive, impressive safety systems and ratings, and excellent utility, the 2023 Subaru Outback offe...

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2023 Hyundai Elantra Review

2023 Hyundai Elantra Review

Updated at March 30, 2023

From basic transportation to performance thrills, the 2023 Hyundai Elantra lineup offers something for almost everyone.

2023 Kia Carnival Review

2023 Kia Carnival Review

Updated at March 28, 2023

With the 2023 Kia Carnival, the automaker successfully overcomes the minivan stigma. Just don’t tell anyone what it really is...

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2005 Chrysler 300 Review

2005 Chrysler 300 Review

Updated at March 28, 2023

With Bentley styling, Mercedes-Benz engineering, and a Buick price, the new built-in-Canada 2005 Chrysler 300 is deserving of...

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2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review

2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review

Updated at March 17, 2023

Why is a Mazda MX-5 always the answer? Because it's an affordable, street-legal go-kart that plasters a perma-smile on your f...

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2022 BMW 3 Series Test Drive Review

2022 BMW 3 Series Test Drive Review

Updated at March 11, 2023

Though capable rivals challenge its authority, the 2022 BMW 3 Series remains the original (and best) luxury sports sedan.

2022 Kia Forte Review

2022 Kia Forte Review

Updated at March 11, 2023

We like the 2022 Kia Forte sedan, especially in GT Limited trim. Nevertheless, there are better choices in the segment.

2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Review

2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime Review

Updated at March 11, 2023

The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime is our favourite version of the popular compact crossover SUV.

2022 Kia Sportage Test Drive Review

2022 Kia Sportage Test Drive Review

Updated at March 9, 2023

Kia sells five crossovers, and the 2022 Sportage is the middle child in a diverse lineup.