
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:

2017 Honda CR-V Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
With its redesigned 2017 CR-V, has Honda built the perfect compact crossover SUV? The answer, essentially, is yes.

2017 Dodge Charger Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
When you drive a 2017 Dodge Charger Daytona 392, you’re judged to be cool or a tool. And it doesn’t matter at all how you’re ...
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2017 Honda Pilot Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
As midsize crossover SUVs go, the 2017 Honda Pilot is a good one. Whether or not you'll think it’s a great one depends on you...
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2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Nissan expects the Rogue to become its best-selling vehicle. Does an update for the 2017 model year give this compact crossov...
Read more2017 Ford Mustang Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
The 2017 Ford Mustang GT Convertible is like a therapy dog. Except it’s a horse. With four wheels.

2017 Genesis G80 Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
From a design standpoint, the Genesis G80 is a rakishly rendered luxury automobile, but the car’s interior execution is not q...
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2017 Chevrolet Camaro Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Wearing the equivalent of a black leather jacket and making an obnoxious amount of noise, the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE mi...
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2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Think of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack as a German Subaru Outback, but more fun to drive.

2017 Chevrolet Malibu Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
With the 2017 Malibu, Chevrolet perfects its midsize sedan recipe just as people are migrating away from family cars and into...
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2017 Subaru Forester Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
When you’re looking for a vehicle that can do almost anything and travel almost anywhere, without costing much money and whil...
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2017 Buick LaCrosse Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Buick redesigns its full-size sedan and creates a premium car with the power to appeal beyond the AARP crowd.

2017 Kia Sorento Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Speaking plainly, if you fail to consider a 2017 Kia Sorento while shopping for a midsize crossover SUV, you’re doing yoursel...
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
An impressive small luxury crossover SUV, the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class might just be the best vehicle in its segment… for now.

2017 Kia Cadenza Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
In a country dominated by SUVs and populated by aspirational consumers seeking to move up to a luxury brand just as soon as t...
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2017 Volvo S90 Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
If it's true that styling sells cars, Volvo had better prepare for an onslaught of new customers seeking to get their hands o...
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2017 Audi A4 Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
The redesigned 2017 Audi A4 sets new standards in the entry-luxury sport sedan segment.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
When you drop by your local Chevy dealer, you can choose between the Bolt EV and the Volt, umm, occasional EV. Both are great...
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2016 INFINITI Q50 Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
If you’re seeking maximum driving enjoyment, you’ll want to upgrade from the 2016 Infiniti Q50 2.0t to the 3.0t, the Sport, o...
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2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
People are drawn to the Jeep Grand Cherokee because it provides the ability to go almost anywhere at almost anytime and to do...
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2016 Nissan Pathfinder Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Insatiable demand for crossover SUVs has transformed the Nissan Pathfinder into a path follower.

2016 Acura TLX Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Acura advertises the TLX as a performance luxury sedan. With some additional attention to detail, it could actually deliver o...
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2016 MINI Cooper Clubman Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
I’m a big MINI fan. I’m also a family man. I should adore the new 2016 Clubman. But I don’t.

2016 Volkswagen Passat Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
Today, within its segment, the Passat outsells only four other models. Having just spent a week driving a 2016 Volkswagen Pas...
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2016 Nissan Murano Test Drive Review
Updated at May 25, 2021
The Nissan Murano’s flamboyant appearance is absolutely appropriate to this model, but the wild-eyed headlight design makes t...
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