
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 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Review
Updated at June 18, 2025
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys ‘41 Special Edition commemorates the Willys MB World War II military vehicle.
2025 Land Rover Defender Review
Updated at June 3, 2025
Got someplace to go? A 2025 Land Rover Defender can get you there, no matter where “there” is.

2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Review
Updated at May 27, 2025
With the arrival of the 2024 Wagoneer S Launch Edition, Jeep finally goes electric.
2025 Honda Accord Hybrid Review
Updated at May 27, 2025
Fun to drive and fuel-efficient, the 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid is an excellent family sedan.
2025 BMW 3 Series Review
Updated at May 22, 2025
Long the benchmark of luxury sports sedans, the 2025 BMW 3 Series is still a thrill.
2025 BMW X3 Review
Updated at May 21, 2025
The redesigned 2025 BMW X3 is a driver-focused compact luxury SUV deserving of consideration.

2026 BMW 5 Series Review
Updated at May 21, 2025
Germany has perfected the art of the luxury car, as evidenced by the 2026 BMW 5 Series.

2025 Mazda Mazda3 Review
Updated at May 21, 2025
You need not suffer when driving a small, affordable, efficient car. The 2025 Mazda 3 proves it.

Chevrolet Camaro Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
Updated at May 12, 2025
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2022 Lincoln Navigator Test Drive Review
Updated at May 4, 2025
The 2022 Lincoln Navigator, the company’s flagship model, benefits from several design, comfort, and technology updates.

2023 Grand Wagoneer L Review and Video
Updated at May 4, 2025
The 2023 Grand Wagoneer L provides lots of luxury without shouting loudly about it.

2025 Chevrolet Traverse Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
Style, technology, and utility characterize the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse, one of the larger midsize three-row SUVs available.

2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
When you think of a midsize luxury car, chances are the Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan springs to mind.

2024 Acura ZDX Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
In life, taking shortcuts rarely leads to good outcomes. The new Acura ZDX might prove an exception to the rule.

2023 Ford F-150 Review
Updated at May 3, 2025
The Ford F-150 is the best-selling pickup truck for decades running for a reason. Many of them, actually.

2023 Mazda CX-30 Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
The 2023 Mazda CX-30 is a small crossover SUV with an emphasis on 'small.'

2025 Honda Pilot Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
Roomy and relatively rugged, the 2025 Honda Pilot is a three-row midsize SUV that’s easy to live with.

2025 Honda Odyssey Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
Minivans like the 2025 Honda Odyssey are perfect for family life, but this one is falling behind its rivals.

2025 Kia Sorento Review and Video
Updated at May 3, 2025
Need an SUV with an occasional-use third-row seat? The 2025 Kia Sorento is ready to serve.

2025 Nissan Altima Review
Updated at April 16, 2025
Midsize sedans without Honda or Toyota emblems are on life support, including the 2025 Nissan Altima.

2025 Hyundai Palisade Review and Video
Updated at April 14, 2025
With minivans mostly out of the picture, three-row SUVs like the 2025 Hyundai Palisade are family favorites.

2025 BMW M4 Review
Updated at April 7, 2025
Where performance, luxury, and practicality intersect, you will find the 2025 BMW M4.

2025 MINI Countryman Review
Updated at April 3, 2025
The redesigned 2025 Mini Countryman is big on personality but short on refinement.

2025 Toyota Sequoia Review
Updated at March 22, 2025
There’s a new reason to consider a 2025 Toyota Sequoia, and it goes by the name 1794 Edition.