
Iain Reid
Head of Editorial
Iain has been an automotive journalist for the best part of 20 years, working for the likes of What Car? Auto Express and CarBuyer. He's also been on the 'other side of the fence' helping produce content for Toyota and Lexus. Prior to this he worked in various motor sport websites and had a stint at Cosmopolitan magazine, too.
As Head of Editorial, Iain is responsible for making sure we have the best videos on YouTube and ensuring Carwow has the best review and advice content on the internet. Away from cars, Iain is a big Rangers FC fan and shouts himself hoarse following the Scotland national team.
As Head of Editorial, Iain is responsible for making sure we have the best videos on YouTube and ensuring Carwow has the best review and advice content on the internet. Away from cars, Iain is a big Rangers FC fan and shouts himself hoarse following the Scotland national team.
Articles by Iain Reid
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Mixed signals: UK drivers in the dark following Vehicle Excise Duty changes24th Jun 2025Changes to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) from 1 April 2025 have left millions of UK motorists uncertain and under-informed, according to new...
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Which dinky Skoda SUV was the fastest seller on Carwow?20th Jun 2025The Skoda Yeti is in demand – it was the fastest selling car on Carwow last month.
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How to keep your car cool in a heatwave16th Jun 2025Don’t get hot under the collar: keep your car cool in a heatwave with our top tips
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What is car leasing?3rd Jun 2025Securing a great car leasing deal could be a hassle-free way to get behind the wheel of a new car. This guide takes you through what you...
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All-new Nissan Micra EV: Nissan’s take on the Renault 5 revealed21st May 2025This is the new Nissan Micra – a funky looking small electric car with up to 250 miles range which is due to arrive in January 2026
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Renault Scenic v Skoda Elroq: which one should you buy?8th May 2025We put two new practical family electric SUVs through their paces – the Renault Scenic and Skoda Elroq – to find out which one is best.
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Brits support reform to the Zero Emissions Vehicle Mandate7th Mar 2025Following The Times’ report that the government is set to relax mandatory targets for electric cars, for car manufacturers, Carwow Group...
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ITV and Carwow Launch Auto Match5th Mar 2025New Addressable Advertising Solution for Car Manufacturers
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SUPERSIZE BRITAIN: CAN OUR ROADS COPE WITH EVER-GROWING CARS?7th Feb 2025Cars keep getting bigger, and Carwow’s Mat Watson has been investigating the impacts this has on usability.
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STICK OR TWIST? 6 IN 10 UK DRIVERS PLAN TO STAY WITH THEIR EXISTING CAR BRAND WHEN CHANGING CARS, WITH TOYOTA AND TESLA TOPPING THE LIST7th Feb 2025A new survey of 23,000 UK car owners reveals that 6 in 10 (60%) intend to stick with their existing car brand when changing cars – with...
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The fastest movers: These vehicles will secure a quick sale21st Oct 2024When it’s the right time to change your car, all drivers want a smooth, stress-free and fast sale. Lucky for some vehicle owners, the...
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Petrol prices fall but Israel-Lebanon conflict could impact future costs4th Oct 2024UK drivers enjoyed a drop in fuel prices throughout September, with petrol and diesel prices both dropping by 6.5p per litre, according...
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Beware of fake DVSA parking penalty scam texts25th Sep 2024The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has issued an urgent warning about a scam that’s targeting drivers through fake text...
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Hybrid cars exempt from UK’s 2030 petrol and diesel ban17th Sep 2024Hybrid cars won’t be part of the UK’s 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles, the government has confirmed.
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Traffic nightmare as busiest August bank holiday weekend predicted23rd Aug 2024This weekend’s August Bank Holliday is expected to be the busiest ever, with Leeds and Reading festivals and and high winds from Storm...