Mat Watson
Chief Content Officer
Mat has been a motoring journalist for more than two decades, starting out writing for magazines at Dennis Publishing before moving on to present the Auto Express and CarBuyer YouTube channels.
In 2016 he moved to Carwow to launch the new YouTube channel, which has since surpassed 8 million subscribers. Mat is also Chief Content Officer, overseeing all editorial content across the company's websites in the UK, Spain and Germany.
As well as his YouTube exploits, Mat has also presented for television, including a 10-part ITV4 series called I Want That Car, where he helped people buy their dream used motor.
In 2016 he moved to Carwow to launch the new YouTube channel, which has since surpassed 8 million subscribers. Mat is also Chief Content Officer, overseeing all editorial content across the company's websites in the UK, Spain and Germany.
As well as his YouTube exploits, Mat has also presented for television, including a 10-part ITV4 series called I Want That Car, where he helped people buy their dream used motor.
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Mat’s deal of the day: this great-looking family car could be yours for less than £7,0006th Sep 2026This hatchback is fun to drive and smart looking. The best part is that you can buy a used example through Carwow for less than £7,000. -
Drag race: can this bonkers 1,100hp BMW M2 drift car beat a Lamborghini Huracan?5th Sep 2026Mat Watson is drag racing a Lamborghini Huracan Performante against Red Bull’s highly-tuned BMW M2 drift car. This will be a close one,... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: you can save over £11,000 on the stylish Volvo EC40 when you buy a nearly-new example5th Sep 2026Mat Watson reckons the Volvo EC40 is a great electric SUV, and he’s found a deal on a used example from 2026 which could save you a... -
Mat’s deal of the day: snag this hatchback with striking looks from less than £210 per month4th Sep 2026We love an oh-so-desirable car, especially when you can get it for a right bargain. -
Mat’s Car of the Day: the BMW X7 shows why it’s important to shop around for the best deal3rd Sep 2026It can be all too easy to just wander into a dealership and pay the asking price for your next car, but shopping around can save you tens... -
Mat’s deal of the day: drive away in this excellent family car with over £9,300 off2nd Sep 2026We think this SUV is worth considering thanks to its huge boot and excellent interior quality. The best part is you can currently get... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: drive the Carwow Car of the Year for just £264 a month1st Sep 2026The Chery Tiggo 8 is Carwow’s reigning Car of the Year for its spacious interior, great hybrid engine and staggering value – and you can... -
Mat Watson reviews the new Volvo EX60: why is this the best car in it’s class?31st Aug 2026Mat’s spent a week with the new Volvo EX60, and he reckons it’s better than the BMW iX3 and Mercedes GLC EV. Here’s why. -
Mat’s deal of the day: This luxurious-feeling electric SUV could be yours from less than £250 per month30th Aug 2026We think this luxurious-feeling electric Chinese SUV is worth a look. Not to mention you can lease it for an absolute bargain. -
Drag race: how fast are these new Chinese luxury cars?29th Aug 2026Denza is a new Chinese brand launching in the UK with two 1,000hp+ electric cars, but how fast are they really? Mat Watson is racing them... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: a used Audi RS4 Avant could be yours for the same price as a Jaecoo 727th Aug 2026Mat Watson recently reviewed the new Audi RS5, and it made him think about how much he loved his old RS4 Avant. A quick look at some used... -
Mat’s car of the day: the Peugeot 308 SW is a cracking estate with some tasty deals25th Aug 2026We’re living with the Peugeot 308 SW for six months. While our car costs a hefty £40,000, Mat Watson has some tips on how to get behind... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: a used Audi S8 is quietly super-cool22nd Aug 2026Fly under the radar in one of the ultimate undercover cars – the Audi S8. Mat reckons you should consider this great-value super-saloon... -
Drag race: the ultra-tuned 1,067hp Gunther Werks F-26 takes on all comers22nd Aug 2026It’s a Battle Royale on the Carwow drag strip this week, as the Gunther Werks F-26 races against a selection of increasingly powerful... -
Does the Dacia Duster still deserve its ‘best-value’ crown? Mat compares it to the new Chery Tiggo 4 to find out22nd Aug 2026Dacia has always sold some of the cheapest cars around – but the latest Duster Hybrid is over £3,000 more expensive than the new, full...