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Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs
According to our latest research, most UK drivers are concerned that global events are affecting the cost and value of their cars.
26 August 2025 ● Consumer research ● 2 minute read
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Key things to check when buying a second-hand car
The top five things for consumers to consider before purchasing a second-hand car.25 February 2025 Consumer research 3 minute read
One in three drivers fail to check if a second-hand car has been in a prior accident
Our latest consumer research found that one in three drivers fail to check if a second-hand car has been in a prior accident.30 January 2025 Consumer research 4 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance raise £6,529 for Cash for Kids’ Mission Christmas appeal
We raised £6,529 over Christmas last year for Cash for Kids’ Mission Christmas campaign – the largest toy appeal in the UK!20 January 2025 Mission Christmas 2 minute read
National Pothole Day - quarter of motorists concerned by potholes in 2025
More than a quarter of drivers (27%) say they’re concerned by potholes damaging their vehicle in the next 12 months. That's according to our latest research which comes on National Pothole Day.15 January 2025 Consumer research 3 minute read
Most financed cars of 2024
As we kick off the new year, we look back on the most popular cars to finance in 2024.02 January 2025 Insight 5 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance raises over £4,500 for BEN
We raised over £4,500 for the automotive charity, BEN, by taking part in the ‘Bangers4Ben’ car rally in October last year.02 January 2025 Fundraising 3 minute read
Not driving home for Christmas: EV drivers fear battery range and charging point infrastructure
One in six EV drivers say the range on their vehicle is shorter than they expected and the same number say it’s difficult finding working charging points, that's according to our latest consumer research.17 December 2024 EVs 2 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance makes two key appointments
We've made two key appointments as Clare Bradley has been appointed Commercial Director, and Neil Leonard has been appointed Marketing Director.29 November 2024 Appointment 2 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance returned to writing new business
We've begun a phased return to the writing of new UK motor finance business.08 November 2024 Motor Finance 2 minute read