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    Dealers confirm price is paramount for vehicle buyers

    Dealers confirm price is paramount for vehicle buyers

    Our latest Forecourt Foresight research, which asked motor dealers what their customers look for when making a vehicle purchase, found that price remains the most important consideration for buyers.

    27 August 2024 Forecourt Foresight 3 minute read

    From Pumps to Plugs: EV Drivers Reap the savings

    From Pumps to Plugs: EV Drivers Reap the savings

    Since switching to electric vehicles, EV owners say they’ve saved money over traditional fuel types. That's according to our latest consumer research.

    24 July 2024 Consumer research 3 minute read

    2025 is set to be a costly year for EV drivers

    2025 is set to be a costly year for EV drivers

    Our latest consumer research found that 54% of EV owners purchased their vehicle to save money and reduce running costs. 42% were unaware of changes to three key incentives coming to an end in 2025.

    28 June 2024 Consumer research 2 minute read