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Close Brothers Motor Finance raises over £2,700 for BEN
We've raised £2,706 for BEN by participating in the 16th annual ‘Bangers4BEN’ rally. The funds, boosted by matched donations from Close Brothers, will help BEN continue supporting people in need across the automotive industry.
24 November 2025 ● Bangers4Ben ● 2 minute read
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Close Brothers Motor Finance raises over £2,700 for BEN
We've raised £2,706 for BEN by participating in the 16th annual ‘Bangers4BEN’ rally. The funds, boosted by matched donations from Close Brothers, will help BEN continue supporting people in need across the automotive industry.24 November 2025 Bangers4Ben 2 minute read
Nearly half of UK drivers rethink EV plans
Our latest consumer research reveals that nearly half of UK drivers say EV tax has influenced their decision, with 22% dropping plans for a new EV and 24% now considering a used one.14 October 2025 Consumer research 3 minute read
UK drivers divided on car tech as digital overload becomes a concern
According to our latest consumer research, Distractions: 18% of drivers find infotainment screens distracting; 16% are bothered by driver alerts; 15% miss physical buttons.06 October 2025 Consumer research 2 minute read
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
Driven to distraction - drivers increasingly being put off by car tech
According to our latest consumer research, only 21% of drivers use all the tech in their car.01 August 2025 Consumer research 2 minute read
Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs
New research from Close Brothers Motor Finance reveals a significant level of anxiety among UK drivers regarding the future cost and value of their vehicles.02 July 2025 Insights 2 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance raises over £14,000 for charity
Following this year's Charity Week, we raised over £14,000 for two charities close to our heart!23 June 2025 Charity Week 2 minute read
Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion
Our latest research shows 36% of motorists have had car damage from potholes, costing Brits billions.02 June 2025 Consumer research 2 minute read
Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud
Motor dealers are reporting rising levels of fraud and attempted fraud, according to new Forecourt Foresight research from Close Brothers Motor Finance.28 May 2025 Insights 3 minute read