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The latest news from Close Brothers Motor Finance and the financial world, plus helpful guides for our customers and clients.
Motor finance that goes the extra mile for you, whatever your circumstances
Buying a vehicle is an expensive purchase. That's why we believe the way you choose to pay is just as important as the vehicle you want to buy. For over 30 years, we've provided affordable solutions, whatever the economy brings.
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Motor finance that goes the extra mile for you, whatever your circumstances
Buying a vehicle is an expensive purchase. That's why we believe the way you choose to pay is just as important as the vehicle you want to buy. For over 30 years, we've provided affordable solutions, whatever the economy brings.Nov 21, 2023 News 5 minute read
Two in three consider plugging into electric vehicles
According to our latest consumer research, almost two in three (64%) motorists say they would consider buying an AFV as their next vehicle purchase - up 106% on last year.Nov 14, 2023 Consumer research 5 minute read
Consumers reversing on car buying plans
According to our latest Forecourt Foresight research, consumers are continuing to change their car buying plans because of the cost-of-living crisis.Oct 30, 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read
Unleashing the Power of Forecourt Insight: A Game-Changer for Dealerships
Understanding the market and the products available to meet customer need is hugely important for dealers but can be a challenge. Our Director of Product, Alex Griffin, talks about what Forecourt Insight is and how it can help.Oct 10, 2023 Insights 5 minute read
Close Brothers acquires Bluestone Motor Finance in Ireland
Close Brothers Motor Finance has over a decade of experience in the Irish market, having helped over 130,000 customers finance vehicles. Today, Close Brothers acquires Bluestone Motor Finance in Ireland.Sep 20, 2023 News 2 minute read
Car dealers think 2030 petrol and diesel ban will be changed or scrapped
Our latest Forecourt Foresight research revealed that 85% of dealers don’t believe the government’s 2030 ban will go ahead as planned, with one in five (18%) believing it’ll be scrapped altogether.Sep 18, 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read
Cost-of-living top hurdle for 7 in 10 dealers
The cost-of-living crisis is the biggest challenge for 7 in 10 car dealers, according to our latest Forecourt Foresight research. More than half say stock availability is a huge challenge. Read the full article for more detail.Aug 21, 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read
Cost-of-living crisis continues to hamper car buying plans say car dealers
The ongoing cost-of-living crisis is continuing to impact the buying behaviour of those looking to purchase cars, according to our latest Forecourt Foresight research.Aug 01, 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read
Countdown to Consumer Duty deadline, but what matters most to customers?
Countdown to Consumer Duty deadline, but what matters most to customers?Jul 21, 2023 Consumer Duty 3 minute read