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Fuel Duty and road quality top drivers’ concerns heading into the Autumn Budget
Our latest consumer research reveals motorists’ priorities for the Autumn Budget, from fuel duty and road repairs to vehicle running costs and support for electric vehicles.
02 November 2026 ● Consumer research ● 3 minute read
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Petrol still king of the cars: Fewer opting for hybrid and electric models as their next car purchase
Petrol remains the number one choice of car for UK drivers in 2022, despite the upcoming ban on petrol and diesel vehicles.19 December 2022 General 2 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance partners with DocuSign to launch remote electronic signature solution
Close Brothers Motor Finance is launching a remote electronic signature solution which allows customers to sign for their finance agreement from almost anywhere, at any time.16 December 2022 General 2 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance appoints Alex Griffin as Director of Product
Close Brother Motor Finance has appointed Alex Griffin as Director of Product.15 December 2022 General 2 minute read
Understanding the experience of women working in the automotive industry, and why it’s important, not just for International Women’s Day, but for the future
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we’re shining a spotlight on inspiring women in the automotive industry, including Lorraine Richards, our dealer partner from Crompton Way Motors.15 December 2022 General 3 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance revs up sponsorship deal with Mikey Doble Racing
Close Brothers Motor Finance has today announced it will become an official sponsor of Mikey Doble Racing for the upcoming Ginetta GT5 season.15 December 2022 General 2 minute read
One in 10 UK adults have a nickname for their car
For many of us, cars mean much more than simply getting us from A to B.15 December 2022 General 2 minute read
Fuel crisis puts the brakes on car buying
The latest crisis at the petrol pumps could prevent consumers from making a vehicle purchase, according to Close Brothers Motor Finance.15 December 2022 General 2 minute read
Close Brothers Motor Finance appoints Lisa Watson as Director of Sales
Close Brothers Motor Finance has appointed Lisa Watson as Director of Sales.14 December 2022 General 2 minute read
Half of drivers plan to buy a vehicle in 2022
There’s no sign of demand in the car market dipping this New Year, with half (49%) of motorists saying that they intend on buying a car in 2022, according to new research from Close Brothers Motor Finance.13 December 2022 General 2 minute read