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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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Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

02 July 2025 ● Insights ● 2 minute read

Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

02 June 2025 ● Consumer research ● 2 minute read

Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

28 May 2025 ● Insights ● 3 minute read

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

13 May 2025 ● Consumer research ● 4 minute read

Dealer doubts over the 2030 petrol and diesel ban despite Government's accelerated timeline

31 March 2025 ● Forecourt Foresight ● 3 minute read

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UK drivers still not plugged in to electric car revolution

UK drivers are still not sold on the idea of electric cars, according to new research released today. Despite the SMMT* reporting that electric cars are now at their highest ever market share, just 15% of drivers would consider bu

15 May 2022 Motor Finance 5 minute read

Dealers still most trusted source for expert car advice

Car dealers are still the first port of call for drivers wanting expert advice on their next vehicle, according to the Britain Under the Bonnet report produced by Close Brothers Motor Finance. Findings from the report* suggest tha

15 May 2022 Motor Finance 5 minute read