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Dealers embrace AI as finance and pricing lead adoption – but trust remains a major barrier

Our latest dealer research reveals that AI has transitioned into a mainstream operational tool for UK vehicle dealerships.

17 August 2026 ● Forecourt Foresight ● 3 minute read

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Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

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Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

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Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

28 May 2025 ● Insights ● 3 minute read

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

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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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Not driving home for Christmas: EV drivers fear battery range and charging point infrastructure

One in six EV drivers say the range on their vehicle is shorter than they expected and the same number say it’s difficult finding working charging points, that's according to our latest consumer research.

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Close Brothers Motor Finance makes two key appointments

We've made two key appointments as Clare Bradley has been appointed Commercial Director, and Neil Leonard has been appointed Marketing Director.

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Close Brothers Motor Finance returned to writing new business

We've begun a phased return to the writing of new UK motor finance business.

08 November 2024 Motor Finance 2 minute read

Two in five drivers call for cap on insurance premiums ahead of the Autumn Budget

Our latest consumer research found that two in five drivers call for cap on insurance premiums ahead of the Autumn budget.

17 October 2024 Consumer research 5 minute read

Close Brothers Motor Finance appoints new Managing Director of Sales

Our latest appointment sees John Cassidy become Managing Director - Sales.

09 October 2024 Appointment 2 minute read

Seven in ten car dealers want to see a VAT cut in the Autumn Statement

According to our latest Forecourt Foresight research, which asked dealers to outline the support they need to help their business, almost seven in ten (69%) said they'd like to see a VAT cut.

27 September 2024 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read

High electricity costs have been the biggest challenge for EV drivers

As the energy price cap is set to increase on October 1st, a third of EV drivers say high electricity costs have been the biggest challenge to owning an electric vehicle, according to our latest consumer research.

27 September 2024 Consumer research 5 minute read

Close Brothers wins the most Open Culture award!

At this year's Menopause Friendly Employer Awards, Close Brothers took home the award for the Most Open Culture!

16 September 2024 Industry Awards 2 minute read

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

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Dealers embrace AI as finance and pricing lead adoption – but trust remains a major barrier

Featured

Three in four drivers worried about global events impacting car costs

Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

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

Latest

Not driving home for Christmas: EV drivers fear battery range and charging point infrastructure

Close Brothers Motor Finance makes two key appointments

Close Brothers Motor Finance returned to writing new business

Two in five drivers call for cap on insurance premiums ahead of the Autumn Budget

Close Brothers Motor Finance appoints new Managing Director of Sales

Seven in ten car dealers want to see a VAT cut in the Autumn Statement

High electricity costs have been the biggest challenge for EV drivers

Close Brothers wins the most Open Culture award!

Dealers confirm price is paramount for vehicle buyers