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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
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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.10 October 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.20 September 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.18 September 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.21 August 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.01 August 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?21 July 2023 Consumer Duty 3 minute read
Myth-busting 101: Common misconceptions about dealer funding
Alex Griffin, our Director of Product, discusses all things dealer funding, and explains five common myths.14 July 2023 Funded dealer 5 minute read
9 out of 10 dealers are aware of the upcoming Consumer Duty legislation
According to our exclusive Forecourt Foresight research, 9 in 10 motor dealers surveyed are aware of the FCA's new Consumer Duty. This is up from 63% in the previous quarter.12 July 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read
Dealers speeding towards online sales as costs soar
According to our latest Forecourt Foresight research, dealers are making changes in the current economic climate by shifting their focus towards online sales. Read more, including comments from our Director of Sales, Lisa Watson.14 June 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read