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The Digital Shift: Two-Thirds of UK Motorists Now Use AI to Navigate Car Buying

Motorists are increasingly turning to AI for car‑buying research, using it to compare models, check reviews, and estimate costs. Even so, dealers remain vital for expert advice and finance guidance that AI can’t yet replicate.

23 January 2026 ● Consumer research ● 3 minute read

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The Digital Shift: Two-Thirds of UK Motorists Now Use AI to Navigate Car Buying

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

Close Brothers acquires Bluestone Motor Finance in Ireland

Car dealers think 2030 petrol and diesel ban will be changed or scrapped

Cost-of-living top hurdle for 7 in 10 dealers

Cost-of-living crisis continues to hamper car buying plans say car dealers

Countdown to Consumer Duty deadline, but what matters most to customers?

Myth-busting 101: Common misconceptions about dealer funding

9 out of 10 dealers are aware of the upcoming Consumer Duty legislation

Dealers speeding towards online sales as costs soar

Close Brothers Motor Finance raises over £17,000 for charity