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EV demand continues to surge despite consumer concerns

Our latest research shows demand for electric vehicles continues to grow, with dealers reporting increased interest throughout the buying journey. Findings highlight the opportunities and barriers facing the transition to EVs.

25 September 2026 ● Forecourt Foresight ● 3 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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3 in 5 dealers say AFVs are more popular than petrol and diesel vehicles

According to our latest research, 3 in 5 dealers say AFVs are more popular than petrol and diesel vehicles. Read the article to find out more!

15 March 2023 AFVs 2 minute read

International Women’s Day 2023; why it’s important for the automotive industry to embrace equity for the future, and not just today

We recently caught up with Lisa Frankland, a valued dealer partner from Frankland Cars and Vans, to talk about International Women's Day and her thoughts on this year's theme of #EmbraceEquity

08 March 2023 International Women's Day 5 minute read

More than a third of dealerships will struggle to survive without government support due to energy costs

According to our latest research, more than a third (38%) of dealers say that their business will struggle to survive without more government support, and 35% say their business won’t survive if energy costs remain high.

22 February 2023 Forecourt Foresight 2 minute read

Close Brothers Motor Finance raise £6,170 for charity Mission Christmas appeal

For last years' Cash for Kids' Mission Christmas, the largest annual toy appeal in the UK, our colleagues and partners collectively raised £6,170 and donated 2,004 presents!

24 January 2023 Mission Christmas 2 minute read

Only 1 in 10 Brits expect to buy an electric car next

According to our latest research, only 10% of those studied expect their next car to be electric. Initial cost of electric vehicles is the leading concern.

10 January 2023 Insights 2 minute read

Menopause and the workplace: Support your staff

We've been working hard to support our menopausal employees and have implemented policies and measures to achieve this specific aim. Read more from Mandy Smith, our Senior HR Business Partner, to find what we're doing to help.

05 January 2023 Colleague support 5 minute read

Top cars and car-buying trends of 2022

The Volkswagen Golf tops our list of the 12 most financed cars in 2022! Find out which other cars made the list and the car-buying trends for this year.

20 December 2022 Insights 2 minute read

Passionate about partnerships; how our ethos has been recognised in a multi-award winning year for Close Brothers Motor Finance

Passionate about partnerships, our partners and customers are at the heart of everything we do, so we’re delighted that this ethos has been recognised in an award-winning year for us. Here’s a recap of our award success this year!

20 December 2022 News 2 minute read

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

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EV demand continues to surge despite consumer concerns

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

3 in 5 dealers say AFVs are more popular than petrol and diesel vehicles

International Women’s Day 2023; why it’s important for the automotive industry to embrace equity for the future, and not just today

More than a third of dealerships will struggle to survive without government support due to energy costs

Close Brothers Motor Finance raise £6,170 for charity Mission Christmas appeal

Only 1 in 10 Brits expect to buy an electric car next

Menopause and the workplace: Support your staff

Top cars and car-buying trends of 2022

Passionate about partnerships; how our ethos has been recognised in a multi-award winning year for Close Brothers Motor Finance

Petrol still king of the cars: Fewer opting for hybrid and electric models as their next car purchase