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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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EV adoption held back by cost-of-living crisis

23 June 2022 ● Motor Finance ● 3 minute read

Car-buyers still try before they buy, but a hybrid approach is key

23 June 2022 ● Motor Finance ● 3 minute read

Cost of driving tops the list of customer concerns, say dealers

21 June 2022 ● Motor Finance ● 3 minute read

Close Brothers Motor Finance raises £35k for charity

08 June 2022 ● Motor Finance ● 3 minute read

Top cars and car-buying trends of 2021

18 May 2022 ● Motor Finance ● 5 minute read

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Potholes are costing Brits more than £5billion

Our latest research shows 36% of motorists have had car damage from potholes, costing Brits billions.

02 June 2025 Consumer research 2 minute read

Motor dealers report rising concerns over fraud

Motor dealers are reporting rising levels of fraud and attempted fraud, according to new Forecourt Foresight research from Close Brothers Motor Finance.

28 May 2025 Insights 3 minute read

Car confessions: Motorists admit to fuelish mistakes

One in three (32%) motorists have forgotten to lock their vehicles, a quarter (25%) have left something on top of their car

13 May 2025 Consumer research 4 minute read

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

New Forecourt Foresight research from Close Brothers Motor Finance found that most dealers remain sceptical that the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles will go ahead in 2030.

31 March 2025 Forecourt Foresight 3 minute read