News and insights

World EV Day

The average range of an EV has grown 140% over the past decade and many 2025 models can exceed 480km on a single charge with premium models capable of going even further.

09 September 2025 News 10 minute read

We’re Finalists in the Financial Services Awards 2025! A milestone for our team and customers

Finalists in these awards embody our values, showcasing customer trust, colleagues' dedication in Ireland, and our commitment to transparency, fairness, and care.

02 September 2025 News 10 minute read

Close Brothers Motor Finance takes the lead as headline partner of the European Motor Show 2026

Close Brothers Motor Finance Takes the Lead as Headline Partner of the European Motor Show 2026

09 July 2025 News 7 minute read

Ignition Autos dealer of the month (May)

Ignition Autos is owned and run by the Long family who have been trading from the same site on the Naas road for over thirty years.

20 June 2025 News 7 minute read

Celebrating our first Close PCP customer

Alan Moloney, our Senior Business Development Manager, presents a gift box to our first Close PCP customer

17 June 2025 News 7 minute read

The Automatic Car Centre, dealer of the month (April)

The Automatic Car Centre, Ireland’s leading importer of automatic & hybrid cars wins the April (2025) dealer of the month.

15 May 2025 News 7 minute read

Opening up Ireland’s second hand car market

Donal Murphy, Chief Executive Officer shares his thoughts on how Close PCP (Personal Contract Plan) can open up Ireland’s second hand car market.

14 May 2025 News 10 minute read

Broker spotlight - Loanitt

Loanitt is Ireland’s largest finance Intermediary, trusted by leading organisations, financial institutions and the customers.

14 May 2025 News 10 minute read

Dealer spotlight - Conor Cassidy Cars

Conor Cassidy Cars is an independent new and used car dealership. This is a family run business with an aim to provide quality used cars & commercials to the Irish market.

06 May 2025 News 3 minute read