AI Thinks I'm Too Poor to Drive

In a bizarre turn of events this week, Car Owl® - the AI-powered car history check (https://carowl.co.uk/vehicle-history-check) platform - sat down for a chat with a very unexpected guest: Barry, a no-nonsense lorry driver from Southampton who says he's "had enough of robots making all the rules."

(Note: Barry's full surname has been withheld to protect his identity.)

"First it was parking fines, now it's AI telling me my motor's a danger to society," Barry says, outside his local MOT centre. "I typed my reg into this Car Owl thing, and it gave me a full report in seconds. Told me my old Astra's been in three crashes, one of which I definitely weren't told about."

But instead of thanking the tech, Barry's furious.
"They say it's helping people. What it's doing is pushing working blokes like me off the road. How's anyone supposed to keep up when every car's got more history than Henry VIII?"

Car Owl®, known for its fast, free reg checks (https://carowl.co.uk/free-car-check), said the chat with Barry was "an eye-opener."

George, the founder of Car Owl® said:
"Barry brings a unique perspective. Our goal is transparency and safety, not judgment."

But Barry's not buying it.
"It's always the same. They wrap it in nice words. But deep down, this AI's just another way of telling me I can't afford to drive."

The Bigger Picture
With car fraud on the rise and more people buying second-hand motors in a cost-of-living crunch, services like Car Owl® are growing fast. The site gives users instant access to MOT history, write-offs, mileage checks and more - all without a fee.

But the rise of AI in motoring is sparking a national debate. Who decides what's roadworthy? A mechanic - or a robot?

Barry's verdict?
"I trust Dave at the garage. Not some digital bird with glowing eyes."

Want to know what your car's hiding?
Find out now - before the AI does: Check your vehicle's past for free (https://carowl.co.uk)

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Car Owl® is a UK-based platform that helps people buy and sell used cars with confidence. It gives sellers a faster, easier way to sell their car. Instead of placing ads or dealing with private buyers, users can get an instant online valuation. Offers come in from trusted car dealers across the UK. These dealers compete to give the best price. Sellers can accept an offer and arrange free collection, all from their phone or laptop.

Car Owl® also helps used car buyers. It offers one of the most advanced vehicle history check tools in the UK. Buyers can see full reports using real-time data from official sources like the DVLA, police records, finance providers, and insurers. At this current time Car Owl® is the only platform that also uses AI to enhance their service. This helps buyers avoid any hidden problems and make safer choices.

The platform includes extra tools to support better decisions. These tools include a fuel cost calculator, a guide to common faults by car model, a test drive checklist, and a depreciation forecast. Buyers can also see the full cost of owning a car over one, three, or five years.

Car Owl® gives both buyers and sellers a smarter way to handle used cars. Everything is clear, fast, and easy to use. There are no hidden fees and no pressure. Car Owl brings trust and clarity to every step of the car journey.

Car Owl® works with a wide network of professional automotive businesses across the UK. Each one is carefully selected for quality, reliability, and service.

The network includes franchised dealerships that represent national brands. These dealers follow high standards and are known for their focus on customer care and vehicle quality.

It also includes independent dealers who offer flexible prices and a fast buying process. Many of these buyers look for specific types of vehicles and can move quickly once an offer is made.

In addition, Car Owl® works with vehicle traders, auction buyers, and fleet buyers. These partners often buy in volume and are always looking for clean stock they can trust.

Every partner in the Car Owl® network follows strict rules for fair pricing and honest dealing. This ensures that sellers receive real offers from buyers who are serious and ready to move forward.

For buyers, Car Owl® supports their decisions through a separate product: the Car Owl Vehicle History Check. This service gives users access to verified data and smart AI tools that go beyond what traditional checks offer. It helps private buyers avoid problems, spot hidden risks, and choose better cars.

Car Owl® creates value for both sides of the used car market. Sellers get access to real buyers. Buyers get the tools they need to make safe and confident choices. Everything is designed to be fast, clear, and easy to use.

This release was published on openPR.