UK Vehicle Leasing: Market insight report

What does this report contain?

In this report we review the UK vehicle leasing market, covering both financial and operational leasing of company cars. We look at the market size and growth, and at macro-economic and commercial drivers. We review the competitive landscape, and analyse competitive differentiation of the main operators in the sector. Based on our analysis of historical drivers, macro economic and other forecasts, and our experience of having worked in the sector, we provide a sector forecast. While many reports on the industry contain data and description, a critical objective for us in writing this report has been to share our insights and conclusions.

Why did we write this report?

The economic downturn has affected many industry sectors adversely and severely, the car market is a relatively cyclical one, but the company car market has been more resilient given some structural factors. The resilience of business models has been tested. We believe that, in order for those involved in the market to make the best decisions in this complex and changing environment, they need to have access to the best information in a concise manner. The aim of this report is to provide this. This report is intended for integrated vehicle leasing operators themselves, users of their services, partners, investors, banks, analysts, consultants and other parties with interests in the sector.

What are the sources and methodology?

This report is based onpublicly available data including company annual reports, websites, press releases and government information and statistics; interviews with senior decision makers in the industry; in-depth analysis of macro-economic environment and relevant market drivers and our own experience of advising investors in the vehicle leasing market. Information from these sources has been synthesised and presented clearly and concisely with extensive use of charts and tables to illuminate views and support conclusions.