While Runzheimer has published several previous studies on business vehicle policies and costs, based on customer feedback, this Report was developed to focus on critical financial issues, and to provide insightful, meaningful decision-making data for users. Many corporations have defined the purpose of their business vehicle programs and in some cases implemented significant, sometimes dramatic, change. Similar to 1998 results, one in ten respondents report that review of lease options is the most important issue. This study contains eight chapters lettered A through H and an Addendum containing sample business vehicle policies, vehicle expense-related forms, and a copy of the survey questionnaire. Top of Page Survey Results - a presentation of survey results in tables and charts with textual summary and analysis where appropriate.
Most industries have a clearly defined preference between leased and owned executive vehicles.
12 Other Exhibits are provided in certain chapters using information from Runzheimer s research database and key publications. Commentary and Recommendations - an interpretation of results and observations by Runzheimer associates and prediction of future trends. At the executive level, a recruitment question that many organizations want to resolve is that of suitable transportation. A likely corporate perception is that consistency of vehicle programs ensures one less hiring barrier and greater competitiveness across industry lines.