Research Methodology – Automotive Fleet Leasing Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Automotive Fleet Leasing Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Automotive Fleet Leasing Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
1 Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Current number of vehicles leased in the market
- The volume and value of new car sales and leases
- Prevailing leasing rates (for both short-term and long-term leases)
- Number of relevant players in the market (e.g., leasing companies, dealerships, etc.)
- Geographical distribution of leased vehicles
- Market trends, such as the growing preference for green vehicles
- Government regulations and policies influencing leasing practices
- Overall economic conditions affecting consumer leasing capacity
2 Key Market Indicators
- Total revenue from lease contracts
- Growth in the number of leases year-on-year
- Consumer preference trends in vehicle leasing vs buying
- Player market share based on volume and value of leased vehicles
- Number of green vehicles being leased
- Rate of vehicle fleet expansions across companies considering leasing vs buying
- Changes in government policies around vehicular leasing
3 Growth Trends
- Increased preference towards leasing over buying
- Rise in use of leasing for commercial purpose
- Greater demand for green vehicles leading to more leases
- Shift towards online platforms for leasing management
- Growth in long-term leasing versus short-term
- Increased use of data analytics in managing leased vehicle fleets
- Emergence of new players offering innovative lease terms and conditions
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Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Automotive Fleet Leasing Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Automotive Fleet Leasing Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights