The 2026 survey on personal use of company vehicles by Automotive Fleet revealed notable trends. Personal use permissions increased to 79% from 72% in 2024, breaking a previous downward trend that saw this percentage fall from 87% in 2013. Among those reporting, 54% charge employees for personal use, a rise from 48% in 2024.
Key findings include:
- Personal Use Conditions: 64% allow personal use “at all times,” up from 53% in 2024.
- Charging for Personal Use: Among those who charge, 39% assess fees under $130/month, while 61% charge $130 or more, indicating a shift to higher fees compared to previous years.
- Driving Privileges: 42% permit an employee’s spouse to drive company vehicles, while 48% restrict driving to the employee only.
MVR checks for authorized drivers other than the employee rose to 87%, reflecting stricter compliance measures. Job function remains the primary determinant for vehicle eligibility, cited by 69% of respondents.
Overall, these results provide a snapshot of evolving company vehicle policies, though the differences should be seen in context, given the small sample size.
