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Office on wheels: what the perfect company car for Germans looks like

 

 

• Almost 70% of young adults are open to mobile working in the car, while older people are
  skeptical
• Autonomous driving could revolutionize work opportunities – currently only imagined by
  imaginable by only a few

 

 

The ideal company car: a mobile office that combines comfort, connectivity and flexibility for the new world of work. Source: MHC Mobility

 

Hamburg, November 11, 2024 – A recent representative survey of 1,000 Germans conducted by MHC Mobility reveals an interesting trend: more and more Germans see their company car as a mobile office. Younger employees in particular are increasingly open to
work options in the car, while older respondents remain cautious.

 

69% of 18-29 year olds consider the ability to work in the car to be important. In contrast, only 7% of over-60s share this view. Ryjan Rutgers, CEO of MHC Mobility Germany, explains: “We have been observing a change in work culture for years and the associated changing demands on a company car. The younger generation in particular increasingly sees the car as a flexible workspace. Accordingly, we ensure that our fleet always meets the latest requirements in terms of equipment and functionality.”

 

 

 

 

69% of young adults consider the ability to work in the car to be very important to very important

 

Age group 18-29 years:

 

• 40 % very important
• 28 % important
• 69 % total

 

Age group 30-39 years:

 

• 31 % very important
• 29 % important
• 60 % total

 

Age group 40-49 years:

 

• 15 % very important
• 28 % important
• 43 % total

 

Age group 50-59 years:

 

• 5 % very important
• 19 % important
• 24 % total

 

Age group 60+ years:

 

• 1 % very important
• 6 % important
• 7 % total

 

 

Attitudes towards mobile working could change further with the introduction of autonomous vehicles. At present, however, only 18% of respondents can imagine getting into a fully autonomous vehicle without hesitation. There are also clear age differences here: 38% of 18-29-year-olds are open to autonomous driving, but only 6% of over-60s.

 

“The social trend of separating private life and work less sharply is obviously also reflected in ideas about company cars. This trend could intensify as driving becomes increasingly automated,” says Rutgers. “The connection or separation between work and private life is of course very individual and can shift quickly as life circumstances change. As pioneers of long-term rental,
we know that a company car is often an important link between the two worlds. That’s why all our offers allow the greatest possible flexibility in the interests of our customers in order to do justice to this individual balance.”

 

Despite the growing interest in work options, comfort and entertainment remain key aspects of the desired equipment. One in three would like streaming services on rear seat monitors and high-quality surround sound systems. Over 61.8% of those surveyed at
consider a stable Wi-Fi connection in the car to be important in order to ensure a seamless user experience at
. Classic comfort features are also in demand: massage seats (74.9%),
cooling and heating compartments for drinks (69.3%) and air purification systems (69.8%) are among
the most desired equipment options.

 

Company cars are ideal for experiencing the suitability of e-mobility for everyday use

 

The survey also shows interesting results in terms of preferred drive types, which are contrary to general expectations: 27% of respondents still prefer combustion engines, a further 27% opt for hybrid vehicles and only 12% favor purely electric vehicles.

 

 

 

 

Only 12% of Germans favor a purely electric vehicle

 

• 27 %: Prefer classic combustion engines (gasoline/diesel)
• 27 %: Prefer hybrid vehicles
• 12 %: Prefer pure electric vehicles
• 12 %: Open for different drive types
• 18 %: No preference

 

Ryjan Rutgers comments: “These figures illustrate the discrepancy between the public discourse on e-mobility and the actual preferences of users. The range anxiety is unfounded today. The charging infrastructure in Germany has improved significantly, especially in terms of fast charging stations. In addition, battery technology is developing rapidly.”

 

He adds: “We are talking about batteries that promise ranges of up to 1000 km. Nevertheless, e-vehicles often remain more expensive than combustion engines. The arguments in favor of electric vehicles currently lie mainly in the areas of sustainability and air pollution control. E-mobility will catch on, but it will take time. Company cars can play an important role, as they offer a risk-free opportunity to experience the everyday suitability of e-cars. At MHC, we are happy to advise you on finding the car that best meets your individual needs.”

 

If the importance of the car as an office on four wheels continues – as this study suggests – company car fleets will continue to change as they have to adapt to the changing needs of users.

 

About MHC Mobility:

 

MHC Mobility is a pan-European company for corporate mobility solutions with manufacturer-independent vehicle types and, as a member of the Mitsubishi HC Capital Group, is one of the strongest leasing and financing companies in the world. With 65 years of industry experience and as the inventor of long-term rental – the original of today’s car subscription – MHC Mobility acts as a pioneer in the mobility industry with a fleet size of over 12,000 vehicles – combustion and electric. In addition to its headquarters in Bockel, the company supports its customers in eight other MHC Mobility Centers throughout Germany. Personal account managers develop customized mobility concepts for business customers and support the entire fleet design and management process. More information at www.mhcmobility.de

 

Press contact MHC Mobility:
Maren Wrona
T: +49 4286 7703 379
Mail: maren.wrona@mhcmobility.de