Leyden said that he hoped to encourage all Hitachi’s brokers to become BVRLA-approved. “There’s a definite benefit to show that the broker has attained an approved standard.”

Leyden added: “I think contract hire will become more important for small businesses, particularly in these economic times. Businesses still want vehicles, they want up-to-date vehicles and vehicles on a fixed budget. All of which contract hire provides.”

In addition, Hitachi has updated its website to provide more information. It includes a microsite for brokers.

Further information on car leasing brokers

• If you want to know more about BVRLA-approved leasing brokers, read Top tips: How to chose an approved leasing broker

• If you want to know more about car leasing brokers, read What is a car leasing broker?
• If you want to know about contract hire, read What is contract hire?