Car Leasing You Can Trust

Headquartered in Reading, Berkshire, Select Car Leasing (Select) was co-founded by CEO Mark Tongue in 2004 – and it celebrates its 21st birthday in 2025.  Renowned as the UK’s leading independent car and van leasing company, it boasts a total fleet of more than 80,000 vehicles currently on UK roads and close to 300 staff members nationally.  In light of Select Car Leasing being recognised by Corporate Vision as the UK’s Most Trusted Car Leasing Company in 2025, we take a closer look at what makes this the case.

“You can trust Select Car Leasing to get you a good deal.”

Why Leasing Makes Sense

Select Car Leasing is harnessing the power of an exciting and vibrant new vehicle market to cement itself as the UK’s most trusted car and van lease company.

Leasing is a cost-effective and hassle-free way to drive a brand-new vehicle. Personal and business customers can enjoy fixed monthly payments, they’re protected by manufacturer warranties, road tax comes included, and there’s free delivery to anywhere in mainland UK. 

According to the most recent stats from the BVRLA, Leasing now accounts for around 2 million personal and business lease vehicles on UK roads, as more and more consumers and UK companies take advantage of the many benefits of a lease vehicle. 

Market Leadership

At the forefront of the UK’s lease market is Select Car leasing. Known within the industry as a superbroker, it’s a firm that puts customer service at the heart of everything it does. Furthermore, Select recently surpassed the 40,000 reviews milestone on Trustpilot with an overall five-star score, which outshines all competitors. 

Select is recognised by Corporate Vision as the UK’s Most Trusted Car Leasing Company in 2025, having previously been named by us as the ‘Most Trusted Vehicle Leasing Company – UK’ in 2020 and ‘Most Trusted Independent Car Leasing Company – UK’ in 2024. 

Co-founder and CEO Mark Tongue says the automotive industry has faced challenges in recent years, with a worldwide shortage of new cars post Covid coupled with a degree of hesitation when it comes to electric vehicles. But Mr Tongue now says there’s now a ‘pent-up demand’ for leasing, as customers look to replace their used cars and vans with the very latest variants.

With more and more manufacturers and models coming to market, including many new EVs and hybrids from forward-thinking Chinese brands, the market is buoyed by a sense of excitement and revitalisation for the UK driving customer. And Select is riding that wave of enthusiasm to offer its customers the best lease deals possible – while never forgetting their fundamental aim to always put the customer first.

Mr Tongue said: “We’re thrilled to be named the UK’s Most Trusted Car Leasing Company in 2025 – an accolade we’ve now secured three times in the space of five years. 

“And these are exciting times for the vehicle leasing market in general as we look to offer our customers the most affordable deals possible while providing a seamless and stress-free experience.

“One of the leasing market’s big drivers for 2025 is the abundance of new manufacturers and models. 

“Hybrid and electric cars from Chinese brands like BYD, Omoda and Jaecoo are now competing with the established German, Italian and American manufacturers – and they’re generating a real buzz with both existing lease customers and those who are new to the trend. 

“With more vehicle availability and shorter lead times, our processes are more streamlined than ever before, while rapid turnaround times means we’re always in position to offer unique pricing opportunities. 

“And all of this contributes to exemplary customer service – something we’ve always placed at the forefront of everything we do and which has been recognised once more through this new award from Corporate Vision.”

Driving the Electric Revolution

All motorists in the UK are on the road to full electrification. The ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) Mandate will phase-out the sales of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 and with a ban on plug-in hybrids and full hybrids following in 2035.

Select Car Leasing is already ahead of the curve when it comes to ZEV Mandate targets, particularly when it comes to electrifying corporate and business fleets. Mr Tongue explains: “Around 30% of the vehicles we lease are fully-electric. If you include vehicles with a plug, the figure goes up to 39%. That’s significantly ahead of the industry trend, with BEVs and PHEVs representing around 27% of new car registrations in 2024 as a whole.

“We’re extremely proud of that fact, as it means we’re plugged-in to the electric revolution and in the industry driving seat.

“It’s important to say that there is still reticence from some customers about EVs. We recognise their concerns and we’ll continue to help them to make the right choices when it comes to their leasing decisions.

“From my perspective, we have an obligation as a business to educate people about the benefits of EVs while helping them journey into a greener and more efficient motoring future.”

Community and Commitment

The leasing market is fast-paced and demands constant change. Which is why Select Car Leasing has also recently deployed a technology-focused ‘war room’ to plot-out its tech journey for 2025 and beyond. 

Mr Tongue adds: “It’s an aspect of the business that’s of paramount importance to us. It impacts on how a customer engages with us, from initial website visit to delivery of a vehicle, and covers everything from quoting up-to-date prices and self-serving, to the customer account linked to our portal system. We’re constantly looking to improve those processes – which, again, is all part of our efforts to improve the customer experience – and they’ll continue to be reviewed over the next 12 months.”

Besides its focus on enhancing customer trust, Select Car Leasing is also doing its bit to enhance the local community, with a number of new charitable initiatives launched in recent months. 

Select has been the Principal Partner of Reading Football Club since 2021. That sponsorship was expanded at the end of 2024 to include the Women’s First Team and the associated youth pathways while channelling extra funds into the Reading FC Community Trust.

Mr Tongue adds: “We’re proud to be able to support a number of different charities, providing vehicles to Sue Ryder, St Michael’s Hospice, the Whitley Community Development Association (Whitley food bank) and the Reading FC Community Trust.

“In 2025 we also partnered with Beder, a charity that aims to reduce the stigma around mental health and suicide prevention. We’ve given a significant number of free kits to underprivileged grassroots football teams and continue to provide free tickets to watch Reading FC play at home as part of our ongoing ‘Tickets For Kids’ initiative.

“At a national level, we support Children with Cancer UK, a charity dedicated to raising money for research into childhood cancers while providing care for unfortunate youngsters and their families.”

Select is also now sponsoring Reading Rugby Club as well as Dave Kitson Coaching – a youth soccer training service provided by ex-Premier League football star Dave Kitson. Select also backs No5, a charity that offers free, confidential counselling and mental health support for young people aged 11-25 who live, work or study in Reading.

Looking ahead to the next 12 months, Select aims to increase its number of vehicle leasing contracts as it goes from strength to strength by constantly striving for excellence. 

Contact Details

Contact: Neil Goodwin

Company: Select Car Leasing

Website: https://www.selectcarleasing.co.uk/