How could the executive car be any different? It is very difficult to separate things, especially when those things were meant to go along together. In the corporate world, to have a company or executive car provided is a well-respected perquisite or perk. It's not just about the money; the prestige and classy personification of the executive car are major selling points of the whole programme. Employers want their prized executives to look, feel and definitely exude professionalism when out and about in the workplace.

The modern executive car is typically a well-fitted and roomy saloon model. Like the word saloon implies, seating comfort is the primary focus and there is plenty of leg room. It is a given that the company car with executive on board should project images of success, confidence and prestige. Not that they are so necessary in modern business dealings, most of which are transacted in other settings, the practice of issuing executive cars continues and is actually expanding.

Now, that newly issued brand new four door saloon model cannot just sit parked at the curb in front of your townhouse or in the home driveway. If you bring a vehicle home, it is only natural that you might also want to use the company issued vehicle for family use. Let the truth be told - most do at one time or another. Company policies vary widely in this regard. In modern vehicle lease scenarios, the major objectives are centered around cost and maintaining a predictable and defined cost basis. Function seems to be secondary, and full featured cars are fine, as long as they fit into the parameters of the lease.

You see, the idea of family or personal use of executive cars is also just a measurement of value-added features. The features are negotiated and the value is perceived. Thus, family use of an executive car is not so much a matter of usage; rather it is a small negotiating point in a larger compensation package. With a good presentation stating purpose and intent, negotiating the personal use of the executive car is a snap. The corporate professional has to be able to at least make the sales pitch. Then it is up to the buyer - in this case the managing directors - to find a way to fit fulfillment of the need into the normal operations of the business endeavour.

The main point here is that all things are possible; some things are probable and with some clarity of mind and purpose, most things are predictable. Enjoy that new executive car!