Craig Bridgman has been appointed as a new senior editor on cap hpi’s valuations team.

The role sees Craig working closely with fellow members of the valuations team helping to further grow the extensive reach of the leading automotive data business.

Craig has 25 years of experience in the automotive sector with expertise in sales, leasing and data analysis, research and market insight. He will report to Derren Martin, director of valuations of cap hpi.

Having spent the past two years as a principal consultant at cap hpi before his new senior valuations appointment, Craig was previously auction sales manager at Motability Operations. For 14 years, he was responsible for remarketing ex-contract lease vehicles at various locations, used vehicle inspection and valuations. Prior to this, he also worked with manufacturers including Saab and Vauxhall.

Commenting on his appointment, Craig Bridgman, said: “This is a great opportunity, and I’m excited to be joining the most reputable valuations team in the industry. With leading-edge technology at its disposal, cap hpi’s data and insight are respected across the entire automotive sector.”

Leeds-headquartered, cap hpi supports the entire automotive ecosystem, from OEMs to dealers and fleets, the remarketing sector, and gives consumers peace of mind with its HPI vehicle checks and valuation products.

Derren Martin, director of valuations at cap hpi, added: “Craig will be a great asset to the valuations team bringing over two decades of industry knowledge and expertise to his new role. It’s always great to welcome new talent, strengthening the overall quality of service we can provide to customers across the sector.

“We are continually looking at new ways to enhance the data and technology we provide to the industry, balancing innovation with the recruitment and retention of industry-leading professionals who have a wealth of valuable experience”