Rob Hobson
About Rob Hobson
Rob Hobson serves as the Vehicle Valuation Manager at CDL, a position he has held since 2011. He has extensive experience in vehicle valuation, having previously worked at Piaggio Ltd and CAP Motor Research, where he contributed significantly to the development of valuation databases and industry standards.
Work at CDL Software
Rob Hobson has served as the Vehicle Valuation Manager at CDL (Cheshire Datasystems Ltd) since 2011. In this role, he is involved in the creation and research of current car valuations and participates in Manufacturer Residual value influencer forums. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of CAP codes specifically for the Motorcycle sector, contributing to the company's valuation services.
Education and Expertise
Rob Hobson studied at Dewsbury and Batley Technical and Art College from 1976 to 1979, where he achieved a Diploma in Art (SIAD). He also attended Holmfirth High School from 1972 to 1976. His educational background supports his expertise in vehicle valuation and market analysis within the automotive sector.
Background
Prior to his current position, Rob Hobson worked at CAP Motor Research as the Editor for Motorcycles from 1990 to 2004. He played a significant role in developing the original valuation database for the CAP Green Book, which included both used and future valuations. Additionally, he managed key accounts in the North West and Midlands regions for Piaggio Ltd after its merger with Aprilia.
Achievements
In 2006, Rob Hobson was recognized as the Business Development Manager of the Year while working at Piaggio Ltd. His contributions to the industry include compiling the Identification book for CAP, which has been included in publications since 2005. His work has significantly influenced motorcycle valuation practices.