Archibalds Motors - Not just selling cars!

In Christchurch's CBD, Archibalds, a beacon of luxury vehicle excellence since 1918. Known for representing prestigious brands like Audi, Cupra, Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche, and Volvo, Archibalds is taking a step forward in promoting sustainable commuting by encouraging their staff to ride to work through Workride.

At first glance, a car dealership advocating for cycling to work might seem counterintuitive. But at Archibalds, it's all about supporting and helping their team in every possible way. "Encouraging our staff to ride to work assists with our continuous efforts in providing our staff with the opportunity to improve their overall health and well-being," says Tania Taylor, Operations Manager at Archibalds. "We're not just selling and servicing vehicles; we're encouraging positive lifestyle changes where health, wellness, and sustainability plays a vital role in daily operations of our business."

“We're not just selling and servicing vehicles; we're encouraging positive lifestyle changes...”

Tania Taylor - (Operations Manager)

From workshop technicians to executives, the uptake of cycling has been great. "The response has been very positive," notes Tania. "Launching the benefit scheme this summer has been perfect… and seeing a number of our team rush to take up the benefit has been great."

This initiative is more than just about reducing carbon footprints; it's a reflection of Archibalds' dedication to their staff’s health and wellbeing. As a business that prides itself on excellence and bespoke services, encouraging staff with an alternative to commute to work is another way of tailoring their approach to meet the diverse needs and preferences of their team.

Archibalds’ leadership in promoting sustainable commuting practices sets an example for other businesses, especially in the automotive sector. "It's not about the industry we're in; it's about providing the best for our team and their working environment. With Workride, we're able to offer more value to our staff at no extra cost, reinforcing our commitment to their well-being and satisfaction. It also enables us to encourage the use of our secure and onsite bike parking facilities in which the Workride initiative complements perfectly," Tania remarks.

For more information on how to bring Workride to your team, visit workride.co.nz. Our dedicated team is eager and ready to assist you every step of the way.