työsuhdepyörä

A työsuhdepyörä, often translated as an employee bicycle or company bicycle, is a Finnish concept where an employer provides a bicycle to an employee as part of their employment benefits. This arrangement allows employees to use a bicycle for commuting and personal use, often with a fixed monthly deduction from their gross salary. The employer typically leases the bicycle and handles associated costs like maintenance, insurance, and sometimes even accessories.

The primary goal of the työsuhdepyörä scheme is to encourage sustainable transportation, reduce carbon emissions, and promote healthier lifestyles among employees. It offers a tax-efficient way for employees to acquire a bicycle, as the monthly payment is usually deducted before taxes are calculated, making the net cost lower than purchasing a bicycle outright. This benefit can also extend to electric bicycles, making cycling accessible to a wider range of people and for longer distances.

For employers, offering a työsuhdepyörä can enhance employee well-being, improve their corporate image as an environmentally conscious organization, and potentially reduce costs associated with parking. The administrative process is usually managed by a third-party leasing company, simplifying the setup and ongoing management for the employer. The employee typically chooses a bicycle from a participating retailer, and the leasing company handles the purchase and leasing agreement.