At Inspire Health & Care in mid-April, we got tons of great questions from healthcare workers about bike leasing.
We loved seeing all that excitement—bike leasing is seriously trending, and we’re here for it! 🤩
Curious how it all works? Here are the 8 questions we heard the most — and our easy-to-follow answers. Let’s roll!
1. "Will bike leasing soon be available for other healthcare sectors, like PC 318 and PC 319?"
Opening up PC 330 was a huge step in making budgets more flexible for healthcare workers. And good news — this trend is only going to keep growing!
Bike leasing isn’t officially available yet for PC 318 and PC 319, but it’s definitely on the way.
Want to get ahead of the game? Here’s what you can do now:
- Gauge interest among your employees
- Look into lease partners that match your organization's values
- Decide who’ll take the lead internally on your bike plan
Joule stays on top of all updates in the healthcare sector and is happy to organize extra info sessions as soon as there’s news.
2. "How does bike leasing affect my pension if it’s not funded through my year-end bonus?"
If the lease isn’t paid with your year-end bonus or other extra benefits — but instead through gross salary exchange — it could mean:
- Your gross salary temporarily drops, which might slightly impact your pension, sick leave, or unemployment benefits.
- The impact is usually small, but it’s not zero.
- That’s why many employers recommend using bonuses or the year-end premium whenever possible.
3. "How does bike leasing work financially for PC 330?"
For PC 330 employees, bike leasing can be funded through the year-end bonus — it’s already outlined in the collective labor agreements.
Here’s the breakdown:
- The total lease value over 36 months can’t exceed €12,428.40.
- That’s about €345.23 per month.
Important:
Employees need to be fully informed about the impact, and an individual agreement must be signed. Joule provides templates and full support to make this easy.
4. "Is bike leasing truly cost-neutral for employers?"
Yes — if it’s set up properly!
- The lease costs are fully covered by the employee’s year-end bonus.
- There are some small extra costs: minor admin fees (usually low, especially with help from Joule) and a termination fee if the lease ends early (like a €100 admin fee plus possible extra costs based on the lease duration).
- The benefits — like tax optimization and improved employee satisfaction — far outweigh the minor costs. Discover the ‘6 benefits of a company bike’.
5. "What kinds of bikes can employees choose?"
At Joule, you’ve got two options:
- Joule Mobile: We take care of everything — bike selection, delivery, maintenance, and repairs — right at your home or workplace.
- Joule Local: You pick your favorite local bike shop, and the choice depends on what they offer.
With Joule Mobile, you can pick from a wide range of bikes:
- City bikes
- E-bikes
- Speed pedelecs (up to 28 mph / 45 km/h)
- Cargo bikes
- Folding bikes
- Gravel and sports bikes
Final choices usually depend on the brands and budgets approved by your employer.
6. "Can companies lease bikes for work trips too?"
Absolutely!
Organizations can lease bikes specifically for business use — separate from employee leasing plans.
Billing and contracts are handled separately, and Joule can create a custom package that includes insurance and maintenance.
7. "Can Joule organize info sessions at multiple locations?"
You bet!
Joule offers:
- Online webinars and info sessions
- On-site sessions across your different locations
We tailor the sessions to fit your organization, making it super easy for HR teams to roll out bike leasing without the hassle.
8. "What makes Joule different from other leasing partners?"
- Deep expertise in healthcare: We know the sector and its regulations inside out.
- Flexibility: We build solutions that fit different staff groups and locations.
- Total support: From communication to paperwork and ongoing management.
- Wide bike selection: Neutral and not tied to one brand.
- Personal approach: Direct support for HR and employees — no anonymous help desks.
- Genuine enthusiasm: We love helping you find the perfect fit for your organization.
- Handy tools: Our calculator helps you instantly check the budget impact for PC 330 employees. Check it out here!
Ready to kickstart your bike leasing program? 🚲
Whether you're an employee, HR manager, or executive — bike leasing opens up new opportunities for everyone.
We’re here to support you, from your very first question to a smooth launch!
💡 Learn all about bike leasing in the healthcare sector in this blog post — or head to our FAQ page for more general info.
💌 Want to chat? Let’s connect and see how we can roll forward together! 🤩
