Better World Club is building a better world, one roadside-assist at a time
You know Tom Dwyer Automotive Services is a little different, so the companies we choose to work with are usually a little different too. Better World Club (BWC) is a perfect example. They’re a national roadside assistance company comparable to AAA, but they’re much greener and cooler than their competitor. Why? While AAA does many good things, it sees the world exclusively through an automobile-shaped lens. It advocates for highway, auto, and fossil fuel interests and against many environmental and alternative transportation issues. But like we said, BWC is different, and we think those differences will matter to you…
One of our clients, Barbara O., asked us if our other clients might be interested in BWC memberships. We know how important roadside assistance programs can be, and at the time we weren’t really aware that any alternatives to AAA existed (or were necessary). But when Barb gave us the scoop on BWC we immediately knew that it was something we wanted to share with you.
Better World Club has been around since 2002. It was created by Todd Silberman and Mitch Rofsky, a couple of childhood buddies from Ohio. While test marketing an insurance program in Massachusetts, Mitch was approached by environmentalists who were fighting AAA lobbying efforts on issues like Clean Air and Mass Transit. He saw an opportunity to create a roadside assistance company, but one that actually shared his Progressive values. He wanted to give people a choice to put their money to work creating change though the power of market support. Put your money where your mouth is. That’s their motto.
11 years later, Better World Club provides 24/7, nationwide roadside assistance, auto insurance in nearly every state, and travel services. You expect that, but, unlike other auto clubs, they’ve integrated their vision of social and environmental responsibility into every phase of their products and their company since the business was founded. They have a “triple bottom-line”, meaning their impact on the environment and the communities they serve is just as important as company profit. And that’s more than just a “let’s talk about how green I am at a cocktail party” commitment. Membership materials are all either paperless or printed on recycled materials, they offset the carbon emissions of their fleet vehicles, and they give discounts to hybrid and biodiesel vehicles. BWC donates 1% of their revenue to environmental cleanup and advocacy, and, unlike some other auto clubs, they don’t support the highway lobby. Instead, they stand up for cyclists’ rights, pedestrian infrastructure, and higher emissions standards.
If BWC sounds like a company you want to support, then you’ll be interested in the specifics of the roadside assistance plans they offer. And get this… they offer plans for bicycles too!
- BWC typically offers coverage in a Basic Plan for $55.95/year or a Premium Plan for $89.95/year. If you sign up for either of the automobile plans, you can add bicycle coverage for $17.00 more per year. Bicycle coverage is typically $39.95/year without an automobile plan.
- Plans are good for one year from date of purchase, and they do not automatically renew.
- As a member you can choose to receive BWC’s free electronic newsletter, Kicking Asphalt, with information on transportation, environmental issues and explanations of the impact of upcoming legislation. It’s been called “ ‘The Onion’ of corporate newsletters” by EcoTalk Radio, and in our opinion, it’s second only to Your Car Matters!
- BWC also offers member discounts with various bicycle partners, travel companies and other eco-friendly services listed on the BWC website.
We’re so sold on Better World Club that we’re offering not one, not two, but THREE discounts to encourage you to sign up…
- You can take 10% off their Basic Plan ($50.36) or 20% off the Premium Plan ($80.96). Make sure you enter the ID Code BATD1020 for the Tom Dwyer discounts and rates.
- We are offering a discount of 20% on the Bicycle Plan ($35.95, with ID code BATD1020)
- If you’re not yet a Tom Dwyer Automotive Services client, you can also take advantage of another special offer… all current BWC Members qualify for an ADDITIONAL 25% savings on labor costs on their first visit to Tom Dwyer Automotive Services! (Maximum $100 savings. 1998 and newer vehicles only. Please call for additional details)
If you have any further questions, the folks at Better World Club are there to help. Just call them at 866-238-1137, email them at club@betterworldclub.com, or visit their website at www.betterworldclub.com.
