A remarkable piece of company history has recently been rediscovered within the archives of Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand itself.

While scouring the companies extensive archive of VHS tapes, MMNZ Marketing staff uncovered an original 1980s induction video once used to welcome new employees to the business. The footage offers a fascinating snapshot of workplace culture, safety standards, and brand values from a formative period in New Zealand’s automotive industry.

Produced as an internal training resource, the video reflects how the company communicated expectations and built team culture long before digital learning platforms and online onboarding existed. From the presentation style to the production quality, it captures the tone and ambition of the era — and highlights the foundations that continue to shape the organisation today.

Beyond the nostalgia, the rediscovered induction film reinforces the longevity of Mitsubishi’s presence in New Zealand and the enduring importance placed on people, quality, and consistency.

For current staff, it’s a reminder of how far the business has evolved. For those who were part of the journey in the 1980s, it’s a chance to revisit a defining chapter in MMNZ’s story.

Watch the full video and take a look back at how new team members were welcomed into the Mitsubishi family more than four decades ago.