The New Zealand Government has committed to transitioning all light petrol vehicles to an electronic Road User Charges (e-RUC) system, phasing out the current fuel excise duty (petrol tax).

Legislation is expected around 2026, with the new e-RUC system planned to open for business in 2027. While the exact rollout timeline for petrol vehicles is still being determined, the direction is clear - this will be one of the biggest changes to road funding in 50 years.

For many fleet managers, this will mean:

• Tracking RUC on every petrol vehicle trip

• Adopting new compliance processes and systems

• Managing additional admin and deadlines

For Yoogo Fleet customers, it means: 

• Solutions Ready 

• Automated tracking via telematics in every vehicle 

• A local team proactively managing compliance deadlines

We've been managing RUC for diesel and electric fleets, combining proven fleet telematics technology with proactive NZ-based account management. When new rules arrive, you'll already have the systems, processes, and support in place—no delays, no disruption, and no guessing.

The power of being ahead of the game

Every vehicle in our fleet comes fitted with Yoogo Fleet Telematics as standard. That means when e-RUC changes do affect petrol vehicles, we've got the data required to enable an automated, tailored solution that adapts to each vehicle and driver's unique usage patterns.

Our proactive RUC management system uses real-time data on vehicle usage, enabling us to accurately predict when RUCs are due. This predictive capability ensures compliance and eliminates the risk of expired RUCs, no guesswork, no manual tracking, and no stress about compliance deadlines.

Our telematics don't just tick compliance boxes, they provide real insights into how your fleet operates:

• Distance travelled and RUC requirements predicted in advance

• Fuel efficiency monitoring

• Driver behaviour analysis

• Maintenance needs scheduling

These insights help you make smarter, more cost-effective decisions about your fleet.

What our customers are saying

"The customer service is excellent. From my first ever call to ongoing business needs, the communication has been very clear with quick response times. Yoogo Fleet has managed RUC and rego without issues, always a step ahead." – Jaitish Bissesar, Bissesar Technologies Limited.

"Always on top of requirements for reg and kms plus services." – Raymonde Hales, Hales 2002 Limited.

Our focus on proactive account management means our customers can concentrate on their core business operations.

Innovation through smart digital solutions

At Yoogo Fleet, innovation means simplifying fleet management through smart use of digital tools and telematics. Our system is designed to support both digital and physical RUC label solutions, giving us the flexibility to adapt to any regulatory or operational requirement.

Whether it's automated alerts, streamlined renewals, or integration with NZTA systems, our systems are built to manage RUCs efficiently and at scale. Our technology and processes adapt as regulations evolve, enabling us to respond quickly to changes like e-RUC expansion.

For you, this means less admin, fewer disruptions, and more reliable compliance across the board—our proactive approach, powered by telematics and ensures we stay ahead of RUC obligations whilst minimising fleet admin and maximising compliance.

Why choose Yoogo Fleet:

• Proven RUC experience across diesel, electric, and soon petrol vehicles

• Predictive compliance with real-time telematics eliminating expired RUC risks

• Future proofed for digital RUC

• Scalable infrastructure with automated alerts and NZTA integration

• Local, proactive support from our NZ-based team

Ready to position your fleet for success?

The shift to e-RUC for petrol vehicles is certain. When you partner with Yoogo Fleet, you get a team experienced in RUC compliance across multiple fuel types, smart telematics in every vehicle, and proactive NZ-based support to manage every compliance deadline.

Don't wait until new e-RUC rules arrive—put the right systems and people in place now.

Talk to Yoogo Fleet today and discover how our smart fleet solutions can make compliance stress-free.