Road user charges (RUC)
EROAD backs ‘smarter, fairer’ move to electronic road user charging
Transport technology company EROAD has welcomed the Government’s plan to transition all vehicles in New Zealand to an electronic road user charges (eRUC) system, describing it as a "smarter, fairer, and more sustainable approach" to funding transport infrastructure.
Trucking industry backs Govt’s plan for universal road user charges
New Zealand’s road freight associations are backing the Government’s move to modernise the road user charges (RUC) system ahead of a wider transition to universal electronic…
Govt unveils next steps to replace petrol tax with eRUC
Transport Minister Chris Bishop says Cabinet has agreed to a suite of legislative reforms paving the way for a “once-in-a-generation” overhaul of how New Zealanders pay for roads — moving away from fuel excise tax towards electronic road user charges (e-RUC) for all vehicles.
Bonnet rockets to NZ’s third largest vehicle platform
A vehicle management app developed by Mount Maunganui-based tech entrepreneur Steph Kennard is drawing the attention of major fleet carrying businesses.
Michael Barnard: Smarter RUC management for better fleet control
Michael Barnard In a significant development for electric vehicle (EV) owners in New Zealand, the government has confirmed that road user charges (RUC) will apply to…
Challenges remain before heavy EV RUCs apply, says Transporting NZ
Road freight body Transporting New Zealand is backing the introduction of Road User Charges (RUCs) for light electric vehicles but says a number of challenges need…
RUCs confirmed for EVs, heavy vehicles exempt until 2025
Road user charges (RUC) for electric vehicles are on the way while heavy EVs with a gross laden weight of more than 3500kg are exempt from…
NZTA to audit for ‘excessive’ RUC purchases
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency says it will be auditing and invoicing users of road user charges (RUC) for any “excessive” purchases made during the discount…
Transport industry seeks ‘urgent clarification’ around RUC discount period
Should road freight operators “stockpile” road user charges (RUC) before the transport support package ends on January 31? That’s the question the industry is asking following…
Relief for road freight as RUC discount extended
The road transport industry is welcoming the Government’s decision to extend fuel tax relief and discounts to road user charges until January. The move was announced…