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The Best Fuel Card for a Small Business in NZ
The best fuel card for a small business in New Zealand is the one accepted where your vehicles already fill up. NZ Fuel Cards supplies cards for BP, Caltex, Mobil and Z, so instead of committing to a single fuel company you pick the card, or the two cards, that suit your routes. Every transaction still ends up on one invoice.
There is no minimum fleet size. The same offers apply whether you run one vehicle or twenty. What changes from business to business is which card which card saves you the most.
Which fuel card saves the most per litre?
The published discounts differ by fuel and by where you fill up. This is the current offer set:
| Card | Petrol | Diesel | Where you can use it |
| Mobil | 10c per litre off the pump price | 10c per litre off the pump price | Mobil service stations, Mobil truckstops, and selected Mobil-supplied sites such as Allied Petroleum, Waitomo Petroleum, NPD and Wealleans Petroleum |
| BP | 9c per litre off the pump price* | 9c per litre off the pump price at service stations. 15c per litre off the truckstop pump price at most BP truckstops* | All BP and Gasoline Alley service stations, plus BP truckstops |
| Z Business | 9c per litre off the pump price | 9c per litre off the pump price at Caltex and Z service stations. At most Caltex and Z truckstops, 11c off the Z national price, which usually works out around 20c per litre off the truckstop pump price* | Z, Caltex and Challenge service stations, plus Caltex and Z truckstops |
*These offers depend on card choice and location. The Caltex and Z truckstop discount is fixed at 11c off the Z national price. The 20c is the usual outcome of that against the truckstop pump price on the day, not a fixed rate. Current detail sits on the Petrol Offers and Diesel Offers pages.
The Z Business card also earns Airpoints at Caltex and Z, at one Airpoints Dollar for every 100 litres. Airpoints are not earned at Challenge.
Do I need more than one card?
You can hold as many cards as you like across BP, Caltex, Mobil and Z. One or two per person is usually enough. A common setup is a Mobilcard for petrol and a Z or BP card for diesel, or simply the two brands closest to your home base.
There is a reason it works this way rather than one card covering every brand. Fuel suppliers offer a greater discount on their own branded card than they will on a card that covers their competitors too. Separate cards, one account, one invoice. That last part is the difference between using NZ Fuel Cards and going direct to each fuel company. Direct, you run four accounts and four bills to collect four discounts. Here you keep the discounts and reconcile once.
Is a truckstop worth it if I only run a ute or a van?
Yes, and this is the point most small businesses miss. Truckstops are not restricted to trucks. Cars, vans and utes can use them, and on diesel the gap is the largest single saving available.
At a service station, both the BP and Z cards discount diesel by 9c a litre. At a truckstop, the BP card moves to on average 15c. The Z card switches to 11c off the Z national price, which usually lands near 20c off the truckstop pump price. If a truckstop is located near your yard or on a route you already drive, that is the decision worth making before you compare anything else.
What does a fuel card actually cost?
- No joining, account or transaction fees.
- $1.53 including GST, per card, per month.
- A one-off courier fee on your card order. $5.50 for urban delivery or $12.50 for rural, including GST, for the whole order rather than per card.
- No time-based contract. You can leave whenever you choose.
- A 1.5% convenience fee if you pay by credit card, calculated on the GST exclusive value. Direct debit from a bank account has no fee.
Cashflow matters as much as the per-litre number for a small business. Buying on account gives you up to 24 days credit, and invoicing runs weekly, fortnightly, twice monthly or monthly so the fuel bill can be timed against when you get paid. Terms and conditions apply.
Can a sole trader get a fuel card?
Yes. NZ Fuel Cards works with sole traders, SMEs, limited companies and corporate fleets, and the discounts are the same offers. The only real difference is how many cards you order and what limits you set on them.
What should you check before applying?
- Decide your limits up front. You set daily and monthly purchase limits, product restrictions such as fuel only, or no restrictions at all, during the application. Every card carries a PIN.
- Know how fuel cards work with other loyalty schemes. A fuel card discount cannot be combined with loyalty schemes. Mobil Smiles, Pumped, Everyday Rewards and Fuelup supermarket vouchers do not stack with it, so compare against what you currently save, not against the sticker price.
- Compare against your own bill. Send a recent fuel invoice and NZ Fuel Cards will benchmark it against their pricing, obligation free.
How long does it take to get set up?
The online application takes about ten minutes. Once approved, cards arrive in around seven to ten working days by courier, and a signature is required on delivery. BP and Mobil cards work as soon as they arrive, using the PIN you chose during the application. Z cards need a quick call to activate and are ready to use four hours later.
Frequently asked questions about small business fuel cards
What is the best fuel card for a small business in NZ? There is no single best card. Mobil currently has the largest published petrol discount at 10c a litre, and on both the BP and Z cards the largest diesel discounts sit at truckstops rather than service stations.
Can a small business have more than one fuel card? Yes, as many as you like across BP, Caltex, Mobil and Z. One or two per person is usually enough, and everything appears on one invoice.
Are there monthly fees on a small business fuel card? There are no joining, account or transaction fees. You pay $1.53 including GST per card per month, plus a one-off courier fee of $5.50 urban or $12.50 rural on your card order. There is no time-based contract.
Can a sole trader get a fuel card in New Zealand? Yes. NZ Fuel Cards supplies sole traders, SMEs and large corporates on the same offers.
If you want to know what this would look like on your own bill, send a recent invoice through for an obligation free benchmark. If you already know which cards suit your run, you can apply online.
How to Control Fuel Card Spend
Keeping fuel card spend under control comes down to visibility. When you can see how each card is used, by which vehicle and at which site, anything unusual stands out on its own and you can deal with it early. NZ Fuel Cards gives you that visibility through a set of alerts and reports you switch on to suit your business.
A fuel card is trust you hand to your team, and most of the time that trust just works. The point of the tools below is not suspicion. It is knowing, without having to go looking.
How do I know how my fuel cards are being used?
You do not have to log in and check. The eAlert system sends an automatic email when a transaction matches something you have asked to watch for. There are ten alerts to choose from, and these are the ones businesses reach for most:
- After-hours use: activity outside the hours your vehicles normally run.
- Multiple transactions in one day: several fills on the same card inside 24 hours.
- Exceeding 80% of a card limit: a heads-up before a card declines at the pump.
- Multiple fuel types: more than one fuel type bought on a single card.
- Non-fuel transactions: purchases that are not fuel at all.
- Off-truckstop diesel: diesel bought away from a truckstop on a BP or Z card, where you may be giving up a saving.
Each alert is a prompt, not a verdict. It flags something worth a look and leaves the judgement to you. Most of the time the explanation is innocent. The value is in finding out now rather than at the end of the month. The full list, including account credit limit alerts, is on the Fuel Card Reporting page, and an original rundown of each alert is here.
What can fuel card reports show me?
Alerts tell you about a single transaction. Reports show you the shape of your spend over time, organised the way your business actually runs:
- Cost Centre invoices group spend by department, site or project, which makes the accounting side simpler.
- Page per Rego or Driver allocates every transaction to a vehicle or a person, so accountability is clear without anyone having to reconstruct it.
- Fleet Reports pull the whole fleet’s fuel use into a single view.
- Weekly or daily transaction summaries arrive on a schedule, so nothing waits for the monthly invoice.
Between them, every litre is tied to a card, a vehicle, a site and a date.
What does this look like in practice?
Take a business whose vehicles only run during weekday hours. A card leaves the vehicle it belongs to and gets used at an unmanned site late at night. Nothing about that transaction is unusual on its own. It is a normal fill, at a normal site, on a valid card.
Without an alert, it surfaces as one line on next month’s invoice, among dozens of others, and only if someone reads closely. With the after-hours alert switched on, it is an email the following morning naming the card, the site, the time and the amount. From there you can check it, and suspend the card from the app if you need to.
The transaction is the same either way. What changes is whether you find out in a morning or a month.
What else helps keep spend under control?
- Set limits to reality. Give each card a monthly limit that matches what the vehicle actually uses, rather than a round number with room to spare. You can lift it later if a route changes.
- Use the PIN. Every card is set up with a PIN when you apply, so a card on its own is not much use to whoever finds it.
- Read the invoice. It is itemised by card, date, site and amount. Two minutes down the column catches the odd thing before it becomes a habit.
- Keep the card list current. Cards for vehicles you have sold or staff who have moved on are the easiest ones to forget. You can suspend or cancel them yourself in the app.
- Suspend a lost card straight away. The gap between a card going missing and someone reporting it is the risky part. Close it fast, either in the app or by calling the team.
Frequently Asked Questions about fuel card spend
How do I turn eAlerts on? Email [email protected] or call 0800 111 391 and tell the team which alerts you want on your account.
What happens when an alert fires? You get an email with the transaction details and you decide whether it is legitimate. If it is not, call NZ Fuel Cards to suspend the card and look into it.
Can I organise reporting by driver or cost centre? Yes. Cost Centre invoices and Page per Rego or Driver reporting are both available, so you can group spend the way your business needs it.
Can I suspend a card myself? Yes. The NZ Fuel Cards app lets you suspend, cancel or reactivate a card and change PINs from your phone.
If you want more visibility over your fuel spend, you can apply online, or talk to the team.
What Good Fuel Card Customer Service Actually Looks Like
A fuel card should make running your business easier, not add another admin job. Most of the time it just works. But the moment something goes wrong, a card declines at the pump, an invoice does not look right, or you need to add a driver, support is the only thing that matters. Good fuel card customer service in New Zealand means reaching a real, local person who can sort it on the spot, not a call menu or an offshore queue.
Why does fuel card support matter so much?
Because fuel keeps your business moving. A card that will not work at 7am on a job-site run is not a minor inconvenience, it is a stalled day. When support is slow or hard to reach, that small problem becomes an expensive one. When it is fast and local, it is a five-minute fix and you forget it ever happened.
What does good fuel card customer service look like?
In plain terms, it is support set up around you rather than around a phone system. At NZ Fuel Cards that means:
- A real person in New Zealand during business hours, not a never-ending menu.
- More than 96% of calls answered within the first minute.
- One team that takes ownership of your request and sees it through, so you are not passed around or repeating yourself.
- An experienced crew, with staff who stay for around five years on average and know the systems.
- After-hours help for urgent, non-billing issues like suspending a lost card.
- A customer service app that puts control in your hands.
What do customers actually contact us about?
Most requests fall into a handful of everyday areas: billing and invoice questions, a card not working at the pump, a lost or misplaced card, adding cards or setting up PINs, and questions about truck stop pricing or wider site coverage. None of it is dramatic. The difference is how quickly and clearly it gets handled.
Local support, or go direct to the fuel brand?
Going direct to a single fuel brand suits some businesses. The trade-off is choice and help. NZ Fuel Cards works across BP, Caltex, Mobil and Z, and helps you choose and manage the option that fits how your business actually uses fuel, with one team to call when you need a hand. With 275+ Google reviews at a 4.9 average, the service is the part customers mention most. With 275+ Google reviews at a 4.9 average, the service is the part our customers mention most.
Frequently Asked Questions about Customer Service
What is the fastest way to get help?
Email is usually quickest, because the team can act on it and keep a clear record. Phone is available during business hours.
What can after-hours support help with?
Urgent, non-billing issues such as suspending a lost card. Billing and account changes are handled during business hours.
Do you support businesses with multiple drivers or vehicles?
Yes. That is one of the most common setups NZ Fuel Cards looks after.
If you want fuel cards backed by a team that is easy to reach and good at sorting things out, apply online or talk to the team.
Understanding the NZ Fuel Cards App
A Guide to Managing Your Fuel Account
Managing your fuel cards just got easier. The NZ Fuel Cards App gives you full control of your account — from tracking fuel spend to managing cards — right from your phone or laptop.
Whether you’re running a small business, managing a fleet, or simply looking for a better way to stay on top of your fuel costs, this app is designed to make it simple, secure, and completely self-service.
If you already have a NZ Fuel Cards account, or you’re comparing fuel-card apps in New Zealand, this guide will show you exactly how the app works and why it’s worth downloading.
What Is the NZ Fuel Cards App?
The NZ Fuel Cards App is a free tool that lets customers view and manage their fuel-card account anywhere, anytime.
Available for both Android and iOS, the app connects directly to your NZ Fuel Cards login, giving you real-time access to balances, transactions, and savings. Download it via the Customer App page.
Key benefits:
- View all your cards and transaction history in one place
- Suspend, cancel, or reactivate cards
- Change PINs and manage card limits
- View invoices and transactions
- Update your account and payment details
It’s a fuel-card management app built for NZ businesses wanting to save time and stay in control.
Why Businesses Are Switching to Digital Fuel Management
In the past, managing fuel cards meant sending emails and making phone calls. The NZ Fuel Cards Customer App changes that.
Perfect for:
- Fleet managers needing visibility across multiple vehicles
- Tradies and contractors who monitor spend on the go
- Small business owners wanting less admin and more control
Digital account management means fewer calls or emails, and faster updates. You can now check activity, download invoices, and manage cards anywhere in New Zealand.
What You Can Do Inside the App
- Dashboard Overview
- Monthly spend and total savings
- Latest transactions and invoice dates
- Number of cards and status
This gives instant visibility into where your business fuel budget is going.
- Manage Fuel Cards in One Place
From the Cards tab you can:
- View active or suspended cards
- Suspend or cancel a lost or stolen card
- Reactivate suspended cards
- Change PINs
- Request new or replacement cards
This feature saves time and boosts account security.
- Update Account & Payment Details
Update your direct-debit or credit-card information within the App.
All changes are verified by the NZ Fuel Cards team to keep payments accurate and secure.
- Access Support Instantly
Contact support directly through the App.
You can also see authorised contacts on your account without leaving the App.
How to Get Started
- Visit the Customer App page
- Register or request access using your existing account email
- Download the App from the App Store or Google Play
- Log in with your NZ Fuel Cards credentials
- Start managing your account and cards instantly
If you manage multiple company accounts, contact us to have them linked under one login for easy access.
Common Questions About the NZ Fuel Cards App
Can I pay for fuel through the App?
No — the App is for account management, not fuel purchases.
Can I check my balance and transactions online?
Yes, view both un-invoiced and past transactions from the Transactions and Invoices tabs.
What if a card is lost or stolen?
Go to the Cards tab and suspend or cancel the card, then order a replacement instantly.
Does it work for BP, Mobil and Z cards?
Yes — you can manage all supported cards in one place, making it the most versatile fuel-card App in New Zealand.
Why the NZ Fuel Cards App Is a Game-Changer
For NZ Fuel Cards users, the App means:
- Real-time visibility over fuel spend
- Faster admin and fewer manual tasks
- Tighter control and greater security
- Less time on the phone, more time on the job
If you’re new to NZ Fuel Cards, check out our Fuel Card Offers — including BP Fuel Card, Mobil Fuel Card, and Z Fuel Card options — to see how much your business can save.


Final Thoughts
The NZ Fuel Cards App puts everything you need to manage your fuel cards right in your pocket. From checking balances to card management, every feature is designed to save time and give you more control.
Download the App today and experience a simpler, smarter way to manage your business fuel account.
Visit nzfuelcards.co.nz/customer-app to get started.
How to Apply for a Fuel Card in New Zealand
Looking to save on fuel expenses and streamline your payments? NZ Fuel Cards offer convenient access to fuel discounts while simplifying fuel management for both fleet and business use. Applying for a fuel card with NZ Fuel Cards is a simple process
Step 1: Choose the Right Fuel Cards for Your Business
NZ Fuel Cards allow you to select cards across major suppliers like BP, Mobil, and Z. Many of our customers find it helpful to have at least 2 cards per person, depending on which stations or truck stops are most convenient for their routes. All transactions from your selected cards will appear on a single, consolidated invoice, making it easier to track and manage your fuel expenses.
Step 2: Complete the Online Application Form
Once you’ve decided which fuel card(s) will best suit your needs, you can complete our online application form. This includes providing your business details, contact details and selecting your preferred fuel card(s). You can also specify any restrictions, such as limits on product types like petrol, diesel, or shop items.
Step 3: Select a Payment Option
During the application process, you’ll be asked to select a payment option. NZ Fuel Cards offer convenient payment methods like direct debit from your bank account or credit card. This automatic payment system ensures you don’t have to manually handle invoices, keeping the process smooth and efficient.
Step 4: Submit Your Online Application
After completing your online application and submitting it, a team member will start processing your application. This process is quick and ensures you’re ready to start saving as soon as possible.
Quick Approval and Delivery
Once approved, your fuel cards will be dispatched to you and should arrive within 7-10 working days. The cards are sent via Courier Post, and a signature will be required upon delivery. If you’re unavailable to sign, your cards will be taken to the nearest NZ Post depot for collection.
Ready to Use
As soon as you receive your fuel card(s), they’re ready to use—there’s no activation required. Simply enter the PIN you provided during the application process, and you can start purchasing fuel immediately.
No Hidden Fees
There are no joining fees, account fees, or transaction fees for NZ Fuel Cards. The only fees are a $1.53 (incl. GST) card fee per month, per card, and a $5.50 for urban delivery or $12.50 for rural delivery (inc GST) courier fee for your total card order.
Apply for Your Fuel Card Today
Applying for an NZ Fuel Card is a quick and hassle-free way to save on fuel costs. With no joining or account fees, no contracts, and the convenience of detailed reporting, NZ Fuel Cards is ideal for fleet management and businesses. Plus, with easy access to discounts, seamless payment options, and comprehensive reporting tools, you’ll streamline fuel management like never before.
Apply today and make fuelling your business more efficient with NZ Fuel Cards!
Caltex Fuel Card
Discover the Benefits of Caltex Fuel Cards
Are you looking for a fuel card that offer exceptional savings and convenience at Caltex? To unlock the fuel savings at Caltex truck stops and service stations, you’ll need a Z Fuel Card. Chevron New Zealand, the previous operator of the Caltex brand, has been acquired by Z Energy. Consequently, Z Energy now operates the Caltex network in New Zealand under a license from Chevron International.
How does this affect me getting a Fuel Card?
After the approval of your application you’ll be able to use at all Caltex service stations and truck stops. If you are using the Caltex app, you will be able to add your Z Fuel Card as the payment card for your fuel transactions. Every time you use the app with your Z Fuel Card added as the payment card, you’ll earn Airpoints.
Z Fuel Cards at Caltex truckstops and service stations: Your Key to better Savings
Caltex Truckstops: Unlock Remarkable Diesel Savings
Enjoy a 20 cent per litre discount off the pump price for your diesel purchases at Caltex truck stops every time you use your Z Fuel card. What’s more, truck stops are accessible to all vehicles, not just trucks, ensuring that everyone can benefit from these diesel transaction savings, regardless of their vehicle size.
Caltex Service Stations: Save on Both Petrol and Diesel
The benefits aren’t limited to just the truck stops; you will also save 8 cents per litre off the pump price petrol and diesel transactions at Caltex service stations.
Expanding the Caltex Network
With a Z Fuel Card you can enjoy our truck stop and service station savings at all Caltex, Challenge, and Z Service Stations across New Zealand. That’s over 300 convenient locations where you can take advantage of these discounts.
Earn Rewards
Using the Caltex app or your Z Fuel Card will earn you Airpoints for each fuel transaction.
How do I apply?
Obtaining a Z Fuel Card is a straightforward 10-minute process from start to finish. You can apply here to commence your journey towards savings, convenience, and rewards with a Z Fuel Card. We’re excited to be a part of your journey!
Credit Card as a Payment Option for your NZ Fuel Cards Invoice!
Great news! We’ve added credit card as a payment option and you can now pay for your NZ Fuel Cards invoice with your credit card.
Ready to Get Started with Credit Card Payments?*
Existing customers can contact our friendly team if they want to change their current direct debit payment option to a credit card payment option. New customers can select their card as their payment option during the application process. When you pay your NZ Fuel Cards invoice by credit card, and you opt to pay with your Airpoints card, you will also earn flight rewards. Please refer to your card provider for Airpoints T&Cs.
You can choose at any time to change to direct debit payments, just contact our amazing Customer Service team who will help you with this process.
*Please note:
- Existing customers who want to change to card payments can contact our Customer Service team on 0800 111 391 or send an email with your customer number to [email protected]
- A convenience fee of 1.5% of the GST exclusive value of your invoice will apply for card payments.
Embrace the Benefits with NZ Fuel Cards
With NZ Fuel Cards, you can enjoy savings and convenience on the road. Our expertise in fuel management solutions ensures that you have a reliable partner for all your fueling needs. Apply now and discover how we can help your business.
Understanding the BP Fuel Card: A Guide by NZ Fuel Cards
Understanding the BP Fuel Card: A Guide by NZ Fuel Cards
You’ve just acquired a BP fuel card from NZ Fuel Cards, and we’re here to help you make the most of it. Wondering how it works or where you can use it? Let’s explore the features and benefits of your BP fuel card.
Access to a Network of Fuel Stations
Your BP fuel card is more than just a card; it’s a gateway to over 350 BP service stations, truckstops, RD Petroleum sites, and G.A.S sites across New Zealand. Refuel at your convenience without unnecessary detours.
Flexible Payment Options
BP fuel cards offer flexibility in payment. Whether you prefer to swipe your card at the pump, walk into the store, or use the BPMe app, the choice is yours. Enjoy the convenience of multiple payment options, including grabbing a barista-made coffee on the go.
Hassle-Free Experience with NZ Fuel Cards
Concerned about managing your card? With NZ Fuel Cards, there’s no need to worry. We handle your card and account, providing support for any queries you may have. Our commitment to customer service ensures a smooth experience.
Easy Application Process
Applying for an NZ Fuel Cards is straightforward. Our online application form allows you to set purchase restrictions, limits, and a secure 4-digit pin number. Submit your application, and we’ll take care of the rest, keeping you informed along the way.
Embrace the Benefits with NZ Fuel Cards
With NZ Fuel Cards, you can enjoy savings and convenience on the road. Our expertise in fuel management solutions ensures that you have a reliable partner for all your fueling needs. Apply now and discover how we can help your business.
National Price vs Off Pump Price – What’s the Difference?
Understanding NZ Fuel Cards: Off-Pump Vs Off-National Price Options
NZ Fuel Cards offers both Off-Pump Price and Off-National Price options for BP, Mobil and Z fuel cards. When we set up your fuel card account, we will look at which pricing structure is best for you in your area, and choose the most appropriate structure to help you get the best discounts. The majority of the time, this is Off-Pump pricing. Sometimes Off-National Price can be better (eg. at BP Truck stops, some regional areas, Premium petrol grades). But, what is the difference between Off Pump Price Vs Off National Price?
What is Off Pump Price? Explained with Examples
Off Pump Price is exactly as it sounds; a fixed discount off the pump price for every litre of fuel purchased. Simple. For example, a discount of 8c off the pump price of $2.029 equates to $1.949 per litre purchase price.
Deciphering National Pricing in New Zealand
National Pricing is where there is a single national price set for fuel across NZ by each of the fuel suppliers. This price, like pump pricing, fluctuates. NZ Fuel Cards then provides a discount off this set price.
Comparing Off-Pump Price Vs Off-National Price Discounts
In most instances we advise “off-pump” discounts, as the customer knows what they are getting every time. But there are circumstances where Off-National Price offers a better discount. For example, if you were purchasing Ultimate Diesel at BP in Wellington during May 2023, you would have saved between 10c and 20c per litre with our Off-National Price discount, compared to 8c with Off-Pump discount. Similarly, with our National Price discount at most BP Truck Stops around NZ you will save 16c per litre, compared to 8c with our off pump offer.
Contact NZ Fuel Cards for Expert Guidance
Should you need any assistance in deciding whether Off-National Price or Off-Pump price is best for you, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and we’d be happy to help.
NZ Fuel Cards: Fueling Journeys, Exceeding Expectations
Our Commitment to Outstanding Customer Service
At NZ Fuel Cards, we’re not just about supplying the best advice on fuel pricing and options. We’re all about providing exceptional and personalised customer service that will leave you amazed.
Fuel is our business, but our customers are what truly ignite our passion. Whether you’re a new cardholder or a long-standing member of our family, chances are you’ve already experienced the magic of our incredible customer service team. They’re the fuel that keeps us going!
Catering to Your Fuel Card Needs and Questions
We thrive on connecting with our customers and catering to your needs. Got a burning question about the best fuel discounts in your next vacation spot or on your upcoming business trip? Need a review of your current fuel requirements to maximize your savings? Or maybe you just want to clarify some transaction details on your invoice? Look no further—we’re here to listen!
Comprehensive Support for All Your Fuel Card Needs
We can handle anything from updating your address and bank account details to assisting you with a forgotten PIN number. Wondering how to smoothly use your fuel card at a terminal without stepping foot on the forecourt? We’ve got you covered!
Stay Connected with Our Expert Team About Your Fuel Card
We understand the importance of staying connected with our valued customers. That’s why we encourage you to reach out to our knowledgeable team today. Discover the power of our expertise and find out how we can supercharge your fuel experience!
Let us fuel your journey. Contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and experience the unbeatable service that sets NZ Fuel Cards apart from the rest.
How Fuel Cards Work for Employees
Understanding How Fuel Cards Work For Employees
Fuel cards are a convenient and cost-effective way for employees to purchase fuel for business-related travel. Essentially, a fuel card is a payment card that is provided by an employer to their employees for the specific purpose of purchasing fuel for company vehicles.
When an employee receives a fuel card, they will typically be given instructions on how to use it. In most cases, the card will work like a credit or debit card, and the employee will simply need to swipe or insert it at the pump to pay for their fuel.
Streamlining Expense Management with Fuel Cards
One of the benefits of using a fuel card is that it can make it easier for employers to track and manage their fuel expenses. Because all fuel purchases made with the card will be recorded, it can help employers to monitor usage and ensure that their fuel budget is being used appropriately.
Cost Savings and Efficiency for Employees
Another benefit of using a fuel card is that it can help employees to save money on fuel costs. Many fuel card programs offer discounts on fuel purchases, which can add up to significant savings over time.
The Overall Advantage of Fuel Cards for Businesses
Overall, fuel cards can be a great option for businesses that rely on company vehicles for transportation. By providing employees with a convenient and cost-effective way to purchase fuel, it can help to streamline operations and save money in the long run.
Learn More About Our Fuel Card Offerings
To see details of our fuel card offerings, please visit our Offers page, or free to contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and we’d be happy to help.
Benefits of a Fuel Card
Key Benefits of a Fuel Card: Savings and Efficiency for Your Business
At NZ Fuel Cards, we believe that businesses can benefit greatly from using our BP, Mobil & Z fuel cards to manage their fuel expenses. Our fuel cards are designed to offer a range of features and benefits that help companies save money, simplify administration, and improve control over their fuel usage.
Maximising Savings
With our fuel cards, businesses can enjoy cost savings through discounts and rebates on fuel purchases. We work with a network of fuel suppliers to ensure that our customers have access to competitive fuel prices and can maximise their savings.
Enhanced Reporting
In addition, our fuel cards provide detailed reporting on fuel usage, allowing businesses to track and manage their fuel expenses more efficiently. This helps to reduce the time and effort required to process expenses and ensures compliance with company policies.
Increased Control and Security
Our fuel cards also offer enhanced control over fuel usage through features such as spending limits and purchase restrictions. This allows businesses to prevent unauthorised purchases and ensure that fuel is being used in accordance with their policies.
Simplified Administration
At NZ Fuel Cards, we understand the importance of simplified administration. Our fuel cards eliminate the need for employees to pay for fuel out of pocket and submit expense reports. This simplifies the administration process and reduces the risk of errors and fraud.
Comprehensive Benefits of a Fuel Card for Businesses
In summary, NZ Fuel Cards provides a range of benefits for businesses that rely on vehicles for their operations. Our fuel cards offer cost savings, improved expense management, increased control, enhanced reporting, and simplified administration, allowing businesses to operate more efficiently and effectively.
Learn More About the Benefits of a Fuel Card
To see details of our fuel card offerings, please visit our Offers page, or free to contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and we’d be happy to help.
Why Your Business Needs Fuel Cards
Understanding Why Every Business Needs Fuel Cards
One of the keys to being successful in running any business is to keep a close eye on costs. Given all of the areas you as a business owner or manager needs to keep abreast of, a simple tool like a fuel card can make all the difference both for your piece of mind, and your bottom line.
Overcoming Inefficiencies: Why Your Business Needs Fuel Cards
Without fuel cards, you’d be constantly giving employees cash to pay for fuel… or asking them to pay on their own card, keep the receipt, and you then reimburse them. Inefficient, paperwork-heavy (especially in tracking expenses for tax), and with the potential for fraud.
Streamlined Management: A Core Reason Your Business Needs Fuel Cards
This is why fuel cards exist; allowing you to pay for fuel from one account, manage and reduce your vehicle costs, and track all expenses easily. You can also forecast your monthly fuel costs, helping you stay within budget and tracking your servicing schedules. You can be sure that your fuel card is being used by the right person and for the right reason. Paperwork is minimised, allowing you to focus your attention where it needs to be – on growing your business.
The Bottom Line
In short, you really should take the time to look into fuel cards for your business – it could save you more time and money than you think! Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and we’d be happy to help.
How Many Fuel Cards Can I Have?
How Many Fuel Cards Can I Have?
At NZ Fuel Cards we supply fuel cards for Mobil, BP and Z. Z Cards can also be used at Caltex and Challenge stations, BP Cards can also be used at GAS stations, while Mobil cards can also be used at various Allied, NPD and Waitomo stations. Somewhere for everyone!
Tailoring to Your Needs
We have negotiated separately with each fuel supplier to provide the best discounts possible, which means there is one card type for each fuel supplier. You can choose one card or a combination of cards from these suppliers to suit your needs.
Optimal Usage
We generally suggest using 1 or 2 cards per person. For instance, you might use petrol and diesel for your business, and get a Mobilcard for your petrol discount, and BP card for your diesel discount. Or perhaps BP is closest to where you live, and Z closest to your work. You can choose whatever suits your circumstances, and all transactions will appear on one bill.
Assistance in Choosing
Should you need any assistance in choosing which fuel card is best for you, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and we’d be happy to help.
Where Can I use my Fuel Cards? – Over 1000 locations NZ Wide
Extensive Network for Fuel Card Use
Our NZ Fuel Cards customers used their cards and activated their discounts at OVER 1000 LOCATIONS during the month of August giving our customers a massive choice of locations to purchase fuel!*
Interactive Map to Locate Fuel Stations
Check out the map of all the locations where you can use your cards here. You can filter the map to show by supplier and location type (Service Station and Truck Stop) – this is a very handy tool if you travel around the country for work, wanting to see where the nearest top up spot is from home, or if you are deciding on which card is best for you based on your team’s movements.
Personalized Fuel Card Assistance
Should you need any assistance in choosing which card is best for you, please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 0800 111 391 and we’d be happy to help.
Diverse Acceptance of Fuel Cards
*BP Cards were used at 303 BP and GAS locations, Mobil Cards were used at 264 Mobil and Convenience Merchants i.e. various Allied, NPD and Waitomo locations, and Z Cards were used at 485 Z, Caltex and Challenge locations across NZ. This includes both Service Station and Truck Stop locations
EROAD – Fuel Management Solution
Fuel Efficiency for Transport Operators: The Role of EROAD
Fuel is one of the largest expenses for transport operators. Improved fuel efficiency across your fleet accumulated over time will generate huge savings for your business. NZ Fuel Cards is an Integration Partner with EROAD, a business which provides fuel management solutions for vehicle fleets.
Introducing EROAD’s Telematics Solution for Fuel Management
Their telematics solution has an intuitive and powerful fuel management module, that helps you manage your fuel use by combining fuel records with vehicle distance and location information generated by the vehicle hardware.
Streamlining Fuel Data Management
Fuel data generated from your NZ Fuel Cards’ BP, Mobil or Z Business card is automatically imported daily from NZ Fuel Cards and can be managed in EROAD’s Depot. The fuel reporting suite helps you understand fuel consumption across your fleet, and identify exceptions and underperforming vehicles or drivers.
Enhanced Visibility and Control Over Fuel Consumption
Gaining better visibility over fuel consumption enables you to address specific issues and monitor progress over time. Learn more about Fuel Management module here:
https://www.eroad.co.nz/nz/products/fleet-management/eroad-fuel-management/
If you sign up as an EROAD customer, and are also an NZ Fuel Cards customer, we will provide the fuel purchasing data EROAD requires to access their fuel management solution.
Benchmark Comparison Service – what are they how it helps you?
Understanding the Benchmark Price Comparison Service
Benchmarks are a price comparison service we offer for businesses who wish to compare their current fuel card pricing against our fuel pricing. This is a free service for businesses whose monthly fuel bill is $2,500 or more.
The No-Obligation Approach to Benchmark Your Fuel Costs
There is no obligation to sign up with NZ Fuel Cards when requesting a benchmark. Our expectation is that we can offer you a better price, and you then decide if you want to take up our offer or not. Worst case, you confirm you are getting a good price from your current provider, and it cost you nothing to find out.
How to Request a Benchmark Comparison for Your Fuel Card
To request a Benchmark comparison on your current fuel card account:
- Confirm your current monthly spend is $2,500 or more.
- Send through a copy of your most recent fuel invoice to [email protected].
- Ask for a “Benchmark Comparison” to be done.
- That’s it!
Timely and Detailed Benchmark Comparisons
We will endeavour to get the results of the comparison back to you within 7-10 working days. We take time to check each transaction you’ve made and compare at the same service station or truck stop versus our prices at those same locations or nearby.
Requesting a Benchmark
Email [email protected] with a copy of your most recent fuel invoice and request a fuel Benchmark. It’s that easy!
NZ Fuel Cards eAlerts – what are they?
Introduction to eAlerts: Monitoring Your Fuel Card Usage
eAlerts are an email reporting system built into NZ Fuel Cards’ billing system, which when activated on your account can help you keep track of how your fuel cards are being used.
Automated Alerts for Effective Fuel Management
You can receive automated Alerts when:
- Your staff spend over 80% of their monthly card limit
- multiple transactions are made in one day
- transactions are made outside normal business hours (eg. 8pm to 5am)
- multiple fuel types are purchased
Its Importance for Large Fleet Management
eAlerts can be particularly useful when managing a large fleet of vehicles.
Case Study
A customer had a fleet of 15 vehicles. The vehicles were only used by staff during business hours. An employee had removed a fuel card from a vehicle and was filling up their personal vehicle at an unmanned fuel site late at night. The eAlert informed the customer that a fuel card was being used outside normal business hours. The client rang NZ Fuel Cards and had the card suspended and investigated the transaction.
Activating eAlerts
Email [email protected] or call 0800 111 391 and let us know which eAlerts you would like activated on your account. It’s that easy!

Don’t just take it from us, let our customers do the talking!
“I’ve found the cards really convenient and far more accessible and reliable than my previous fuel cards, which were plagued with issues and limited service access. So far I’ve had no problems at all. Very happy!”
Shane, Napier
“Thank you so much Lisa and Chantel for your assistance but more importantly your communication which was nothing less than outstanding. NZ fuel cards should be very proud of you; especially with your efficiency and making the customer feel relaxed, very well informed with awesome communication. Thank you again.”
Managing Director, Unique Realty, Palmerston North
“I want to say your company is amazing. Your service is top notch. I have been a satisfied client of yours since Nov 2022. Very professional to deal with the whole time.”
“Flying Kiwi has been a client of NZ Fuel Cards for the past several years, over this time with their assistance we have been able to save tens of thousands of dollars in our operation through the ability to access volume discounts.”









