Driving Tips - New Zealand Road Guide

Hiring a rental car is a great way to see our beautiful country. However, there are a few things that you may not be used to when driving your rental car in New Zealand. For example:

We drive on the left side of the road
We have a unique give way rule at intersections
Many roads are hilly or narrow and winding so your journey may take longer than expected

Download and print our Guide to Driving in NZ (PDF)

Fuel

Most Nationwide rental cars use 91-octane unleaded fuel. This is the cheapest and most common grade of fuel in New Zealand. Our Group P, Hyundai i-Max 8 Seater luxury mini coach runs on diesel.

Distance and driving times

Need help planning your rental car holiday in New Zealand? A distance and driving chart is included in the downloadable Guide to Driving in NZ (above).