As the intense summer heat fades into crisp autumn nights, fleet managers across New Zealand know it’s time to get their vehicles in order. Winter is coming.
March is always a busy season for fleet management with compliance updates and regulatory checks - just hearing the word "compliance" might make you sigh. But what if you could ditch the hassle and let Argus take care of it all for you?
The End-of-Summer Compliance Checklist for Fleet Managers
End-of-summer To-Do List
March isn’t just about cooler temperatures - it’s a crunch time for fleet managers before the financial year ends on 31 March. Here’s what’s on most of our customer’s to-do lists.
Keep reading for how Argus can help you with each of these below, saving you time, effort and compliance fines!
1.Road User Charges (RUC) Rate Updates
Waka Kotahi NZTA sometimes adjusts RUC rates in March, so staying informed and purchasing in advance can help avoid unexpected costs. Keep an eye on the NZTA website for updates.
2.Warrant of Fitness (WOF) & Certificate of Fitness (COF) Renewals
Warrants for light vehicles are due every 6-12 months, depending on the vehicle's age.
And don’t forget your COFs for heavy vehicles and passenger service vehicles, required every 6 months for most fleets. Many businesses registered their vehicles at the start of the financial year (1 April), leading to a March rush for renewals.
3.Driver Details & Licensing
Fleet managers need to ensure all driver records are current and compliant with NZTA regulations. How are you doing?
4.End-of-Summer Servicing
Prepping vehicles for cooler months means tackling maintenance and compliance checks before budgets reset and small issues turn into big ones.
5.Optimising Fleet Management for the New Financial Year
It might be time to review your driver routes - adjust for weather changes, road conditions, and increased congestion as schools are back in session.
Fuel management is another key to managing your costs effectively, make sure you’re looking for ways to optimise fuel usage as driving patterns shift in the colder months.
Optimise Fuel Usage
With Argus, you can automate these key tasks above and focus on what really matters—running your fleet management efficiently. Keeping up with compliance doesn’t have to be a constant worry!
Automate everything with Argus!
Why waste billable time on manual compliance tasks when Argus Tracking can handle it all?
Here’s how:
1. Smart ERUCs – The Future of Road User Charges
Argus automates RUC purchases directly through NZTA and displays them digitally on our Smart ERUCs screens. No more manual errors, last-minute panic, or paper waste—just seamless, real-time compliance!
Argus Smart ERUCs Display Screen
Learn more about Smart ERUCs HERE
2. Automated WOF & COF Reminders
Never become the victim of missed renewals again. Argus alerts you well in advance so you can book inspections without scrambling at the last minute.
Ask our team about our Smart Renew product as well, which will help you automate the purchasing of WOFs and COFs, meaning you can spend time on more valuable revenue generating work.
3. Driver Identification & Tracking Reports
Stay ahead of licence expiries with automated alerts and real-time data insights to keep your fleet management compliant and efficient. With the most accurate GPS tracking in New Zealand, Argus provides detailed visibility into driver behaviour, speed trends, impact detection, and more.
Having the most accurate GPS tracking in New Zealand, Argus gives you real-time insights into driver behaviour, speed trends, and impact detection—helping you improve fleet efficiency and reward top drivers.
Learn more about Fleet Behaviour Insights HERE
4. Fleet Management Route Optimisation
Make every journey smarter with Argus’ route optimisation tools. Plan, compare, and adjust routes in seconds to cut costs and reduce fuel consumption:
Easily upload job lists by CSV or enter addresses manually.
Auto-generate the fastest route with a single click, saving time and fuel.
Compare planned vs. optimised routes to maximise efficiency.
Export run sheets in CSV, printable PDF, or web format for seamless operations.
This boosts sustainability and slashes fuel costs—a win-win for your fleet and your budget.
Reduce Fuel Cost with Route Optimisation
Learn more about Route Planning & Optimisation HERE
Why Is Argus the Best Fleet Compliance Solution in New Zealand?
Fleet compliance automation is essential, but why Argus?
With over 18 years of experience, Argus has been supporting Kiwi businesses with New Zealand’s most accurate GPS tracking system. Our solutions are fully customisable, so you only pay for what you need, and we are trusted across all industries and fleet sizes.
Take the stress out of fleet compliance. Contact Argus today and let’s make fleet management effortless!
