FUELREADY.NZ

Fuel Rationing Preparedness Simulator

Based on the NZ Government's Fuel Response Plan 2026 framework. Answer five questions — watch your fuel vulnerability in real time.

Your Vehicles

Tap + to add a vehicle. Tap a vehicle to change its fuel type.

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Add at least one vehicle to continue.

Where You Live

Your proximity to CBD determines access to public transport alternatives.

URBAN Good transit SUBURBAN Some transit OUTER SUBURBAN Limited buses RURAL Car-dependent, no alternatives
Select your location to continue.

Your Commute

How far and how often you drive to work.

15 km
0 km80 km

Days per week

Your Priority Band

The government allocates fuel by priority. Where do you sit in the queue?

A
Life-Preserving
Ambulance, hospitals, fire, police, courts, defence, lifeline utilities
B
Economic Priority
Supermarket/food freight, international aviation, agriculture, food production
C
Essential Services
Public transport operators, infrastructure maintenance, rural GPs & district nurses
D
Commercial
Tradies, office businesses, retail, hospitality, other commercial use
E
General Consumer
Regular employees, personal use — most New Zealanders
The Fuel Response Plan 2026 classifies users into Bands A–E. In Phase 3/4, Bands A–C receive guaranteed fuel access before others.
Select your priority band to continue.

Non-Commute Driving

How much do you drive for groceries, school runs, errands, and weekend activities?

Essentials only
Occasional groceries
~20 km/week
Family life
School runs, weekends
~60 km/week
Always on the road
Multiple commitments
~120 km/week
Select your usage level.
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Preparedness
Analysing your household...
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Preparedness Score

Key Factors

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Disclaimer: This simulator is based on the NZ Government's Fuel Response Plan 2026 framework published 27 March 2026. Phase 3 and Phase 4 details are "Under Consultation." Purchase limits and quotas are modelled on historical precedents (UK 1970s, Japan 1973) and do not represent confirmed policy. Sources: MBIE, Beehive.govt.nz.