Travel Update: Fuel & Road Trips in Australia and New Zealand

25 March 2026

We know some guests have questions about fuel availability and travel conditions following recent global events. This page is here to keep you informed so you can focus on enjoying the open road.

Fuel availability: what you need to know

Fuel remains available across Australia and New Zealand, and motorhome travel is continuing as normal. While fuel prices may fluctuate, there are no restrictions on self‑drive travel or touring.

Both governments and fuel suppliers are actively managing fuel supply, and we continue to monitor the situation closely alongside our local teams.

Your motorhome will have a full tank of fuel at pick up, thereafter we recommend you top up regularly along your route.

If anything changes that may affect your trip, we’ll update this page, so there’s no need to call us unless you need help with your booking.

Travelling smart: how to drive less, save money, and still enjoy the journey

A motorhome holiday has always been about freedom and a little flexibility can go a long way.

To help you prepare, we’ve put together a few tips for fuel-efficient travel:

Drive at a steady pace and avoid unnecessary idling.
Refill water tank once you arrive at your next campsite to reduce weight as you drive to the next campsite.
Linger for longer - Spend more time at each destination to reduce daily driving distances. Explore each destination in more detail and enjoy getting closer to the destination.
Use our trip planning tools, itineraries and our thl Roadtrip app to find campsites and things to see and do.
At pick up speak with our team for route suggestions that optimise fuel access and efficiency.

Plan your fuel stops ahead of your journey by using popular apps and websites; for example, FuelPrice Australia (FuelPrice.io) and Gaspy New Zealand (Gaspy.nz)

A reminder on flexibility

Motorhome travel offers something special: the ability to adapt. Whether that’s changing your route, staying longer somewhere you love, or taking things a little slower, flexibility is often the secret to the best road trips.

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