Vehicle requirements in New Zealand

All vehicles must meet the following requirements:

  • Registered and insured in New Zealand
    • All vehicles driving with Bolt must be covered by at least a third-party property damage car insurance.
    • To drive with Bolt, you also need to be listed on the car’s insurance policy, even if you're not its owner or the main policyholder.
  • Must not display any commercial branding or advertising
  • Hold a valid Certificate of Fitness
  • Must not be a taxi, ex-driving school, government, branded or rebuilt vehicle
  • The vehicle must not be older than 15 years
  • Must be a Hatchback, sedan or SUV
  • In good technical and cosmetic condition (including but not limited to: no dents, clean interior, and no mechanical issues)

Car-specific requirements:

  • 4 doors
  • 4 seats (excluding the driver)
  • Must have a working air conditioning
  • Must have the capacity to take at least 3 large pieces of luggage

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