Unlock tax benefits while you upgrade your business
Did you know the New Zealand Government offers valuable tax incentives for businesses? Now’s the perfect time to invest in innovation and take your business to the next level.
If you’re thinking about upgrading your vehicles or workspace, now’s the perfect time. With two major tax benefits available—the 20% Investment Boost and the 15% R&D Tax Incentive—your next business improvement could come with serious savings—this includes custom solutions, design improvements, and smart upgrades that improve how your business operates.
Deduct 20% of the cost of new assets—like vehicles, tools, or tech—immediately from your taxable income.
“Businesses have been knocked around by challenging local and international economic conditions. This tax incentive shows that we are backing them to succeed. “— Finance Minister Nicola Willis
Who’s eligible?
- NZ-registered businesses (any size—including SMEs)
- Paying tax in New Zealand
- Investing in new, depreciable assets or innovations
- No cap on investment value
What qualifies?
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New depreciable assets like work vehicles, mobile workstations, hoists, shelving, or tech upgrades.
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Custom fitouts that improve efficiency, usability, or innovation—like redesigned vehicle interiors, smart storage, or EV-ready upgrades.
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Assets must be new to New Zealand (not previously used here), and installed for business use after 22 May 2025.
At Auto Transform, we help businesses like yours modernise with tailored fitouts that boost efficiency, safety, and branding. Whether it’s a smarter storage system for your fleet, comfortable efficient passenger transport or a fully customised mobile workspace, these improvements can ultimately save you money at tax time.
If you’re looking for a cost effective fully fitted out vehicle to elevate your business our passenger fitouts provide a safe and comfortable high quality means of transport. Here’s a look at some numbers we crunched on our vehicle and fitout packages, so you can see just how much you can look forward to saving!
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (12-Seater – Lower Spec)
Save $7,102 more in Year 1 with the Investment Boost.
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Claim a $29,322 upfront deduction with the new tax rule.
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Reduce your tax bill by more than double in the first year—$12,644 vs. $5,542.
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Free up extra cash to reinvest in your business.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (12-Seater – Higher Spec)
Unlock $8,357 in extra savings when using the Investment Boost.
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Instantly deduct $34,504 from your taxable income.
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Total Year 1 tax saving jumps to $14,878—more than double without the boost.
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More value, same vehicle—just smarter tax planning.
Why Act Now?
- Get rewarded for investing in smart, future-ready systems
- Free up cash flow to reinvest in your business
- Stay ahead with fitouts designed for your operation
- Contribute to NZ’s recovery by building smarter and hiring better
“Now is the right time to support New Zealand’s economic recovery by making it easier for businesses to invest, hire more workers, pay them better, and contribute more to our long-term prosperity. ”
Let your next upgrade work harder for you. Invest in innovation—transform your fleet or workspace with Auto Transform.
At Auto Transform we have been in the business of commercial fitouts for over 33 years – so we have plenty of experience with what works and what doesn’t, and we’re only too happy to share! We will take the time to find out exactly what you need, and offer advice and design guidance to come up with the best solution for your needs.
Contact us today to discuss your next project or explore how you can benefit from these tax-saving opportunities.
