New York IFTA Rates & Trucking Overview 2026
New York's effective IFTA diesel rate is 46.1¢/gal (2Q 2026; including petroleum business tax and motor fuel excise tax). New York City and the surrounding metro is the largest freight market in the US. The NY Thruway system (I-87/I-90) charges significant truck tolls on top of high fuel taxes.
Major New York Trucking Routes
I-87 (New York City–Albany–Plattsburgh–Montreal, NY Thruway), I-90 (Albany–Buffalo–Ohio, NY Thruway), I-95 (New York City–Connecticut), I-81 (Syracuse–Watertown–Canada), I-84 (Newburgh–Connecticut)
New York City's congestion pricing zone applies to trucks entering Manhattan south of 60th Street.
New York IFTA — Frequently Asked Questions
What is New York's IFTA diesel tax rate in 2026?
New York's effective IFTA diesel rate is approximately 46.1¢/gal for 2026 including all state fees.
Who administers IFTA for New York-based carriers?
New York IFTA fuel-use tax is administered by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. New York-based carriers file quarterly IFTA returns through Tax.NY.gov Online Services / IFTA Web File. NY-based carriers must also register for the NY HUT (Highway Use Tax) — a separate per-mile tax for vehicles over 18,000 lbs on NY public highways.
Does New York have a Highway Use Tax separate from IFTA?
Yes. New York's Highway Use Tax (HUT) applies to vehicles over 18,000 lbs at rates based on gross vehicle weight per mile traveled on NY highways. This is filed separately from IFTA at ny.gov/hut. Non-compliance carries severe penalties.
What about New York City congestion pricing for trucks?
As of 2024-2025, NYC's congestion pricing zone applies to trucks entering the Central Business District (south of 60th St in Manhattan). Tolls vary by truck size — check MTA's congestion pricing schedule. This adds significantly to operating costs for NYC deliveries beyond IFTA fuel taxes.