Learn key NZ road rules every driver should know, including right-of-way, speed limits, and safety laws. Practice questions help build a strong test foundation.
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If you are under 20, the legal alcohol limit is zero. What does this mean?
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What does the legal definition of a road include?
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After overtaking another vehicle, what is the minimum clear distance you must have in front of you before pulling back in?
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What must you do if you want to turn right at a traffic signal where a green light is showing?
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If you are going straight through a roundabout, you should not signal when approaching, but signal left as you pass the exit before the one you want to take.
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If you are turning at an intersection, you must give way to all vehicles coming towards you that are turning right.
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What does the term "speed limit" mean?
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When driving in wet or frosty conditions, what rule should you follow to judge a safe following distance?
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When does a police officer have the power to arrest you? (select all that apply)
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When must a driver turn their vehicle headlights on? (select all that apply)
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If you are driving in fog, which vehicle lights should you use? (select all that apply)
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You must give way to all vehicles that will cross your path from the left when approaching a roundabout.
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What should you do if you’re waiting at a railway level crossing and the red lights keep flashing even after the train has passed?
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When should you use the fog lights on your vehicle?
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If you are a learner driver, can you carry passengers if your supervisor is in the back seat?
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What should you do if you're turning right and the traffic signal shows a red arrow pointing right?
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If someone is injured in a crash, within what time must the driver report it to the police?
18.
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Who is legally allowed to require you to give a blood sample?
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When driving on a road with no marked lanes, you must be able to stop in half the length of clear road you can see in front of you.
20.
Core
Your vehicle should not emit visible smoke for more than:
21.
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What is the purpose of the 2-second rule?
22.
Core
When are you allowed to pass another vehicle?
23.
Core
Who has the authority to require you to take a breath screening test?
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What should you do to avoid being blinded by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night?
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When should you apply the 4-second rule while driving?
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What is the speed limit from the time you pass an accident sign until you have passed the crash site?
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When you see blue or red flashing lights behind you, what must you do?
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When applying the give way rules, how should entranceways to public car parks be treated?
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What must you do when approaching a pedestrian crossing without raised traffic lights?
30.
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As the holder of any class of driver licence, must you carry your licence with you at all times when driving?
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When are you allowed to use the horn on your vehicle?
32.
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What should you do when approaching a one-lane bridge?
33.
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At an intersection, what do a police officer’s directions overrule?
34.
Core
When must you always dip your vehicle’s headlights at night?
35.
Core
When red lights are flashing at a railway level crossing, what must you do?
36.
Core
What must you do when approaching a pedestrian crossing with a raised traffic island in the middle?
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Core
Your vehicle’s headlights must be turned on when visibility is less than:
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What does it mean when yellow lights are flashing at traffic signals?
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What is the speed limit for vehicles passing a school bus that has stopped to let children on or off?
40.
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Before crossing a railway level crossing, must you check that there is enough space for your vehicle on the other side?
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When driving at night on a road with marked lanes, you must be able to stop in half the length of clear road you can see in front of you.
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If you are turning right, when must you signal?
43.
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If you are caught driving while disqualified, can a police officer impound your car on the spot?
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Which vehicle lights should you turn on when driving at night?
45.
Core
When you hear a siren or see red flashing lights from an ambulance or fire engine, what must you do?
46.
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If it’s safe, when are you allowed to pass another vehicle on the left at an intersection?
