New Zealand Car Driving Parking and Stopping Rules Questions and Answers

Question 1

You wish to park your car on a street. What is the MINIMUM distance you must park away from an intersection if there are no signs or road markings indicating otherwise?

Accepted Answer

6 metres

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3 metres

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10 metres

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1 metre

Question 2

When parking near a fire hydrant, which of the following actions is legally permitted?

Accepted Answer

Parking within 50cm, provided a licensed driver who can move the vehicle remains with it.

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Parking within 50cm, provided you leave a note with your phone number on the dashboard.

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Parking directly over it if you will be less than 5 minutes.

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Parking is never permitted within 1 metre of a fire hydrant.

Question 3

You are driving in the city and see a sign for a 'Loading Zone' with 'P5' on it. What does this mean for a private car?

Accepted Answer

You can stop to pick up or drop off passengers or goods, but must not leave the vehicle unattended for more than 5 minutes.

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You can park there for up to 5 minutes for any reason.

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Only goods vehicles can use this zone; private cars are not permitted.

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You can park for 5 hours if you are loading or unloading goods.

Question 4

On the side of the road, you see a continuous broken yellow line. What is the rule for stopping or parking here?

Accepted Answer

You are not allowed to stop or park your vehicle here at any time.

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You may stop briefly to pick up or drop off passengers.

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Parking is permitted for up to 20 minutes during off-peak hours.

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You can park here if you are a resident of the street.

Question 5

You are looking for a place to park and see a marked bus stop that consists only of a sign, with no painted box on the road. How close are you legally allowed to park to the bus stop sign?

Accepted Answer

No closer than 6 metres.

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You can park right next to the sign as long as you don't block the footpath.

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No closer than 3 metres.

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No closer than 10 metres.

Question 6

Which of the following is a legal requirement when parking your vehicle on the side of a road?

Accepted Answer

You must park in the direction of the traffic flow on your side of the road.

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You must always park facing oncoming traffic for better visibility.

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You can park on the right-hand side of a two-way street if there is enough room.

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You must leave your parking lights on during the day.