Lane Usage and Positioning Flashcards
7 cards from real New Zealand Car Driving Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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When driving on a two-lane road in New Zealand and you want to overtake, which lane do you use?
Answer: The right lane
In New Zealand you overtake on the right, moving into the right lane briefly then returning to the left.
On a multi-lane road, which lane should you normally travel in when not overtaking?
Answer: The left lane
Keep left is the default rule in New Zealand — use the left lane except when overtaking or turning right.
You are approaching a roundabout and intend to turn right. Which lane should you be in before entering?
Answer: Right lane
To turn right at a roundabout you should approach and enter from the right lane.
What does a solid white line between lanes on a New Zealand road mean?
Answer: Lane changing is not permitted across that line
A solid white lane line prohibits lane changes across it.
When is it legal to travel in a lane marked with a yellow 'T' on a yellow background in New Zealand?
Answer: Only during the hours shown on the sign
Transit (T2/T3) lanes may be used by all traffic outside the hours shown on the sign.
You are in the left lane of a two-lane one-way street. A vehicle ahead is stopped. What should you do?
Answer: Check mirrors and change to the right lane if safe
If safe, you may change lanes to the right to pass a stopped vehicle on a one-way street.
What is the correct lane position when driving through a curve on a narrow rural road in New Zealand?
Answer: Keep to the left within your lane
Keep to the left of your lane through curves so you stay in your half of the road.