FREE New Zealand Car Driving Test Lane Usage and Positioning Questions and Answers Flashcards
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When driving on a multi-lane road in New Zealand, which lane should you normally use if you are not overtaking?
Answer: The left lane
In New Zealand, drivers must keep left unless overtaking, turning right, or when the left lane is blocked.
You are approaching a roundabout and want to go straight ahead. Which lane should you choose on a two-lane approach?
Answer: Either lane is acceptable
When going straight at a roundabout, you may use either the left or right lane unless road markings indicate otherwise.
What must you do before changing lanes on a New Zealand road?
Answer: Check mirrors and blind spots and signal for at least three seconds
You must check mirrors, look over your shoulder for blind spots, and signal for at least three seconds before changing lanes.
On a three-lane motorway in New Zealand, when is it acceptable to use the right-hand lane?
Answer: Only when overtaking or turning right
The right-hand lane on a motorway should only be used for overtaking or turning right, regardless of your speed.
You are in the left lane and a vehicle ahead is turning left, slowing traffic. What should you do?
Answer: Check mirrors and blind spots, signal, and move to the right lane if safe
You should check it is safe, signal, and change to the right lane to pass; never use the shoulder to overtake.
When positioning your vehicle to turn left at an intersection, where should you be on the road?
Answer: As close to the left side of the road as practical
When turning left, you should position your vehicle as close to the left side of the road as is safely practical.