Key driving skills

As a driver you need to be aware of your vehicle’s weight, length, height and width.

In New Zealand, vehicles drive on the left-hand side of the road.

Signals enable you to tell other road users that you are changing your direction or position on the road.

Turning can be dangerous, because it usually means you have to cross the path of other vehicles and must give way to them if they are not turning.

Lanes are painted on the road to separate traffic. It’s important that you use lanes correctly.

It’s very important to make sure you have a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front, so you will have enough time if you need to stop suddenly.

Many serious crashes on New Zealand roads are caused by dangerous passing.

The lanes merge where the broken lane lines stop. It’s important to make sure that all vehicles from both lanes have plenty of space to merge safely.

Driving a heavy vehicle towing a trailer(s) requires special knowledge and skills.

Reversing a loaded truck can be difficult as you may have visibility problems.