8 - Driving straight | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

Aim

To legally and safely drive the vehicle on a straight road in normal traffic conditions.
To position the vehicle correctly in relation to the road and other road users.
To stay within the posted speed limit and maintain place in traffic flow.

In a 50km/h zone.
On a two-way road with intersecting roads and no traffic signals (traffic lights).

Keep the vehicle in the centre of the lane.
Keep the vehicle a safe distance from parked vehicles, kerbside hazards and oncoming vehicles.
Drive at an appropriate speed for the conditions.
Maintain their place in the traffic flow and keep a safe following distance (at least a two-second gap).
Check the mirrors regularly – about every 10 seconds.
Consistently search forward and to both sides to identify potential hazards.
Perform the tasks at least three times.