Sharing the road

Please look out for pedestrians whenever you’re behind the wheel.

Drivers of buses and trucks often have large blind spots behind and at the side of their vehicle, so it is a good idea to position your vehicle far enough back so it can be seen in their side mirrors.

You will sometimes see tractors and other farm or construction machinery on New Zealand roads. Because they are large and usually travel slower than other vehicles, you need to be especially careful when driving near them.

You will sometimes see overdimension vehicles, such as vehicles carrying buildings, on the road. Because of their size, and because they travel slower than other vehicles, you need to be especially careful when driving near them.

Motorcyclists are highly mobile but less visible and therefore more vulnerable.It is important to remember to check your mirrors and blind spots before turning.

As the driver of a heavy vehicle, you need to be particularly careful when driving near cyclists, as your vehicle is much larger and can limit your view of smaller vehicles.

Please show courtesy when sharing the road with horse traffic.