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1 2 3 4a Licence holder's family name. Licence holder's other names. Licence holder's date of birth. Licence issue date. Note: licence cards issued before 16 January 2006 will show the issue date of that card. Licence cards issued from 16 January 2006 will show the date the driver first obtained their full, restricted or learner licence. 4b Licence card expiry date. 4c Organ donor status. 5a Licence number.
5b Card version number (Space for signature.) 6 Licence holder's address (optional). 7 Licence classes and endorsements held.
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8 Issue and expiry dates for any learner and restricted licence classes held. Expiry dates for any endorsements held. Any licence conditions (for example, must wear correcting lenses, automatic vehicles only, specially adapted vehicles). These conditions will apply to all classes and endorsements held, unless specifically stated. See below for more information about licence conditions. 9 Classes or endorsements the conditions apply to. If the condition does not apply to all classes and endorsements held, then this section will specify what classes and/or endorsements the condition does apply to. If this section is blank, the condition applies to all classes and endorsements held.
Licence conditions
If your licence is issued with conditions on it you must follow them when you drive. The reason some people have conditions on their licence is because they may not be a safe driver unless they follow the conditions. If you do not follow the conditions you could be issued with a ticket and receive demerit points and a fine. A common example of a licence condition is that the driver must wear correcting lenses when they drive. Other conditions include driving only automatic vehicles or driving only specially adapted vehicles. Licence conditions are printed on the reverse side of your photo driver licence. Note: additional conditions that must be followed by drivers on a learner or restricted licence are not recorded on the reverse side of your licence. See Stage 1 - Learner licence for details of learner licence conditions and Stage 2 - Restricted licence for details of restricted licence conditions.
Class 1 Car
A holder of a Class 1 learner or restricted licence can drive:
a vehicle that has a gross laden weight (GLW) or gross combined weight (GCW) of not more than 4500kg (this includes tractors or combination vehicles, but does not include motorcycles)
a moped or all-terrain vehicle any motorhome or tradepersons vehicle with a GLW of not more than 6000kg and an on-road weight not exceeding 4500kg.
an agricultural tractor that has a GLW of not more than 18,000kg or a combination vehicle (consisting of an agricultural tractor and agricultural trailer) with a GCW of not more than 25,000kg if driven at a speed not exceeding 40km/h.
A Class 1 full licence with an F endorsement will permit you to operate a forklift with a GLW of not more than 18000kg. A Class 1 full licence with an R endorsement will permit you to operate a special-type vehicle that runs on rollers with a GLW of not more than 18000kg. A Class 1 full licence with a T endorsement will permit you to operate a specialtype vehicle that runs on tracks with a GLW of not more than 18000kg. A Class 1 full licence with a W endorsement will permit you to operate specialtype wheeled vehicles:
with a GLW not more than 6000kg with a GLW more than 6000kg but not more than 18,000kg if driven at speed not exceeding: o 40km/h, if the vehicle is an agricultural motor vehicle o 30km/h for any other special-type wheeled vehicle.
a tractor with a GLW of more than 6000kg but not more than 18,000kg, if driven at a speed over 30km/h.
A holder of a Class 2 full licence can also drive a special-type agricultural motor vehicle that runs on wheels with a GLW of not more than 18000kg if driven at a speed not exceeding 40km/h. Note that a W endorsement is not required. A Class 2 full licence with an F endorsement will permit you to operate a forklift with a GLW exceeding 18,000kg. A Class 2 full licence with an R endorsement will permit you to operate a special-type vehicle that runs on rollers with a GLW exceeding 18,000kg. A Class 2 full licence with a T endorsement will permit you to operate a specialtype vehicle that runs on tracks with a GLW exceeding 18,000kg. A Class 2 full licence with a W endorsement will permit you to operate specialtype wheeled vehicles:
with a GLW of not more than 18,000kg if driven at a speed exceeding 30km/h with a GLW of more than 18,000kg if driven at speed not exceeding 30km/h.
A Class 4 full licence with a W endorsement will permit you to operate a special-type wheeled vehicle* with a GLW exceeding 18,000kg.
Class 5 is the heavy combination vehicle licence. A holder of a Class 5 learner or full licence can drive:
a combination vehicle with a GCW of more than 25,000kg vehicles covered in classes 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Class 6 Motorcycle
Class 6 is the motorcycle licence. The holder of a Class 6 learner or restricted licence can ride a LAMS-approved motorcycle or any moped or all-terrain vehicle. The holder of a Class 6 full licence can ride any motorcycle, moped or allterrain vehicle.
* Certain kinds of vehicles require you to have a licence endorsement, as well as having the correct class of licence, before you can drive them. Some examples are special-type vehicles, passenger service vehicles and tow trucks. See the followingdefinitions for more information.
Notes
Holders of Class 2 and Class 4 licences are allowed to tow light trailers behind rigid vehicles of those classes. Dont count the weight of the trailer in any GCW calculations. An articulated special-type vehicle can be driven on a Class 2 or Class 4 licence, depending on its weight. This is because its handling characteristics are determined by it being a special-type vehicle, not because its articulated. If youre a tractor driver, you simply need to hold the right class of licence for the weight of the tractor. You dont need a W or any other specialtype endorsement.
Definitions
All-terrain vehicle means a special-purpose vehicle (with or without motorcycle controls and equipment) that:
is principally designed for off-road use has three or more wheels has an engine capacity exceeding 50ml, and has a gross weight of less than 1000kg.
Gross combined weight (GCW) is the sum of the GLW of the vehicles that make up a combination vehicle.
Light trailer means a trailer with a GLW which does not exceed 3500kg. On-road weight means the total weight of the vehicle and load at any particular time. Special-type vehicles are motor vehicles that are forklifts or vehicles that run on rollers or self-laying tracks. It also includes motor vehicles that run on wheels but that arent passenger vehicles, trade vehicles, tractors, fire engines or vehicle recovery vehicles. Tractor means a motor vehicle (other than a traction engine) designed principally for traction at speeds not exceeding 50km/h.
Important You must carry your driver licence with you at all times when driving. Drivers are required by law to produce their driver licence to an enforcement officer on request.
Licence endorsements
To safely drive some kinds of vehicles, or to provide certain kinds of services, you need to have special knowledge or training. A licence endorsement on your driver licence shows that you have completed whatever courses or qualifications you need for that endorsement. The types of endorsement you can get on your New Zealand driver licence, and what they allow you to do, are shown in the table below.
Endorsement Allows you to
Drive a forklift
Be a driving instructor
To find out how to apply for endorsements, phone the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre on 0800 822 422 or visit theLicence endorsements section of our website.
One photo driver licence for all classes and endorsements Rather than getting an extra driver licence every time you get a new class of licence or new licence endorsements, you will be issued with a new licence that lists all your classes of licence and any endorsements. This way you only need to carry one licence.
To pass from one stage to the next, you need to fulfil the requirements of the previous stage. This section outlines how to get each stage of your driver licence.
$48.70
$47.40
$48.70
$88.30
$50.00
$61.70
Total
$334.80*
All fees include GST and are non-refundable. * Note: this amount doesn't include fees for re-sitting tests if you fail the first time. If you need to re-sit a test you will need to pay another test fee, but you won't be charged another application fee.
Where there are two or more complete working days (excluding weekends and public holidays) between the day you change or cancel your test and the date of your appointment, you will need to pay a rescheduling fee of $16.40.
This is a regulated fee to cover the time taken and costs incurred when a test is cancelled or rescheduled. Where there are less than two complete working days (excluding weekends and public holidays) between the day you change or cancel your test and the date of your appointment, you will not pay a rescheduling fee but will need to pay a further test fee. This test fee is not refundable. You can apply for a refund of the first test fee paid. Where the test time is filled by another person, then the test fee will be refunded less a processing fee of $16.
Medical declaration
To ensure all drivers on our roads are medically fit to drive, the driver licence application form contains a medical declaration. Every applicant has to complete this declaration. If you have any of the conditions listed below, you may need to provide amedical certificate. The declaration asks you to declare these types of medical condition:
diabetes locomotive joint or limb problems strokes nervous or mental disorders high blood pressure seizures, fits, convulsions, epilepsy
serious injuries (for example, head or spinal injuries) visual disturbances (for example, cataracts, double vision, glaucoma) cerebral vascular accidents or disease cognitive impairment any other condition that may affect your ability to drive safely.
Organ donation
When you fill out your driver licence application form, you'll be asked the following question: Would you be willing to donate organs in the event of your death?' The NZTA can't produce a driver licence for you until you have ticked either Yes' or No'. By ticking the Yes' box and signing the form, you are indicating your wish to be identified as an organ and tissue donor and have the word DONOR' printed on your driver licence. (It's also put on your record on the driver licence database.) In the event of your death, your family may be asked for their agreement before organs or tissue are removed for donation. That's why it is very important to discuss your decision with your family. It's a good idea to think about organ donation before you go to the driver licensing agent. If you would like more information about organ and tissue donation, contact Organ Donation New Zealand on 0800 4 DONOR (0800 436 667) or visit their website at www.donor.co.nz.
Besides English, the computerised theory test is available in the following languages:
Arabic Chinese (simplified and traditional) Gujarati Hindi Korean Mori Punjabi Samoan Tongan.
For more information about these options, talk to a driver licensing agent when you book your test. There are also options for people with English language difficulties when taking the practical driving tests. Talk to a driver licensing agent or contact the NZTA's contact centre on 0800 822 422 for more information.
Note: If you are not complying with your licence conditions the police can now prevent you from continuing to drive until you are able to comply with the conditions of your licence. They may also direct you to drive straight home, take your keys, immobilise your vehicle, or have it moved to a place where it is not a traffic hazard.
L plates
If you're driving with a Class 1 or Class 6 learner licence, you must display L plates on your vehicle. L plates show other road users that you are a learner driver, so they will be more considerate of you on the road while you are learning to drive. They also
mean that police officers can make sure learner drivers are following the conditions of their licence. The L plate must have a black L on a yellow background and must be at least as large as the measurements shown on the diagram below.
L plate
If you're riding a motorcycle with a learner licence, your L plate must be displayed on the back of your motorcycle where it is clearly visible to other road users. L plates can be purchased from driver licensing agents, or you can make your own.
Learning to drive
Learning to drive is a big responsibility and it is important that you develop good driving skills so you will be a safe driver on our roads.
Before your first lesson, ask the instructor to show you proof that they hold a current driving instructor endorsement.
Your coach can use the Driving skills syllabus to help them teach when you're learning to drive.
What is a supervisor? When you drive on your learner licence, you must always drive with a supervisor. Your supervisor must:
hold a current and valid full New Zealand licence (which does not have a supervisor condition) for the same class of vehicle youre learning to drive have held their New Zealand full licence (or an equivalent overseas licence) for at least two years sit in the passenger seat next to you at all times when you are driving carry their driver licence with them.
visit a driver licensing agent: o present evidence of your identity o present evidence of your address o book a time to take the restricted licence practical driving test o pay for the restricted licence practical driving test and the restricted licence application o meet the eyesight requirements o present a medical certificate if required o provide a signature o have your photograph taken
OR
book your restricted licence practical driving test over the phone or internet. For information and instructions on how to book by phone or internet, see About the practical driving tests. If you choose this option, you must arrive at the test location 30 minutes before your test, or visit a driver licensing agent prior to your test, to complete the requirements listed above.
For more information about what the restricted licence practical driving test involves, see Booking practical driving tests via phone or internet.
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your spouse, or the person you live with as if you were married or with whom you are joined in a civil union children who live with you and are under the care of you or your spouse (that is, you or your spouse are their parent or guardian your parent or guardian relatives who live with you and who are on a social security benefit someone you look after as their primary caregiver.
There is a zero alcohol limit if you are under 20. That means if you drive after consuming even one drink you can be charged with drink driving. If you have an alcohol level of less than 150 micrograms per litre of breath and less than 30 milligrams per 100 millilitres of blood you could be fined and given 50 demerit points. If your alcohol level is higher, you could be disqualified from driving, given 50 demerit points and either fined or imprisoned. If you're 20 or older, the legal alcohol limit is 400 micrograms per litre of breath or 80 milligrams per 100 millilitres of blood. Breaching the restricted conditions of your driver licence could result in you receiving 35 demerit points and a fine of $100. If you breach any other conditions of your driver licence you could receive 25 demerit points and be subject to a fine of $400. See page 142 for more information on demerit points.
Note: you must have held your restricted licence for at least six months before completing this course. If you are 25 years of age or over, you can apply after you have held your restricted licence for:
at least six months, or at least three months if you have successfully completed an approved advanced driving skills course.
For information about approved courses in your area, contact the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre on 0800 822 422.
visit a driver licensing agent and: o present evidence of your identity o present evidence of your address o book a time to take the full licence practical driving test o pay for the full licence practical driving test and the full licence application o meet the eyesight requirements o present a medical certificate if required o provide a signature o have your photograph taken
OR
book your full licence practical driving test over the phone or internet. For information and instructions on how to book over the phone or internet, see About the practical driving tests. If you choose this option you must arrive at the test location 30 minutes before your test, or visit a driver licensing agent prior to your test, to complete the requirements listed above.
For more information about what the full licence practical driving test involves see The full licence practical driving test.
a dissolution of marriage or civil union order a change of name by statutory declaration, deed poll change of name or change of name certificate (issued by Births, Deaths and Marriages) other suitable evidence of name change (such as adoption papers).
Driver licensing agents For many driver licensing services you will need to visit an NZTA driver licensing agent. Driver licensing agents include selected branches of:
the New Zealand Automobile Association (AA) website: www.aa.co.nz Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ) website: www.vtnz.co.nz Vehicle Inspection New Zealand (VINZ) website: www.vinz.co.nz
Or you can look in your phone book for your local branch or phone the NZTA's contact centre on 0800 822 422.
Eyesight requirements
You need to prove that your eyesight meets the required standard each time you apply:
for a new licence class or endorsement to renew existing licence classes or endorsements.
Note: eyesight screening machines at driver licensing agents eliminate the need for many drivers to be tested by an optometrist or medical practitioner. Some drivers choose to provide a certificate instead of undertaking a screening check (see below for information). If you have sight in only one eye or have only one eye (monocular vision), you must present an eyesight certificate from a doctor or optometrist. If you dont pass the eyesight requirements, or provide an eyesight certificate prior to your test time, you will not be given a temporary licence even if you pass your driving test. You will need to complete the eyesight requirements before your new licence can be issued.
Medical certificates
You need to present a medical certificate if you:
are applying for or renewing a P, V, I or O endorsement or licence classes 2-5, and have not provided a medical certificate for those classes or endorsements in the last five years
have a medical condition that affects your ability to drive and your medical condition has worsened (or a new condition has been diagnosed) since your last medical certificate was presented are 75 years of age or over and are renewing your licence are renewing your licence for a period beyond your 75th birthday are requested to by the NZTA (regardless of when you last presented a medical certificate).
The cost of a medical certificate will vary from doctor to doctor. (You are responsible for meeting these costs.) Ask for an NZTA Medical certificate for driver licence (your doctor will have copies).
Before your driver licence expires, the NZTA will send you an Application for renewal of driver licence form. You'll also receive a brochure that will tell you everything you need to know to get your licence renewed. You'll need to book an appointment with your doctor to get a Medical certificate for driver licence. During your appointment, your doctor will discuss your present state of health with you and test your eyesight. They will recommend whether you are:
medically fit to drive medically fit to drive with conditions (such as correcting lenses, time-of-day restriction, distance restriction) medically fit to drive but referred for an on-road safety test to be referred to a specialist (such as an optometrist or occupational therapist driving assessor) for further assessment your doctor will advise you of the results not medically fit to drive.
If your doctor decides you are medically fit to drive, he or she will give you a Medical certificate for driver licence. You will then need to renew your licence at a driver licensing agent. For more information, phone the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre on 0800 822 422.
For more information, phone the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre on 0800 822 422.
International drivers
If you are visiting from another country or have recently arrived in New Zealand, and you have a current and valid driver licence, you can drive for a maximum of 12 months from the date you arrive in New Zealand. Each time you visit New Zealand, you may drive for a further 12-month period on a valid overseas driver licence, as long as you stay for no more than a year at a time. You must have your current and valid overseas driver licence or driver permit with you at all times when youre driving. If your overseas licence or driver
permit is not in English, you must also carry an accurate English translation issued by :
a translation service approved by the NZTA (phone the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre on 0800 822 422 for a list of approved translation services), or a diplomatic representative at a high commission, embassy or consulate, or the authority that issued your licence.
Note:if your driver licence is not in English, an international driving permit (IDP) - issued in accordance with a United Nations Convention on Road Traffic may be acceptable as a translation. If you don't have a current and valid overseas driver licence or IDP then you cannot drive in New Zealand. If you want to drive then you must apply for a New Zealand driver licence.
If you have a licence from a country not listed above you will need to pass the theory and the practical test. If you are converting a heavy vehicle licence, the requirements are different. More information about this can be found in The official New Zealand road code for heavy vehicle drivers, or by phoning the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre on 0800 822 422.
international driving permits (IDPs) are recommended for most countries. Check the AA website for an up-to-date list. Note that an IDP is not a driver licence; it is a translation of your driver licence and is only valid while the accompanying driver licence is current. Your IDP will be valid for a maximum of one year from the date of issue. You can apply for an IDP through the AA. Look in your phone book for your local branch or visit their website atwww.aa.co.nz.
For both tests you will drive with a driver testing officer, who will observe your driving and assess whether it is good enough to progress to the next level of driver licence. This section gives you more information about the restricted and full practical driving tests, which will help you be fully prepared when you sit them.
In addition, you can book an on-road safety test for older drivers by phone (but not via the internet). You need to book all other tests in person at a driver licensing agent. To book over the phone or internet, you will need:
your current driver licence a valid credit card to pay the fee.
You will need to arrive at your test location at least 30 minutes before your test, or visit a driver licensing agent prior to your test, to:
have your application form processed have your identification checked (bring your driver licence and evidence of your address).
Depending on the type of test you are having, they may also:
take your photograph collect your signature check your eyesight (unless you provide an eyesight certificate) check any other relevant certificates, such as a medical certificate or advanced driving skills certificate.
Some drivers choose to provide an eyesight certificate instead of having the eyesight check. If you dont pass the eyesight check, or provide an eyesight certificate prior to your test time, you will not be given a temporary licence even if you pass your test. You will need to complete the eyesight requirements before your new licence can be issued.
Booking by phone
To book by phone, call 0800 822 422. Your call will go to the NZTA's driver licensing contact centre, who will book a test for you in your local area. When you book, you'll be told all the details for your test. You will also be posted a confirmation slip. (However, you should note down the details of your test in case the confirmation slip doesn't arrive in time.) Your test booking is valid even if your confirmation slip hasnt arrived. If you miss your test, or if you are late, you will still be charged for the test, and youll have to rebook another test time and pay another fee. The phone booking service is available from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (except statutory holidays).
Make sure you read the information carefully. When you've booked online, a confirmation slip will be emailed to you. It's a good idea to print this out and keep it until your test. The online booking service is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
Note: if you don't comply with any of the points mentioned above, the testing officer won't be able to take you for your test, and you will need to rebook and pay another fee.
Important If you are on a learner licence, you need to be accompanied to the test site by a supervisor, as you are not legally allowed to drive alone.
You cannot have any other passengers (eg children or infants) in the car as they may distract you or the testing officer during the test. The testing officer may refuse to accept any person as a support person if the testing officer believes on reasonable grounds that:
his or her personal safety could be, or is, threatened or endangered, or the support person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs or is noisy or violent, or there is no suitable seating available in the rear of the vehicle presented for the test.
Note: if you dont comply with any of the points previously mentioned, the testing officer wont be able to take you for your test, and you will need to rebook and pay another test fee.
Before the test, the testing officer will run through some basic instructions for the test and ask you if you have any questions.
Observers
Before your restricted or full licence practical test, your testing officer may ask for your permission to have an observer accompany you on your test. You can decline the request, but remember that the observer would be there to observe the testing officer and not you.
The camera records the test and enables the testing officers performance to be audited. It also assists in investigating complaints where the test result is disputed. If you do not wish for your test to be recorded, please inform the testing officer.
When can I apply to sit the restricted licence practical driving test?
You can apply for a restricted licence when you have held your learner licence for at least six months. You should also:
have had lots of driving practice (we recommend that you have at least 120 hours of driving experience) be a skilled and confident driver.
How should I prepare for the restricted licence practical driving test?
Because of the dangers involved in gaining the experience necessary to pass the restricted licence test, it is strongly recommended that you get instruction from a skilled and experienced driver, and practise driving in a variety of situations and on different types of roads.
You should also make sure that you know all the road rules in the Road code and can apply them in everyday situations. You can find out more about the practical driving test by visiting our website at Changes to the driver licence tests.
When completing each task you will also be assessed on the following:
Observation. Signalling. Gap selection. Speed choice. Following distance. Lateral position. Parking movement. Turning movement.
During the test you could incur a critical error for following:
Driving too slow or too fast. Failing to look before performing a manoeuvre. Failing to signal. Mounting the kerb. Stalling the vehicle. Failing to come to a complete stop at a stop sign. Blocking a pedestrian crossing. Any other illegal action eg o Following too close o Failing to give way to pedestrians at a pedestrian crossing Driving over part of a roundabout.
When can I apply to sit the full licence practical driving test?
You can apply for a full driver licence after you've had your restricted driver licence for at least:
18 months if you're under 25 years old 12 months if you're under 25 years old and have successfully completed an approved advanced driving skills course (which must be undertaken not less than six months after receiving your restricted licence) six months if you're 25 or older three months if you're 25 or older and have successfully completed an approved advanced driving skills course.
How should I prepare for the full licence practical driving test?
Test applicants will be expected to be able to apply appropriate hazard and detection responses to all assessable tasks without explanation of what is required by the testing officer. You should practise describing hazards aloud until you can confidently and clearly describe the hazards you are looking at and what you are doing in response to them. It is a good idea to ask a friend or relative who is an experienced driver to help you practise. That person should sit in the front passenger seat and play the role of the testing officer while you drive. You will be asked to perform a number of tasks and to observe and remember the hazards you see as you perform each task. Some examples of hazards are:
other vehicles children playing on the footpath pedestrians animals not on a leash cyclists.
You will be marked on how well you performed the task, plus how well your descriptions of the hazards match those noted by the testing officer. All of the tasks will take place in busy, built-up areas. This means you will be driving in and around towns or suburban areas. You can find out more about the practical driving test by visiting our website at Changes to the driver licence tests.
This temporary licence is valid for 21 days and must be carried with you when you drive. Your full photo driver licence will be mailed to you. If you fail the test, the testing officer will return your restricted licence.
doubt about any aspect of your driving, it's a good idea to discuss it with an approved driving instructor. Each lesson in this syllabus breaks down a driving task into smaller parts and includes a checklist that your coach can tick when they have seen you performing each specific skill. The lessons start with easier driving skills and move on to more complex situations. Because each section builds on skills covered in the previous sections, it is best to do them in order. You can repeat each section until you feel you have mastered all the skills in it. It's a good idea to begin driving on roads without much traffic. Once you are used to driving and how the vehicle works, you can move to roads with more traffic.
Join Practice The free programme for learner drivers Once youve done the theory and passed the learner driver licence test, Practice will give you practical tools to help while youre behind the wheel. Practice is a fun, free driver-training programme designed for new drivers aged 1619, but all learner drivers are welcome to join. Practice is the official programme developed by the NZTA and ACC, and is based on:
helping learner drivers get the skills needed to become a great driver and increase their chances of obtaining their restricted licence first time helping their driving coach teach these skills.
When you join Practice, you and your driving coach will have access to a range of easy-to-follow, practical tools to help you master the skills you need to get your restricted licence. The Practice interactive website provides loads of demonstrations to make it easy to see how its done. Youll also be able to test your skills with simulated driving activities* similar to those used in the AAs Defensive Driving course.
To join Practice or find out more: visit www.practice.co.nz, or phone 0800 PRACTICE (0800 772 284).
Coaches can also access www.safeteendriver.co.nz, for resources on guiding teens through the entire licensing process.
* For 16-19 year olds with a learner licence
Demonstrate first
One of the best ways to teach a new skill is to demonstrate it first, explaining what you are doing at the same time. If it's a more involved skill, you may need to demonstrate it a few times. Give your new driver lots of encouragement when they try a new skill for the first time.
Encourage independence
As your new driver progresses, you should have less and less involvement. Your early coaching will be focused on teaching new skills, so naturally you'll be demonstrating and talking the new driver through these. However, as your driver progresses, encourage them to apply their skills in new situations without your help. At this stage, all you need to do is ask: How do you think that went?' or Could you have done that better?'.
Listen
If your new driver says they're not comfortable in a new situation, ask them why and allow them more time. New situations, such as heavy traffic, higher speed and wet weather, can be very challenging for new drivers.
What driving coaches must do Like any driving supervisor, driving coaches must:
hold a current and valid full New Zealand driver licence, and must have held this for more than two years sit in the front passenger seat when the learner driver is driving carry their driver licence at all times when supervising driving.
be prepared to commit to the time needed for the new driver to practise be a responsible, skilled and confident driver be an effective communicator, able to explain information and ideas clearly have the patience to instruct the new driver effectively be able to teach and build on previous lessons review, evaluate and assess the new driver's progress make sure the new driver carries their learner licence at all times while driving make sure L plates are displayed on the front and back of the vehicle the new driver will be driving.
Vehicle body
There should be no obvious damage to the vehicle body that could be considered dangerous. Small dents are acceptable. The tyre tread depth must be at least 1.5 millimetres. Wheels should be undamaged. Should work. If your vehicle has a high-mounted stop light, then that must also work. Should work on both high and low beams. Should work effectively. Should be in the correct position for you to see behind you when sitting in the driver's seat. Should work. Should work and shouldn't be frayed or damaged.
Must be current and displayed on the lower left-hand corner of the windscreen. Must be current and displayed on the top right-hand corner of the windscreen.
1 Vehicle controls
Aim
Situation
The vehicle should be parked somewhere safe and off the road, such as a driveway. The vehicle should have the handbrake/park brake on and be in neutral (manual) or park (automatic).
Identify the dashboard instrument lights and dials: o speedometer o tachometer or rev counter o fuel gauge o temperature gauge o warning lights Identify and operate the steering wheel controls: o steering wheel o windscreen wipers o indicators o headlights on full beam o headlights on dip o horn o cruise control Identify and operate the floor controls: o accelerator pedal o brake pedal o clutch pedal (manual) o gear lever o handbrake/park brake Identify and operate the console controls: o ignition o hazard warning light switch o heating controls o air conditioning controls o rear demister o airbag deactivator Identify and operate other controls: o Adjust the seat and headrests. o Adjust mirrors, both inside and outside the vehicle. o Identify blind spots. o Inspect safety belts for wear. o Adjust the safety belt (including height and tension, if appropriate). o Perform the tasks at least twice.
Other controls for identification could include the bonnet release, boot/tailgate release, fuel tank and fuel cover release.
Situation
The vehicle should be parked somewhere safe and off the road, such as a driveway. The vehicle should have the handbrake/park brake on and be in neutral (manual) or park (automatic).
When starting the engine: o Make sure the handbrake/park brake is on. o Make sure the gears are in neutral (manual) or park (automatic). o Press the clutch pedal with left foot (manual) and press the brake pedal with right foot. o Turn the ignition key on, then turn it further to start the engine. o Let the key go as soon as the engine starts. o Check all gauges and warning lights. When stopping the engine: o Push the clutch in (manual) and press the brake pedal. o Put handbrake/park brake on. o Put gears in neutral (manual) or park (automatic). o Check gauges and warning lights (only handbrake/park brake or park light should be on). o Turn the ignition key off and remove it from the ignition. o Perform the tasks at least twice.
Situation
The vehicle should be parked on a safe, flat roadway with at least 50 metres of uninterrupted straight roadway ahead. The engine should be running.
When moving off: o Disengage the clutch by pressing down on the clutch pedal and selecting first gear (manual) or place foot on the brake and select drive (automatic). Note: when driving automatic vehicles use the right foot for both the brake pedal and the accelerator. o Release the handbrake/park brake. o Slowly push down on the accelerator while slowly releasing the clutch pedal (manual) until the clutch reaches the friction point (the engine sound will change and drive is engaged) or remove foot from brake and slowly push down on the accelerator (automatic). o Hold the steering wheel with a light grip, with hands in the quarter to three position or slightly lower, and keep the vehicle moving in a straight line without much steering input. o Accelerate quickly but safely, without stalling or rolling back.
When stopping: o Slowly take right foot off the accelerator pedal. o Smoothly push the brake pedal with right foot. o Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal fully to the floor (manual). o Bring the vehicle to a smooth stop. o Put the vehicle into neutral (manual) or park (automatic). o Put the handbrake/park brake on and switch the engine off. o Perform the tasks at least twice.
Situation
The vehicle should be in a safe area, either on or off the road, with enough room to make 90-degree turns at low speed. Note: if on the road, then the driver will need to use indicators.
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Keep full control of the vehicle throughout the turns. Look ahead in the direction of the turn, not at the ground in front of the vehicle. Perform at least five consecutive left and five consecutive right 90-degree turns.
5 Changing gears
Aim
To select the appropriate gear and use the clutch and accelerator in a coordinated manner. To change gears smoothly (manual) while maintaining steering control and without looking at the gear lever. To use the automatic transmission to slow the vehicle down (automatic).
Situation
A. B. With the vehicle in a safe area with the engine off. With the vehicle running, on a road.
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To legally and safely reverse the vehicle in a straight line for 20 metres.
Situation
To legally and safely pull out from the kerb, with the vehicle under full control, at the first attempt.
Situation
On a flat road in a 50km/h zone. The vehicle should be stationary and parked legally and within 300mm of the left kerb, with at least 50 metres of straight road ahead. The engine should be started, but the handbrake/park brake should be on and the vehicle should be in neutral (manual) or park (automatic).
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8 Driving straight
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.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with intersecting roads and no traffic signals (traffic lights).
To legally and safely bring the vehicle to a stop next to the left kerb.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with legal and safe parking areas.
Situation
In a 5060km/h zone. On a two-way road with intersections to the left and right controlled by Stop and/or Give Way signs.
Situation
In a 5060km/h zone. On a two-way street with a roundabout.
To legally and safely turn left at an intersection with a Give Way sign.
Situation
In a 5060km/h zone. On a two-way road with a 90-degree turn at an intersection that has a Give Way sign.
Situation
In a 5060km/h zone On a two-way road with a 90-degree turn at an intersection that has a Stop sign.
To legally and safely turn left at an intersection with traffic signals (traffic lights).
Situation
In a 5060km/h zone. On a two-way road with a 90-degree turn at an intersection that has traffic signals.
To legally and safely turn right from a road (turning right across traffic).
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with intersections to the left and right.
To legally and safely turn right at an intersection with a Give Way sign.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with a Give Way sign and with intersections to the left and right.
To legally and safely turn right at an intersection with traffic signals (traffic lights).
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with traffic signals and with intersections to the left and right.
18 Three-point turn
Aim
To legally and safely complete a three-point turn without touching the kerb or using driveways.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with a light traffic flow, where there is 50 metres of visibility ahead and behind, and no parked vehicles in the way. The road should be wide enough to complete the manoeuvre but narrower than the turning circle of the vehicle.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road with driveways, with light traffic flow, where there is 50 metres of visibility ahead and behind, and no parked vehicles in the way.
To legally and safely reverse parallel park between two stationary vehicles.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone. On a two-way road where there is 50 metres of visibility ahead and behind, and with a suitable place to park between two vehicles.
Note: the first time you practise this, it's a good idea to try the steps without parking between other vehicles or by using cones (if available).
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To legally and safely drive at higher speeds, while staying in a safe position on the road and keeping within the posted speed limit.
Situation
In a 70100km/h zone. On a two-way road with a marked centre line.
To legally and safely drive at higher speeds on multi-lane roads, while staying in a safe position on the road and keeping within the posted speed limit.
Situation
In a 70100km/h zone. On a multi-laned, two-way road.
To legally and safely drive at higher speeds through a left or right curve (bend in the road), while maintaining safe positioning and speed (keeping within the posted speed limit).
Situation
In a 70100km/h zone. On a two-way road with a left or right curve that requires the driver to adjust their speed.
To legally and safely merge onto a motorway or highway, via a merge lane or from the kerb.
Situation
In a 70100km/h zone. Either: A. parked on the side of the road on a two-way highway, or B. in a merge lane for a multi-laned motorway.
B.
25 Incline start
Aim
To legally and safely bring the vehicle to a stop on an incline. To start the vehicle on an incline and move off without rolling backwards or stalling the engine.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone, on a road with a moderate incline, where there is 50 metres of visibility ahead and behind.
When stopping: o Locate a safe parking space and check appropriate mirrors. o Smoothly slow down the vehicle. o Position the vehicle appropriately to move towards the kerb. o Indicate left for at least three seconds and check over left shoulder for hazards. o Stop the vehicle in a legal and safe position, parallel and close to the kerb (within 300mm). o Disengage the clutch and select neutral (manual) or park (automatic) while pushing down the brake pedal. o Hold the brake pedal down while putting the handbrake/park brake on. When moving off: o Put the vehicle in first gear (manual) or drive (automatic). o Search ahead and behind for hazards, checking in mirrors and over right shoulder. o Indicate right for at least three seconds before moving. o Push down on the accelerator, giving a little more power than usual, and hold it in this position. o Allow the clutch pedal to come up slowly and smoothly until the sound of the engine changes. o Slowly release the handbrake/park brake. o Check in mirrors again and look over right shoulder to check the blind spot. o Move off smoothly, accelerating to an appropriate speed. o Perform the tasks at least three times.
26 Angle parking
Aim
Situation
To angle park: o Identify an appropriate space to park in. o Position the vehicle before the parking space. o Search all around for hazards, using mirrors and a head check. o Indicate for at least three seconds before turning. o When safe to go, move forward slowly and then turn into the parking space. o Position the vehicle in the centre of the parking space. o Move to the front of the parking space and stop. To exit angle park: o Check mirrors and blind spots for traffic and pedestrians in all directions. o Release handbrake/park brake. o Gently and smoothly reverse the vehicle, keeping speed slow so the front of the vehicle can swing out without hitting other parked vehicles alongside, until the vehicle is completely out of the parking space. o Stop and check all around for hazards, using mirrors and a head check. o Select appropriate gear and drive forward smoothly. o Perform the tasks at least three times.
To legally and safely drive across a pedestrian crossing, and stop if required.
Situation
To legally and safely approach and cross different kinds of railway level crossings.
Situation
On a road with a railway level crossing that is: A. controlled by a Stop sign or a Give Way sign B. controlled by barrier arms or signals C. uncontrolled (does not have barrier arms, signals or a Stop or Give Way sign).
B.
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To safely and legally drive in conditions of poor visibility, including at night and in adverse weather driving conditions.
Situation
In a 50km/h zone with the following conditions, where available: A. at night B. in rain C. in fog D. in sunstrike/glare.
Aim
To continually scan for hazards while driving. To recognise and be aware of various driving hazards. To react appropriately to those hazards by adjusting driving behaviour (such as changing speed or direction).
Situation
A. Parked on the side of the road in a place where various kinds of driving hazards can be seen. The coach should tick the hazards they see and ask the driver to point out any hazards they can see. The coach should then point out any hazards that were not recognised by the driver.
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In an area with a range of different road types with a full range of speed limits and potential hazards, including one-way streets, right and left turns, roundabouts, traffic signals, motorways and city driving, lane changing, narrow roads, hills, railway level crossings, schools and shopping areas. While driving, the driver should describe aloud the hazards they see and say what they are doing to react to it. For example: o Coming up to a bend. Slowing down, keeping left.' o Coming up to an intersection with a Stop sign. After stopping, I'm checking. It's all clear.' This lesson should be repeated in different kinds of weather conditions and at night.
(Other hazards can include animals, intersections, curves, bends, obstacles - for example, rocks or tree branches on the road - weather and changing road surfaces.)
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o Correctly identify various kinds of hazards. When reacting to hazards: o Scan continually for hazards in front (12 seconds ahead), behind and to the sides (including blind spots). o Correctly identify various kinds of hazards. o React appropriately to various kinds of hazards. o Repeat the tasks at least three times.
Driving log
Use this table to record the number of hours you spend driving. Fill it out every time you drive. As well as including training sessions with your coach and any formal driving lessons you have with a driving instructor, you should also include any time you spend driving with a supervisor. When you complete a column, add it up. When you complete the table, add up all the columns. You should aim to get at least 120 hours of supervised driving practice before you apply to sit your restricted licence practical driving test.
Driving log
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Safe teen driver information Getting a restricted licence is just the start of an ongoing journey to becoming a safe and experienced driver. The goal for drivers with a restricted licence is to gain experience driving alone. But its vital parents and a coaches dont bail out just yet a new drivers first 612 12 months of driving alone are the most risky, especially for teenaged drivers. Even though parents or coaches may not always be in the car with a restricted driver, they can still stay involved in i their safety by:
helping the learner to identify the risks they might face working with them to manage those risks safely driving with them when they first encounter the risks.
The Safe Teen Driver website provides parents and coaches with tools to stay actively involved in their teens driving throughout the restricted phase. The tools enable parents/coaches and teens to talk together about risks and how to manage them.
Visit www.safeteendriver.co.nz for more information.
General questions
Core questions (C) Parking questions (P) Emergency questions (E) Signs and markings questions (S) Road position questions (RP) Behaviour questions (B) Intersection questions (I)
Specialist questions
___________ second/s C4 Which of your vehicle's lights do you have on if you are driving in fog? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C5 What is the least distance of clear road you MUST have in front of you when you have finished passing another vehicle? ___________ metre/s C6 If anybody is hurt in a crash, the driver must tell a police officer as soon as possible but within: ___________ hour/s C7 To help you from being blinded by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, what should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C8 (Question withdrawn)
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C9 You must check that there is space for your vehicle on the other side of the line before going over a railway level crossing. True or False? ___________
C10 What must you do when you hear a siren or see red flashing lights from an ambulance or fire engine? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C11 You are waiting at a railway level crossing and the red lights continue to flash after the train has passed. What should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C12 For the purpose of applying the give way rule, how should entrance ways into public car parks be treated? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C13 What rule should you use to judge a safe following distance in wet or frosty conditions if driving a car? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C14 What is the purpose of the two-second rule?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C15 When coming to a pedestrian crossing without a raised traffic island, what must you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C16 When coming to a pedestrian crossing with a rasied traffic island in the middle, what must you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C17 When must you turn your vehicle headlights on?
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C18 When driving at night on a road with lanes, you must be able to stop in half the length of clear road you can see in front of you. True or False? ___________ C19 When should you apply the four-second rule?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C20 What should you do when you come up to a one-lane bridge?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C21 When are you allowed to pass another vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C22 What does the legal definition of a road include?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C23 A police officer can impound your car on the spot if you are caught driving while disqualified. True or False? ___________ C24 At an intersection what does a police officer's directions overrule? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C25 You are turning right at traffic signals showing a red arrow pointing to the right. What should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C26 What does one or more yellow lights flashing at traffic signals mean? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
C27 At night, when MUST you always dip the headlights on your vehicle? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C28 What is the speed limit for vehicles passing a school bus that has stopped to let children on or off? ___________ km/h C29 What must you do if you want to turn right at traffic signals where a green light is showing? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C30 What is the speed limit from the time you pass an Accident sign until you are past the crash site? ___________ km/h C31 When coming up to a roundabout you must give way to all vehicles that will cross your path from your left. True or False? ___________ C32 When driving at night, which vehicle lights should you turn on?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C33 As the holder of any class of driver licence you must carry your licence with you at all times when driving. True or False? ___________ C34 When may you pass on the left at an intersection, if you can do so safely? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C35 What does the speed limit mean?
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C36 (Question withdrawn) _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C37 If you are turning left at an intersection, you must give way to all vehicles coming towards you that are turning right. True or False? ___________ C38 If you are going straight through a roundabout, don't signal as you come up to the roundabout, only signal left as you pass the exit before the one you wish to take. True or False? ___________ C39 If you are under 20 the legal alcohol limit is zero. What does this mean? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C40 When may you use the horn on your vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C41 When does a police officer have the power to arrest you?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C42 What must you do when you see blue and red flashing lights behind you? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C43 Who may legally require you to give a blood sample?
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C44 What must you do when red lights are flashing at a railway level crossing? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ C45 When must you signal that you are turning to the right?
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ P3 When parking downhill on a steep road, what does the 'Road code' suggest that you should do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ P4 When may you park your vehicle over a fire hydrant?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ P5 How close can you park your vehicle to the approach side of a pedestrian crossing where no broken yellow lines have been marked? ___________ metre/s P6 How close can you park your vehicle to an intersection where there are no broken yellow lines have been marked? ___________ metre/s P7 What does this sign mean?
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ P10 You can stop or park your vehicle over a fire hydrant (fire plug) if someone stays with the vehicle who can move it. True or False? ___________ P11 What should you do when parking your vehicle next to the kerb when facing down a steep hill? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ P12 You must NOT park on the right-hand side of the road. What is the exception to this rule? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E5 When should you use the hazard lights on your vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E6 What should you do if you are driving and become sleepy?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E7 When must you pull over and allow an ambulance or fire engine to pass? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E8 What does a reflectorised triangle placed on the side of the road mean? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
E9 You are driving past a line of parked cars. You notice a ball bouncing out into the road ahead. What should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E10 What must you do if glass falls on to the road from your vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E11 What should you do if an ambulance comes up behind you, flashing red lights or sounding its siren? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
___________ S3 This sign means the speed for safe and comfortable driving around the curve is 35km/h. True or False?
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S4 You are in the left-hand lane at traffic signals. You are waiting to turn left. At which of these traffic signals may you move on?
___________ S5 When passing a bus displaying a School sign that has stopped to let children on or off, what should your speed be? ___________ km/h S6 A broken yellow line painted close to the edge of the road means you may stop or park your vehicle there at any time. True or False? ___________ S7 When coming up to a one-lane bridge, what does this sign indicate?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S8 You are coming up to a school patrol crossing and both signs are held out. When can you drive on? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
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S13 This sign tells you that you are coming up to a railway level crossing. What should you do?
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S21 What must you do at an intersection controlled by a Give Way sign? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S22 What does a blue reflector (cat's eye) placed on the road mean?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S23 What is the meaning of a yellow broken line painted on the road near the kerb? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S24 You may use a right turn bay to overtake a vehicle travelling straight ahead. True or False? ___________ S25 When can flush medians be used?
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S27 What colour is the line painted on a sealed road at a Give Way sign? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S28 What does a white diamond painted on the road mean?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S30 You are driving on a road with marked lanes and you are in the lane with an arrow showing a left turn only. What must you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S31 What does a white reflector (cat's eye) placed on the road mean?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S32 What does a yellow reflector (cat's eye) placed on the road mean? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S33 What does it mean if yellow traffic signals are flashing?
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S34 You are coming up to a one-lane bridge and you see this sign. What must you do?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S35 For what purpose can a vehicle use the flush median strip?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S36 What must you do when you come up to a red light showing at traffic signals? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S37 What must you do when you see two red lights flashing outside a fire station? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ S38 What does this sign mean?
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S39 What may you do at traffic signals if there is a green arrow pointing to the right and a red light showing at the same time? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ RP5 What must you do when turning left into a driveway?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ RP6 You wish to make a right turn on a narrow country road. There is a vehicle coming towards you and traffic behind you. What is the safest option? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B3 If you have to drive at a slow speed that may hold up other vehicles, what should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B4 What are you NOT allowed to do when driving on a motorway?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B5 When a flock of sheep are coming towards you on a country road, what should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B6 What is the recommended distance you should allow when driving past a cyclist? ___________ metre/s B7 When following a vehicle on a dusty metal (gravel) road, what should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B8 When driving in foggy weather, what should you do?
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B9 You are driving downhill on a steep, narrow road and a vehicle is coming up the hill. What should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B10 You don't have to do anything if your doctor gives you medication as medicine does not affect your driving. True or False? ___________ B11 When MUST you dip the headlights on your vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B12 When traffic is merging, what is a good rule to follow?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B13 What is the safest way to carry goods inside a vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B14 When must you NOT open the door of your motor vehicle?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B15 If you miss your exit on a motorway, what should you do?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B16 If you are driving and you want to use a cellphone, what should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B17 What should you do if the vehicle behind you wishes to pass?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B18 Alcohol slows down your reactions while driving. True or False?
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B19 In addition to checking it is safe to move out from the kerb into the traffic flow, what must you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B20 Before making a lane change to your left, you must signal for at least 3 seconds. What else must you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B21 What should you do when another vehicle is following you very closely? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B22 You wish to move your vehicle out of a parking space into the traffic flow. What must you do before you move? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B23 When driving into bright sunlight, you should use sunglasses and your vehicle sun visors for safety. What else are you advised to do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B24 How can small amounts of alcohol affect your driving?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B25 What should you do if the vehicle behind you starts to pass you?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B26 You see a pedestrian carrying a white cane crossing the road. What should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
B27
You wish to turn left at the intersection. What should you do?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B28 You look in the mirror and see a cyclist. What should you do when opening the car door? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B29 What is the best way to check for hazards before reversing your vehicle? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B30 You are the driver of the blue car. Of the four hazards marked, which one is most likely to require you to take urgent action?
B31 You are the driver of the blue car. Of the four hazards marked, which one is most likely to require you to take urgent action?
B32 You are the driver of the blue car. Of the four hazards marked, which one is most likely to require you to take urgent action?
B33 You are the driver of the blue car. Of the four hazards marked, which one is most likely to require you to take urgent action?
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B35 What should you do when following another vehicle in wet conditions? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B36 What should you do when there are farm animals coming towards you on the road? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B37 What should you do when you are coming up to traffic signals and the signals change from green to yellow? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ B38 You should check that there is space for your vehicle on the other side of the crossing before going over a railway level crossing. True or False? ___________ B39 Are you allowed to drive a vehicle with a load that is not tied on properly? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 5 Which person can legally stop and do a roadside check of your vehicle? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 6 If your vehicle was first registered less than six years ago, when does it require a warrant of fitness inspection? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 7 Where should the warrant of fitness label for your car should be displayed? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 8 What is the maximum distance a load may extend in front of a car?
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9 Which parts of the car must be in good condition to prevent too much noise and gases entering the car? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 10 At night, what must a towed vehicle have at the back of it?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 11 You can be fined if your vehicle is on a road and not up to warrant of fitness standard. True or False? ___________ 12 What is the minimum tread depth required for car tyres?
___________ millmetres 13 If you tow another vehicle, what is the maximum distance allowed between the 2 vehicles? ___________ metres/s 14 What must be displayed on the back of a trailer being towed at night? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 15 What should you do before any modification is carried out on your vehicle? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 16 You can drive a moped on a car licence. True or False?
___________ 17 What is the maximum legal speed limit for a car towing a trailer on the open road? ___________ km/h
18 To tow a trailer on a car licence the weight of your vehicle plus the weight of the trailer must not exceed what weight? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 19 You have a restricted licence. A condition for driving at night without a supervisor is that you MUST NOT drive between what hours? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 20 If you have had a flat tyre and have fitted a space saver wheel what must you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 21 What is the maximum speed you may drive If you have a space saver wheel fitted? ___________ km/h 22 If you have a restricted licence when can you carry passengers?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 23 If you have a learner licence can you carry passengers?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 24 When you have a learner licence you must always drive with a supervisor. What is a supervisor? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 25 When you have a learner licence do you have to have it with you when you drive? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 26 Who is responsible for making a child under 15 years use a safety belt or a safety seat in a vehicle? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 28 What will happen if you have a rear tyre blowout?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 29 The bonnet of your vehicle lifts up while you are driving and you cannot see. What should you do? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 30 What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a motorway?
_______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________ 31 Passengers in your vehicle are 15 years or over. Who is responsible for making sure they wear a safety belt? _______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________