FREE NZ Car Driving Parking Questions and Answers
What does this sign mean?
This sign marks the end of a no-stopping zone, or clearway.
What does this sign mean?
The number on the sign indicates how long you can park there in minutes, and the arrow indicates the direction you can park in.
Can you stop on a bus stop in a private motor vehicle?
Only buses can stop in a bus stop. You may be fined if you stop in a bus stop.
How close can you park your vehicle to an intersection where no broken yellow lines have been marked?
Six metres or more is the distance you should park from an intersection unless there are parking bays marked.
When parking downhill on a steep road, what does the Road Code suggest that you should do? Select all that apply.
Please select 3 correct answers
The road code says you should turn your wheels towards the kerb and leave it in reverse or park. If the park brake fails then the car will run forwards only slightly before hitting the kerb, where it will hopefully stop. You should have your handbrake on while parked as well, although the Road Code doesn't specifically say this.
When can you park on the right hand side of the road?
The side of the road you are on is based on which direction you are facing in relation to which lane you are in. You must never park on the right so that you are facing traffic.
What does this sign mean?
You must not stop for the distance shown under the sign.
You are driving the orange car. There are no other cars around. Do you have to indicate to pull into this angled parking space?
Can you stop or park your vehicle over a fire hydrant if someone stays with the vehicle who can move it?
You can park there as long as someone who can move the vehicle stays with it.
How close can you park your vehicle to the approach side of a pedestrian crossing where no broken yellow lines have been marked?
You must park six metres or more away from the approach side of a crossing if there are no broken yellow lines.
What does this sign mean?
You must not stop here between the times shown on the sign. If you do, your car may be towed away. You will have to pay a tow fee to get your car back.