FREE NZ Car Driving Signs Questions and Answers
What colour are warning signs?
Warning signs advise of a potential hazard up ahead such as road works, pedestrians, crossing ducks, a sharp corner, a school bus route or a land slip. Blue signs are either parking signs (e.g. 120-min limit), compulsory signs (keep left of the traffic island) or information signs (rest area ahead); dark green or brown signs are information signs (e.g. signs advising directions or tourist attractions); red and white signs are compulsory signs (e.g. speed limits)
What does this sign mean?
This sign warns you of an uneven road ahead. It might have multiple severe bumps and general uneven surfaces that could throw your vehicle off its line, so slow down. Vehicles with low suspension could be at risk of scraping the road surface.
What does this sign mean?
This sign warns you to beware of light rail crossing ahead. Always remember to look out for them at junctions and look for rails, signs and signals.
What does this sign mean?
This is a feeder lane joining another lane. In this case, merge like a zip when traffic is heavy (alternate vehicles take turns to go). When a feeder lane joins an existing lane, it's important to indicate.
What does this sign mean?
This sign indicates that two-way traffic is ahead, i.e. one lane in either direction separated only by a line.
What does this sign mean?
This is a no parking symbol.
What does this sign mean?
This sign warns you to watch for cattle that might be in the road or crossing in the road.
What does this sign mean?
This sign indicates a railway level crossing is ahead. Look for trains approaching and be ready to stop.
What does this sign mean?
This sign indicates that you should watch for children crossing the street.
What does this sign mean?
This is a speed limit sign for vehicles that are allowed up to 100kph. This would exclude those towing a trailer, and vehicles over a certain mass or of a certain type.
What does this sign mean?
It marks a pedestrian zone where motor vehicles are prohibited