FREE New Zealand Car Driving Test Lane Usage and Positioning Questions and Answers Flashcards
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What does a white dashed line between lanes on a New Zealand road indicate?
Answer: You may cross it to change lanes when safe
A white dashed line separates lanes travelling in the same direction and may be crossed when it is safe to change lanes.
You need to exit a motorway on the left but you are in the right lane. When should you begin moving to the left lane?
Answer: Well before your exit, signalling and changing lanes one at a time
You should plan ahead and move into the left lane well before your exit, changing one lane at a time with proper signals.
In New Zealand, when are you allowed to drive in a lane marked with a diamond symbol?
Answer: Only during the times and conditions specified on the sign for that lane
Diamond-marked lanes such as transit lanes or bus lanes have specific operating hours displayed on signs, and you may only use them outside those times or if you meet the criteria.
While driving in the left lane, you notice a cycle lane marked on the road to your left. When may you enter the cycle lane?
Answer: Only when turning left and for no more than 50 metres before your turn
You may only enter a cycle lane to turn left, and you must do so within 50 metres of your turn while giving way to cyclists.
On a two-lane road with no centre line, where should you position your vehicle?
Answer: As close to the left side of the road as practical
On roads without a centre line, you must keep as close to the left side as practical to allow safe passage for oncoming traffic.
You are driving in the right lane to overtake a slower vehicle on a motorway. After passing, what must you do?
Answer: Return to the left lane as soon as it is safe to do so
After overtaking, you must move back to the left lane as soon as it is safe, as the right lane is for overtaking only.