Parking and Stopping Rules Flashcards
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What is the maximum distance you may park from the left-hand kerb in New Zealand?
Answer: 600 mm
You must park with your left wheels no more than 600 mm from the kerb.
You want to park facing opposite to the traffic flow on a one-way street. Is this allowed?
Answer: Yes, on a one-way street you may face either direction
On a one-way street, you may park facing either direction of travel.
How far from a bus stop must you not park?
Answer: 15 metres
You must not park within 15 metres of a bus stop in New Zealand.
You are parked legally and a 'No Parking' sign is later installed nearby. What should you do?
Answer: Move immediately once the sign takes effect
Once a no-parking restriction is in force, you must comply regardless of when you parked.
What must you do before leaving your parked vehicle on a hill with no kerb?
Answer: Turn wheels away from the road edge and apply the handbrake
With no kerb, turn wheels away from the road edge so the car rolls away from traffic if it moves.
Which of these is a 'stopped' rather than a 'parked' situation?
Answer: Waiting in the car while your passenger posts a letter
Stopping means remaining with the vehicle; parking means leaving the vehicle unattended.
What colour are kerb markings that indicate a loading zone?
Answer: White
White kerb markings indicate a loading zone in New Zealand.