Parking and Stopping Rules Flashcards
7 cards from real New Zealand Car Driving Test practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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Can you park in front of a private driveway if you will only be 5 minutes?
Answer: No, you must never block a driveway
You must not park in front of a driveway regardless of how short the time, as it blocks access.
Where is angle parking typically indicated?
Answer: By road markings or signs showing the angle
Angle parking spaces are shown by painted lines on the road surface or by signs indicating the permitted angle.
You stop to let out a passenger on a clearway. Is this allowed?
Answer: No, stopping for any reason is prohibited on a clearway
A clearway prohibits all stopping, including to pick up or drop off passengers.
When parallel parking, you should position your car no more than how far from the kerb?
Answer: 600 mm
Your vehicle must be within 600 mm of the kerb when parallel parked.
Is it legal to park within 1 metre of another vehicle's bumper when parallel parking in New Zealand?
Answer: Yes, there is no minimum gap required
New Zealand road rules do not specify a minimum gap between parked vehicles, but you must not block them in.
What must you do if you want to park where a 'P60' sign is displayed?
Answer: Park for no longer than 60 minutes
A 'P60' sign means parking is limited to 60 minutes in that zone.
A school bus has stopped ahead with its lights flashing. What must you do?
Answer: Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing
You must stop and wait when a school bus has its hazard or warning lights flashing, as children may be crossing.