New Zealand Car Driving Test Lane Usage and Positioning 2

Question 1

When driving on a two-lane road in New Zealand and you want to overtake, which lane do you use?

Accepted Answer

The right lane

Answer

In New Zealand you overtake on the right, moving into the right lane briefly then returning to the left.

Question 2

On a multi-lane road, which lane should you normally travel in when not overtaking?

Accepted Answer

The left lane

Answer

Keep left is the default rule in New Zealand — use the left lane except when overtaking or turning right.

Question 3

You are approaching a roundabout and intend to turn right. Which lane should you be in before entering?

Accepted Answer

Right lane

Answer

To turn right at a roundabout you should approach and enter from the right lane.

Question 4

What does a solid white line between lanes on a New Zealand road mean?

Accepted Answer

Lane changing is not permitted across that line

Answer

A solid white lane line prohibits lane changes across it.

Question 5

When is it legal to travel in a lane marked with a yellow 'T' on a yellow background in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Only during the hours shown on the sign

Answer

Transit (T2/T3) lanes may be used by all traffic outside the hours shown on the sign.

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