New Zealand Car Driving Test Speed and Alcohol Limits 2

Question 1

What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers aged 20 and over in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

50mg per 100ml of blood

Answer

Drivers aged 20 and over must not exceed 50mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood.

Question 2

What is the breath alcohol limit for drivers aged 20 and over in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

250 micrograms per litre of breath

Answer

The breath alcohol limit for drivers aged 20 and over is 250 micrograms per litre of breath.

Question 3

A driver under 20 years old is stopped by police. What is their legal alcohol limit?

Accepted Answer

Zero tolerance — no alcohol allowed

Answer

Drivers under 20 have a zero alcohol limit — they must not consume any alcohol before driving.

Question 4

What is the default speed limit in a built-up area in New Zealand when no signs are posted?

Accepted Answer

50 km/h

Answer

The default urban speed limit in New Zealand is 50 km/h unless otherwise signed.

Question 5

What is the open road default speed limit in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

100 km/h

Answer

The default open road speed limit in New Zealand is 100 km/h.

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