New Zealand Car Driving Test Vehicle Lights and Signals 2

Question 1

In New Zealand, when are you permitted to use high-beam headlights?

Accepted Answer

When driving at night on unlit roads where you will not dazzle other road users

Answer

Only on motorways during night driving

Answer

Whenever visibility drops below 100 metres

Answer

At any time as long as you dip them when asked

Question 2

What color are a vehicle's reversing lights required to be in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

White

Answer

Amber

Answer

Red

Answer

Yellow

Question 3

If your vehicle's indicators fail, what is the approved alternative signalling method in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Using hand signals through the window

Answer

Sounding the horn before each turn

Answer

Turning on your hazard lights before every turn

Answer

Flashing your headlights to indicate direction

Question 4

What does a flashing amber traffic light signal mean to a driver in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Proceed with caution, giving way to pedestrians and other vehicles

Answer

Stop and wait for a green light

Answer

Proceed at full speed — the intersection is clear

Answer

Treat the intersection as a give-way sign

Question 5

When broken down on the road, which combination of safety signals should you use?

Accepted Answer

Hazard lights and a warning triangle placed behind the vehicle

Answer

High beams and horn only

Answer

Indicators only until help arrives

Answer

Park lights only to conserve the battery

Question 6

On a motorway, how far in advance should you signal before changing lanes?

Accepted Answer

At least 5 seconds

Answer

At least 1 second

Answer

At least 3 seconds

Answer

At least 10 seconds

Question 7

Which lights must you have on when parked on a road at night outside of an illuminated area?

Accepted Answer

Park lights or sidelights so the vehicle is visible

Answer

High-beam headlights

Answer

No lights are required if you are off the roadway

Answer

Hazard lights must remain on all night