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Road code

About signs

In this section you’ll be introduced to the main types of road and vehicle-mounted signs you will see on New Zealand roads.

About driving

This section introduces you to the key driving skills, road rules and behaviour that you need to learn to be a safe and competent driver.

About limits

This section introduces you to limits that you need to know about when driving: speed limits, alcohol limits and your own limits – how to avoid driver fatigue.

About driver responsibility

Becoming a driver brings with it many responsibilities, which are explained in this section.

About your vehicle

Traffic and travel information
Driver licences
Vehicles
Roads and rail
Commercial driving
Safety
Walking, cycling and public transport
Planning and investment