Good
planning is the key to a successful trip.
Review
maps and other visitor information before
leaving the rental car area or other
location. Reading a map while driving is
dangerous and can indicate you are
unfamiliar with the area. Always ask for
directions before leaving the rental
counter.
Familiarize
yourself with the vehicle's safety
equipment, including hazard lights,
windshield wipers, the spare tire, seat
belts and door locks. Always be alert to
your surroundings and know how to reach your
destination prior to your departure.
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What
side of the road do I drive?
On
New Zealand Roads you must
KEEP
LEFT
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Give
way "yield to all trafic crossing
or
approaching from your right
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Below is a selection of the
more common road signs that will be encountered on
New Zealand roads.
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Stop
completely then give way to all traffic
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Maximum
open road speed limit 100km/h
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Slow
down / yield - be ready to stop and give
way to all traffic
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Temporary
Hazard warning sign |
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Permanent
Hazard warning sign |
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Limited
Speed Zone - 50km/h in adverse conditions
otherwise 100km/h
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Maximum
speed limit for urban areas
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Maximum
open road speed limit 100km/h
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One
Lane Bridge Give Way, traffic moving in
the direction of the red arrow must give
way.
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