Driving Tests
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Core Exam
The Core section forms the foundation of your driving knowledge. It covers essential topics every driver in New Zealand must understand, including general road rules, give way priorities, following distances, overtaking procedures, and lane discipline. Mastering these rules is critical for both learner and restricted licence holders, as they directly impact your safety and confidence on the road. This category prepares you for the theory test by reinforcing vital concepts drawn directly from the NZ Road Code.
Behaviour Exam
This category focuses on driver behaviour and responsible decision-making in everyday traffic situations. You’ll learn about courteous driving, sharing the road with cyclists and pedestrians, handling aggressive drivers, and making safe choices during poor weather or low visibility. Understanding behavioural rules helps reduce road rage, prevent accidents, and improve overall safety for everyone. It’s especially useful for restricted and full licence candidates aiming to demonstrate advanced driving awareness.
Parking Exam
Knowing where and how to park legally is an important part of being a responsible driver. The Parking category teaches you about parking restrictions, no-parking zones, loading areas, time-limited spaces, and special rules for urban and rural environments. You’ll also understand parallel parking, angle parking, and appropriate use of hazard lights. Avoid fines and learn how to park safely in any situation.
Emergencies Exam
Emergencies can happen when you least expect them. This category prepares you to respond calmly and correctly to a range of situations, such as brake failure, tyre blowouts, engine problems, or skidding on wet roads. You’ll also learn how to act when you witness or are involved in an accident, how to safely give way to emergency vehicles, and how to protect yourself and others until help arrives. Being ready for emergencies can save lives.
Road Position Exam
Correct road positioning is crucial for avoiding collisions and navigating complex road layouts. This section helps you understand how to correctly position your vehicle while driving in lanes, overtaking, turning at intersections, using roundabouts, and driving on narrow or unmarked roads. It also covers blind spots and mirror checks. Practicing proper road placement builds confidence and is essential for the restricted and full licence driving tests.
Intersection Exam
Intersections are high-risk areas where many crashes occur. This category explains how to handle various intersection types, including T-junctions, crossroads, roundabouts, and traffic light-controlled intersections. You’ll learn about the right-of-way rules, how to respond to traffic signals, stop and give way signs, and how to navigate merging lanes safely. Understanding intersection rules is key to passing your test and staying safe on the road.
Theory Exam
This section covers the legal and technical aspects of driving in New Zealand. It includes important topics like warrants of fitness (WoF), vehicle registration, driver responsibilities, load limits, towing regulations, and carrying passengers. These questions often appear in the theory test and ensure you’re legally prepared to operate a vehicle on public roads. This category is especially important for people transitioning from a learner to a full licence.