• Tips for driving in New ZealandMotorists drive on the left-hand side of the road
  • It's compulsory for every occupant of the vehicle to wear a seat belt
  • Pedestrians and cyclists are not permitted on motorways
  • It's illegal to park your car facing oncoming traffic
  • It's illegal to hitchhike on motorways
  • Vehicles must not stop on motorways unless in the case of emergency
  • If you are involved in a crash you must stop and help. If someone is injured this must be reported to the police within 24 hours
  • Minimum age for rental car driving is 21 years
  • New Zealand speed limits are in kilometres per hour, not miles

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