NZ Road Rules -
Christchurch Car Rental

Speed Limits

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50km is the maximum speed limit for urban/city areas.  
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(LSZ) A limited speed zone means you must drive 50km in adverse conditions,
otherwise the 100km limit applies.
 
christchurchcarhire-100 100km is the maximum speed on the open road.  
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An Open Road sign indicates a 100km speed limit.  

 
Traffic Signals

Red light
You must stop.
You cannot turn left when there is a red light at an intersection.  
Green arrow, red light
Here you may turn right, but may not turn
left or go straight ahead.

Yellow light
Stop unless you are too close to the lights to do so safely

Yellow arrow, yellow light
Whether you are turning or going straight
ahead you must stop if you can do so safely.
Green light
Go, but give way (yield) if you are turning.
Red arrow, green light
Here you can not turn right, but may go straight ahead or turn to the left if it is safe.
 

Intersections

What are the rules at intersections?
Always use your indicators.
Always obey the traffic lights, signs and arrows marked on the roads
 

If turning,
Always use your indicators.
Give way (yield) to all traffic not turning.
Give way (yield) to all traffic crossing or approaching from your right.

Motorways 

Motorway Rules
Keep to the left hand lane unless you are passing and always
indicate at least three seconds before changing lanes.

On a motorway - DO NOT:
Walk or cycle
Stop your vehicle
Make a U-turn.

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