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Critical errors

Examples:

following too close (your following distance is between 1 and 2 seconds)
not giving way to someone waiting to cross a pedestrian crossing
driving over part of a roundabout designed for heavy vehicles to drive over.

Doing the learner licence test

Going for your learner licence can be nerve wracking. We’re here to help with insider tips on what to expect and how to ensure everything goes smoothly.

Preparing for and booking the test

Getting your learner licence is the first step towards becoming a great driver. Find out how to prepare for and book your test, to ensure nothing goes wrong on the big day.

Maintaining your car

(never been registered): WoF is issued for 3 years
Less than 2 years old: WoF is issued up to the car’s 3rd anniversary of when it was first registered
More than 2 years, but less than 3 years: WoF is issued for 12 months
First registered on or after 1 January 2000: WoF…

Wet weather driving

We get a lot of wet weather, so you’ll need to drive in the rain if you live here! This Drive lesson has advice on using your wipers, de-mister and driving to the conditions.

Basics of the road

Driving basics I

Cyclists and motorcyclists

Complex intersections and managing traffic

Pulling out and returning to the side of the road

Pulling out and returning to the kerb in a car are some of the basics of learning to drive. Check out this Drive lesson to find out how to master these skills.

Driving through complex intersections

Complex intersections require higher levels of concentration but they don't have to be scary. This lesson will explain how to safely drive through a complex intersection.

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