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Source: Drive.govt.nz
Source: Drive.govt.nz
Hot Tips
Park close and as near as practical to the kerb (within 500 mm).
Keep at least one metre from other vehicles (no more than two metres).
Use effective steering (maximum of four direction changes).
Hot Tips
Check mirrors, signal, and ensure the road is clear.
Turn across the road to the opposite side and stop.
Reverse with steering to the other side, then stop.
Move forward to complete the turn and drive away safely.
Hot Tips
Stop on the hill and keep the foot on the brake.
Keep the car in Drive and engage the handbrake to prevent rollback.
Check mirrors and traffic, then release the handbrake while gently pressing the accelerator to move forward smoothly.
Hot Tips (MIS = Mirror, Indicator, Shoulder check)
Mirrors: check rearview and side mirrors.
Indicators: signal your intention.
Shoulder check: glance over your shoulder to check blind spots.
Move: change lanes smoothly and safely.