Module 6: Safe highway and motorway driving
Overtaking safely
5 minLesson 2 of 2 Awaiting expert reviewLast reviewed: 29 September 2026
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What you will learn
Decide when it is legal and safe to overtake.
- When you must not overtake
- Planning an overtake
When not to overtake
LawYou must not overtake where there is a no-passing line on your side, or where you can't see far enough ahead to pass safely. Don't overtake near intersections, pedestrian crossings or railway crossings, or across a .
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Question 1 of 1Original practice question
When should you NOT overtake?
Summary
- No passing across yellow no-passing lines.
- Need a long clear view.
- If in doubt, don't.
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Sources Awaiting expert reviewLast checked: 29 September 2026
- Official sourceView official source: Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – Land Transport Rules index
- Official sourceView official source: General Road Code (car drivers) (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi