Module 6: Intersections
Turning at intersections
Read-aloud isn't available in this browser. Try Chrome, Edge or Safari, or your device's built-in screen reader.
What you will learn
Position, signal and turn correctly at an intersection.
- Signalling in time
- Where to position your car
- Not blocking intersections
Signal early
LawYou must signal for at least 3 seconds before you turn or change lanes, so others know what you plan to do.
Read-aloud isn't available in this browser. Try Chrome, Edge or Safari, or your device's built-in screen reader.
View official source (opens in a new tab)Position for the turn
LawWhen turning left, keep as close to the left side of the road as is practical. When turning right on a two-way road, move close to the . On multi-lane roads, use the correct lane for your turn.
Read-aloud isn't available in this browser. Try Chrome, Edge or Safari, or your device's built-in screen reader.
View official source (opens in a new tab)Don't block the intersection
LawDon't enter an intersection if traffic is queued ahead and you can't get through. If you get stuck there, you will block traffic on the other road.
Read-aloud isn't available in this browser. Try Chrome, Edge or Safari, or your device's built-in screen reader.
View official source (opens in a new tab)Knowledge check
A few quick questions – no timer, no pressure.
For how long must you signal before turning?
Summary
- Signal for at least 3 seconds.
- Left turns: keep left. Right turns: near the .
- Don't enter an intersection you can't clear.
Read-aloud isn't available in this browser. Try Chrome, Edge or Safari, or your device's built-in screen reader.
How do you feel about this topic?
- 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