Module 8: Wet-weather driving
Driving in the wet
5 minLesson 1 of 1 Awaiting expert reviewLast reviewed: 29 September 2026
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What you will learn
Adjust speed and following distance for wet roads.
- Four-second gap
- Aquaplaning
- Visibility
Grip and aquaplaning
Safe-driving adviceWet roads increase stopping distances. Use at least a four-second gap. If your car aquaplanes (skims on water), ease off the accelerator and hold the steering straight – don't brake hard.
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Question 1 of 1Original practice question
Your car starts to aquaplane on a wet road. What should you do?
Summary
- 4-second gap.
- : ease off, steer straight.
- Headlights on in heavy rain.
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Sources Awaiting expert reviewLast checked: 29 September 2026
- Official sourceView official source: General Road Code (car drivers) (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
- Official sourceView official source: Road Code – Following distance (opens in a new tab)NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – About driving › Key driving skills