Is driving in New Zealand the same as Australia?

New Zealand’s road rules are very similar to those in Australia. In addition to driving on the left-hand side of the road and giving way to all oncoming traffic from the right, you must adhere to the speed limit at all times and not drive under the influence of alcohol.

Is driving in New Zealand difficult?

Is it easy to drive in New Zealand? Absolutely! It truly was much simpler than we thought. There is only one route which connects one town to another, so navigating and driving in New Zealand is not difficult.

Can Kiwis drive in Australia?

Can you drive in Australia with a NZ license? Yes, a New Zealand license can be used for driving in Australia and is only valid for three months, after that you’ll need to get an Australian licence for the state you are in.

What kind of cars do they drive in New Zealand?

Toyota, Ford, and General Motors Holden division still dominate the new vehicle market but there were more new Mazda cars than Holden cars sold in 2018 while Ford and Nissan cars were no longer among the volume sellers. They were overtaken by Hyundai, Kia and Suzuki.

Why are Australia and New Zealand so similar?

Both countries share a British colonial heritage as antipodean Dominions and settler colonies, and both are part of the wider Anglosphere. New Zealand sent representatives to the constitutional conventions which led to the uniting of the six Australian colonies but opted not to join.

Can you drive left-hand drive cars in New Zealand?

Most left-hand drive vehicles have to be converted to right-hand drive (RHD) before they can be driven on New Zealand roads. The only vehicles that can be registered as LHD and driven on New Zealand roads are those that belong to one of the specific categories of LHD that are permitted by law.

Can I use NZ drivers licence in Australia?

Can you drive in Australia with a NZ license? Yes, a New Zealand license can be used for driving in Australia and is only valid for three months, after that you’ll need to get an Australian licence for the state you are in. There will be an eyesight test, your new driver licence ID photo taken and pay a fee.