28/10/2026
Do you know the new road rules?
Four new road rules came into force on 1 October. Here's what's changed before you find out the hard way.
🚴♀ Leave at least a 1.5m gap when you pass any road user who isn't in a motor vehicle, such as cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders.
🚍 On roads of 60 km/h or less, give way to a bus signalling to pull out.
🛴 E-scooter riders can use cycle lanes; turning drivers must check for them.
🚴♀️🚴 Children 12 and under can ride on footpaths, and a parent or caregiver can ride alongside them.
And if you have staff who drive for work, brief them on the new changes.
Check out NZTA's guidance for full details https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driving-skills/new-lane-use-rules