Rules of the Road and Defensive Driving Practices

A comprehensive set of practice questions covering parking rules, overtaking, weight/speed limits, safety equipment, and defensive driving based on standard road safety manuals.

What is the maximum distance your left wheels may be from the edge of the pavement when parking, unless a road sign permits otherwise?

$$450\,mm$$

How much space must be left between a parked vehicle and a fire hydrant?

Within $1,5\,m$ of a fire hydrant.

What is the minimum distance required when parking near a pedestrian crossing?

Within $9\,m$ of a pedestrian crossing.

What is the minimum road width required to park, unless it is a one-way?

$$5,5\,m$$

In what direction should you usually overtake a vehicle unless signs or markings prohibit it?

On the right side of the vehicle.

Under what condition can you overtake a vehicle on the left?

When the vehicle in front is turning right, or where there are two or more lanes for vehicles travelling in the same direction.

What is the rule of law regarding right of way at mini-circles and roundabouts?

Yield to your RIGHT.

Within what distance of a tunnel, subway, or bridge is stopping prohibited?

Within $6\,m$ of a tunnel, subway or bridge.

At what point is a vehicle considered abandoned on a public road within an urban area?

When it is left standing for more than $7$ days.

At what distance must a hooter be audible?

$$90\,m$$

What is the rule for motorcycles regarding engine capacity and carrying passengers?

You may not carry a passenger if the engine capacity is $50\,cc$ or less.

What are the maximum projection limits for a parcel or load carried on a motorcycle?

$600\,mm$ to the front, $900\,mm$ to the back, and $450\,mm$ to the side.

What is the maximum allowed length for a tow-rope or tow-bar between two vehicles?

$$3,5\,m$$

What is the general speed limit on roads in an urban area?

$$60\,km/h$$

What is the speed limit for a goods vehicle or combination vehicle exceeding $9\,000\,kg$?

$$80\,km/h$$

What are the age and height requirements for a child to sit in the front seat?

Children under $14$ years must sit in the back unless they are taller than $1,5\,m$.

What is the minimum required tread depth for a tyre over its entire surface?

At least $1\,mm$

At what visibility threshold must vehicle headlights be switched on, other than between sunset and sunrise?

When visibility is less than $150\,m$

What is the required illumination distance for main beams (brights)?

$100\,m$ ahead.

To what distance should a dipped beam illuminate the road?

Not more than $45\,m$ ahead.

Within what timeframe must an accident be reported to the nearest police station?

Within $24$ hours.

What is the legal blood-alcohol limit for professional drivers?

Less than $0,02\,g$ per $100\,ml$ of blood.

At what distance behind a stationary vehicle must an emergency warning triangle be placed?

At least $45\,m$

What is the maximum allowed height for any vehicle's load from the ground?

$$4,3\,m$$

What is the maximum width allowed for a standard light motor vehicle load?

$$2,5\,m$$

What are the defensive driving actions included in Group 2 of the defensive driving process?

Mirrors; Brakes; Gears