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Explore road safety information and resources on the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi website.

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Alcohol

Understand how alcohol affects driving ability and the serious consequences it can have.

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Driver distraction

Learn how to identify distractions and reduce the risks they pose while driving.

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Driver fatigue

How to recognise the signs of fatigue and plan journeys to reduce the risk of falling asleep at the wheel.

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Driving to the conditions

How to stay safe when driving in different road and weather conditions.

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Illegal drugs

How illegal drugs impair the ability to drive safely.

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Medication

How prescription, over-the-counter or traditional medication affects the ability to drive safely.

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Safety cameras

How safety cameras help to reduce crashes by encouraging safer speeds and red light compliance.

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Safety infrastructure

How road design helps protect road users if a crash happens.

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Seatbelts

How seatbelts help protect people in a crash or when the vehicle stops suddenly.

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Sharing the road

Tips for driving safely around cyclists, trucks and other road users.

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Speed

How speed affects the outcome of a crash.

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Vehicle safety

What to look out for when checking a vehicle is safe to drive.