Handy Stuff
Vehicle Care
For travelling The Bay of Plenty and all over NZ, we’ve got it covered. And to make sure you’ve got it covered and travel safe when it come’s to your mini van hire .. here’s a few top tips!
Top tips for care of vans:
- Remember to check oil and water levels
- Check tyre pressure
- Use 91 petrol/fuel only
- Keep your keys with you at all times
- Never leave your valuables in the van (if you have to, hide them well!)
- Drive safely and have fun!
Driving in New Zealand
TRAVEL TIPS
It’s important to us that when you hire a car from Ready Rentals, you have an awesome travel experience in New Zealand! So here are a few top tips for getting around safely …
- Drive on the left side of the road!
- Always plan your road trip before you leave
- You MUST carry your license on you at all times
- Have a funky attitude when driving with READY RENTALS!
The Message:
- Keep left
- Give way at intersections. In general, if you’re turning, give ways to all vehicles going straight
- No left turn at a red light
- The driver must not use a hand-held mobile phone or operate the GPS while driving
- Travel times: NZ has some hilly, tight, and winding roads, therefore distances can be deceptive. Plan your journey, take your time, and do not rush. Do not drive when tired. Take breaks and enjoy the journey.
- Sharing the road with cyclists: Cyclists have the same rights as drivers. Slow down and pass safely and carefully.
- Alcohol and drugs: Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Driving speeds: The open road speed limit is 100 km/hr. Generally, the road speed limit in urban areas is 50 km/hr. Sometimes poor conditions or winding roads will require you to go slower.
- All passengers must wear seatbelts at all times
- Driver licensing requirements: A current and valid driver licence and an English translation, if applicable, must be held at all times when you are driving
- Overtaking: Do not overtake or cross a solid yellow line on your side
- One-lane bridges: Follow the arrows on the signs. They indicate who has right of way
- Winter driving poses wet or icy conditions. Slow down and avoid breaking suddenly. Chains may be required in icy or snowy conditions.
- Be cautious of farm animals on rural roads. Slow down, do not sound your horn and let the animals pass.
- On unsealed (gravel) roads slow down and corner carefully. Be cautious of dust limiting visibility
- Rail Crossings: Slow down when approaching, follow the signs/lights, and cross only when indicated/safe to do so.
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