Driver licence changes: one practical test instead of two

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The government is proposing the biggest changes to the system in 14 years.

Driver licence changes: one practical test instead of two

A theory test is currently needed to get a learner licence, followed by two practical tests - one for a restricted licence, and another for a full licence. Photo: Getty Images Drivers will not need to take a second practical test to get their licence, with the government proposing the first major changes to NZ's driver licence system in 14 years.

Major overhaul of driver's licence system proposed

The raft of proposed changes include dropping one of the two practical tests required to get a full driver's licence.

Major changes to driver licenses

Chris Bishop has announced some major changes to driver license testing. On the surface they look like very good ideas that will reduce costs and hurdles, but increase safety. The changes are: Only have a practical test when gaining your restricted licence. So you don’t need to do a second practical test for your full. Require drivers on their restricted licence to keep a clean driving record to progress to their full licence, for 18 months, wi…

Overhaul of driver's licence system proposed - NZ Autocar

The Government is set to reform the driver’s licence system, according to a 1News report. It is likely to drop one of the two practical tests required to get a full driver’s licence. This is because many young drivers on their restricted licence hold off on obtaining their full licence.Dropping the requirement for a full licence test would cut the cost of getting a full licence from $362.50 to $263.70.Restricted drivers would be eligible for a f…