Pre-drive check | DrivePrepNZ

Documents and rental

Confirm the documents and cover you may need before collecting the keys.

My driver licence is current and valid in New ZealandI also have an approved translation or international driving permit if the licence is not in English.I understand the rental agreement and insurance excessThe permitted drivers, restricted roads and breakdown contact are clear.Important contact details are available offlineRental support, accommodation and travel-insurance details are saved outside email.

Vehicle setup

Take a few minutes to make an unfamiliar rental car feel predictable.

I know the car's essential controlsIndicators, headlights, wipers, demister, hazard lights and parking brake have been located.Seat, mirrors and steering position are adjustedI can see clearly, reach the pedals comfortably and check the left side of the road.Fuel, tyres and visible vehicle damage are checkedExisting damage is photographed and the correct fuel or charging requirement is confirmed.

Route and conditions

New Zealand travel times can change quickly with weather, roadworks and rural roads.

The route and current road conditions have been checkedClosures, delays, alpine passes, one-lane bridges and gravel sections are understood.Weather warnings have been checkedThe plan allows for rain, wind, snow, ice or poor visibility where relevant.Offline navigation and planned stops are readyFuel or charging, food and rest stops are planned for areas with limited mobile coverage.

Driver and passengers

Start only when the driver and everyone in the vehicle are properly prepared.

The driver is rested and not affected by alcohol or medicationA long flight, jet lag or drowsy medicine is a reason to delay the first drive.The phone is mounted and the route is set before movingNotifications are silenced and the driver will not hold or use the phone while driving.Every passenger has the correct restraintSeatbelts are fastened and any child restraint is approved and correctly fitted.

Before you set off

Complete every check before the first drive.

A tick means you have actively checked the item, not only read it.

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