Introductory Driving Course in New Zealand - DriveNZ

Intro Course

Our introductory course deals with real world issues facing New Zealand drivers on a daily basis.

We set the tone in the classroom with simple yet informative lectures before moving into a range of practical driving exercises in a safe, controlled environment. This give drivers the opportunity to experience first-hand simulated emergency situations.

Participants in this course can expect to learn the following:

  • Practical driving drills
  • Emergency heavy braking (ABS skills)
  • Emergency avoidance techniques (braking & swerving)
  • Spatial awareness & depth perception exercises
  • Reversing skills course
  • Improved reaction times resulting from better ergonomics – seating position, foot placement etc
  • All practical exercises are enhanced with drivers learning and applying better use of their eyes

Classroom theory

  • Attitude and frame of mind for drivers
  • Awareness
  • Distractions
  • Substance abuse
  • Tyre care and pressures
  • Correct use of eyes while driving/cornering
  • Making sure loose items inside vehicles are secure
  • How modern-day ABS braking systems work
  • Correct seating and foot positioning
  • Cornering techniques – approach, entry, exit
  • Cruise control & GPS monitored vehicles

This course content is comprised of 70% practical, 30% theory.

Eligible vehicles: cars, utes, SUVs, vans. Vehicles can be shared by up to 2x people if required.

DriveNZ provides practical, health & safety focussed advanced driver training courses for New Zealand businesses.