Driver License Test Changes Announced No Full License Test and Extended Learner Period

The New Zealand Government has announced significant changes to its driver licence testing regime, eliminating the practical test for attaining a full licence, effective January 25, 2027. Key updates include a longer 12-month learner licence period for drivers under 25, an option to reduce this period, and a reduction in total costs by $80. Additionally, all learner and restricted drivers will face a zero-alcohol limit, and the NZ Transport Agency will enhance oversight of driver training providers.

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