Driving is a handy skill to have, it puts you in control of your own safety.
The thing is, you need to earn your car driver licence first – and that means learning all the skills.
Check out the DRIVE(external link) website to see how to get your licence.
Drivers must drive within all of the conditions listed on their drivers licence, and drive according to New Zealand's traffic laws.
Failure to do this will incur penalties such as fines and demerit points. You could even have your licence suspended, or be disqualified from driving.
More information can be found on New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi(external link).