新西兰在2027年简化了驾驶执照,削减了费用,并改变了年轻驾驶员的规则。 New Zealand simplifies driver licensing in 2027, cutting costs and changing rules for young drivers.

自2027年1月25日起,新西兰正在对其驾驶执照颁发制度进行全面改革,取消第1类执照的第二次实际测试,将总费用减少80美元。 New Zealand is overhauling its driver licensing system effective January 25, 2027, eliminating the second practical test for Class 1 licences, reducing the total cost by $80. 25岁以下的司机面临12个月的学习期,经批准的培训或练习时数可减至6个月。 Drivers under 25 face a 12-month learner period, reducible to six months with approved training or practice hours. 25岁以下者许可证限制期为12个月,25岁以上者许可证限制期为6个月,25岁以上者许可证限制期延长六个月。 Restricted licences last 12 months for under-25s and six months for over-25s, with demerit points extending the period by six months. 零酒精规则适用于所有学习者和受限制的驾驶员。 A zero-alcohol rule applies to all learner and restricted drivers. 现在只在初次申请和延期时才要求进行视力检查。 Eyesight screenings are now only required at first application and renewal. 危险感知测试进入限制许可阶段,新西兰运输局加强了对培训提供者的监督。 The hazard perception test moves to the restricted licence stage, and the NZ Transport Agency gains stronger oversight over training providers. 这些变化是在公众协商之后进行的,其中包括一项为期三年的审查,以评估安全、就业和经济影响。 The changes follow public consultation and include a three-year review to assess safety, employment, and economic impacts.