Speed & Right-of-Way
The rule that requires drivers to adjust speed according to traffic, weather, and road conditions.
Basic Speed Laws
Signs that display traffic laws that must be obeyed.
regulatory signs
Drivers must always stay in these when possible
designated lanes
All vehicle occupants in NJ are required to wear this
seat belts
Scanning the road ahead and checking mirrors helps maintain
awareness
Drivers must yield at intersections, stop signs, and yield signs, as well as to these pedestrians.
pedestrians in crosswalks
These signs warn drivers about hazards ahead
warning signs
Passing is usually allowed on this side unless prohibited
the left
Children must be secured in this type of seat or booster
approved child safety seats
Looking at your phone for 5 seconds at 55 MPH is like driving this distance blindfolded
a football field
Driving 45 MPH in a 50 MPH zone during heavy rain can still be this.
illegal or unsafe
These control the movement of vehicles and pedestrians
traffic signals
Parking within 10 feet of this is illegal
a fire hydrant
Driving with alcohol or drugs in NJ is
illegal
This rule helps maintain a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions
3 second rule
Emergency vehicles using lights or sirens must always receive this from drivers.
the right-of-way
A solid double yellow line in the middle of the road indicates this
no passing allowed
These parking spaces require proper permits for vehicles
handicap parking spaces
Drivers under 21 with a BAC over 0% will face
penalties
Reducing speed and using headlights are important during
bad weather
This type of intersection behavior ensures who goes first is determined safely.
right of way rules
Road markings that guide drivers and indicate lane usage are part of this
traffic control devices
Using turn signals is required before doing these two actions
turning and changing lanes
driving to prevent accidents, even when others make mistakes, is called
defensive driving
New Jersey