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What does a blue P plate mean in NSW?

What does a blue P plate mean in NSW?

Launched last month, the Blue P program supports learner drivers and their parents with practical driver safety and skills training. “There’s a lot of stress behind parents teaching their learner drivers to find the balance between confidence and safety on our roads, but it’s definitely an investment worth making.”

Can p2s drive after midnight?

No driving between midnight and 5am unless a qualified supervising driver is seated next to you or you meet the exemption criteria. This rule does NOT apply to P2 drivers or motorcyclists under 25 who hold a P2 licence or a full car licence. Read more about no driving between midnight and 5am.

Can P platers use Navman NSW?

Here’s the change as explained on the Transport NSW website: From 1 December 2016, P2 licence holders will no longer be permitted to use a mobile phone at all while driving or riding. P2 licence holders will have the same restrictions as learner and P1 licence holders.

Why is there a curfew for P platers?

The curfew will also restrict P platers who drive to and from their university or TAFE courses on Friday evenings, or work on the weekends. It will prevent them being the dedicated driver or driving an ill relative to the hospital on Friday and Saturday nights.

How long do you have to be on a P plate in NSW?

– Have held your P2 license for at least 12 months Once you’ve been on your green P’s for 24 months, you can apply for your unrestricted license. You can find more information about getting a NSW driver’s license here. Unlike most car rental companies, GoGet welcomes P Plate drivers, as long as they’ve had a year’s solo driving experience.

Are there any restrictions on driving with a P plate?

The following rules and restrictions apply to both P1 AND P2 probationary drivers: You must display your P-plates at all times when driving You have to have your licence on you whenever you’re driving No mobile phone use (hands free or hand-held) or messaging of any kind is allowed You can’t have any alcohol or illicit drugs in your body

How many demerit points can you get for a red P plate in NSW?

Red and Green P platers can only get 4 demerit points before they get their license suspended in NSW, far less than the 12 points it takes to suspend a full license. That means some offenses carry an immediate license suspension. NSW Red P Plate Rules – Red P platers cannot drive more than 90km/h.