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[ClassicHasClass]

Could whoever's posting these label them briefly? Trying to go back to find a particular video means I have to watch them again.

[vdeane]

Those roads are so American-looking, I'd probably forget to drive on the left side!  Do the variable speed limit signs actually flash, or is that something to do with the camera?

Interestingly, freeways look pretty similar the world over!

A roadgeek can tell the difference!  That said, New Zealand freeway signage is remarkably similar to MUTCD signage - definitely some inspiration from the US there!

[Beltway]

Those roads are so American-looking, I'd probably forget to drive on the left side!  Do the variable speed limit signs actually flash, or is that something to do with the camera?

Interestingly, freeways look pretty similar the world over!

A roadgeek can tell the difference!  That said, New Zealand freeway signage is remarkably similar to MUTCD signage - definitely some inspiration from the US there!

Well, I can see differences from state to state, each one has their nuances.

But in general, when I see freeways on the other side of the world, whether it is Chile, Australia, Algeria, etc., I see similar design characteristics.

Right drive versus left drive doesn't really change the basic design of the freeway.

[vdeane]

Those roads are so American-looking, I'd probably forget to drive on the left side!  Do the variable speed limit signs actually flash, or is that something to do with the camera?

Interestingly, freeways look pretty similar the world over!

A roadgeek can tell the difference!  That said, New Zealand freeway signage is remarkably similar to MUTCD signage - definitely some inspiration from the US there!

Well, I can see differences from state to state, each one has their nuances.

But in general, when I see freeways on the other side of the world, whether it is Chile, Australia, Algeria, etc., I see similar design characteristics.

Right drive versus left drive doesn't really change the basic design of the freeway.

I guess you're not a sign geek.  The point is that, because of NZ's signage patterns, one could easily mistake themselves for driving in the states (especially when near a right exit).  They basically copied the MUTCD for their guide signs, and literally the only differences between their freeways and ours are the lack of yellow strips for the inner shoulder, use of metric, and that they drive on the left.  That it.  Nothing else.  They even use route number/direction for navigation rather than control cities, which is not as common as one would think.  Australia doesn't.  Nowhere is Europe does.  Mexico doesn't.  South Africa doesn't.  Israel doesn't.  The UAE does not appear to.  The only country I could find that does outside of the US, Canada, and New Zealand is South Korea.

[jakeroot]

They basically copied the MUTCD for their guide signs, and literally the only differences between their freeways and ours are the lack of yellow strips for the inner shoulder, use of metric, and that they drive on the left.  That it.  Nothing else.

New Zealand does use red paint on the shoulder of some of their motorways (akin to some UK motorways), but I do not know the significance of the paint. That's the only other difference I can think of.

[Alps]

They basically copied the MUTCD for their guide signs, and literally the only differences between their freeways and ours are the lack of yellow strips for the inner shoulder, use of metric, and that they drive on the left.  That it.  Nothing else.

New Zealand does use red paint on the shoulder of some of their motorways (akin to some UK motorways), but I do not know the significance of the paint. That's the only other difference I can think of.

Did not notice that, unless it was in a work zone.

[jakeroot]

They basically copied the MUTCD for their guide signs, and literally the only differences between their freeways and ours are the lack of yellow strips for the inner shoulder, use of metric, and that they drive on the left.  That it.  Nothing else.

New Zealand does use red paint on the shoulder of some of their motorways (akin to some UK motorways), but I do not know the significance of the paint. That's the only other difference I can think of.

Did not notice that, unless it was in a work zone.

I got this wrong. It's not actually red paint. It's actually a sort of high-traction surface applied only sometimes (sometimes both shoulders, sometimes none, etc):

This is from the Hayr Road overpass, above the South Western Freeway in Auckland:

[bing101]

An Update on Christchurch Motorway

[ClassicHasClass]

Could you at least label the videos you post with a sentence or two, please? Trying to find a particular old one is a little frustrating.

[vdeane]

Could you at least label the videos you post with a sentence or two, please? Trying to find a particular old one is a little frustrating.

Definitely.  Not just this thread, but everywhere.  When there's a video, one wants to know what the video is about, why it's posted, and why they should watch it.  Not just have a video and nothing else dropped into a post.  This is a discussion forum, not social media.

[X99]

Could you at least label the videos you post with a sentence or two, please? Trying to find a particular old one is a little frustrating.

Definitely.  Not just this thread, but everywhere.  When there's a video, one wants to know what the video is about, why it's posted, and why they should watch it.  Not just have a video and nothing else dropped into a post.  This is a discussion forum, not social media.

Looks like you haven't seen the Philippines thread.

[vdeane]

Could you at least label the videos you post with a sentence or two, please? Trying to find a particular old one is a little frustrating.

Definitely.  Not just this thread, but everywhere.  When there's a video, one wants to know what the video is about, why it's posted, and why they should watch it.  Not just have a video and nothing else dropped into a post.  This is a discussion forum, not social media.

Looks like you haven't seen the Philippines thread.

bing101 does this everywhere.  It's too the point where it's a huge surprise if he posts something that isn't just a video and no text.  It's annoying no matter what thread it's in.

[compdude787]

Could you at least label the videos you post with a sentence or two, please? Trying to find a particular old one is a little frustrating.

Definitely.  Not just this thread, but everywhere.  When there's a video, one wants to know what the video is about, why it's posted, and why they should watch it.  Not just have a video and nothing else dropped into a post.  This is a discussion forum, not social media.

Looks like you haven't seen the Philippines thread.

bing101 does this everywhere.  It's too the point where it's a huge surprise if he posts something that isn't just a video and no text.  It's annoying no matter what thread it's in.

Agreed. Though I don't mind if he posts my videos... 

[spotila]

Long time NZ lurker, first time poster, checking in.

We do exist

[ClassicHasClass]

Kia ora. North or South Island?

[jakeroot]

Long time NZ lurker, first time poster, checking in.

We do exist

Judging by NZTA's signage and marking rules, you should feel right at home here! Welcome aboard.

[Alps]

Long time NZ lurker, first time poster, checking in.

We do exist

Have you found my NZ annex? I don't know if anyone else has an NZ roads page... if so please let me know so I can link them! https://www.alpsroads.net/roads/nz

[ClassicHasClass]

I'm working on one (to feature my Auckland to Te Reinga run) but it'll be a bit to get that all together.

[bing101]

Here are some road updates from New Zealand. All from 2021.

[bing101]

Here is a bridge opening in New Zealand

[bing101]

https://www.youtube.com/c/DrivingNewZealand999


https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO8e480kzANkdorcczpuEA


Here are some roadgeek channels dedicated to New Zealand Highways.

[bing101]

Here is a tour of North Island.