New Mexico MVD Permit Practice Test 2024

A red ‘X’ means that the lane is closed for traffic and that you should change lanes immediately. These lights are used over reversible lanes in New Mexico and other states to help drivers determine which lanes are open or closed, and are often accompanied by double-dashed yellow lines. Reversible lanes are designed to help with rush hour traffic by carrying inbound traffic during the morning peak hours and outbound traffic during evening peak hours.

Before proceeding at an intersection, you're always required to yield to traffic already in the intersection. This applies even if you're facing a green light.

Drivers convicted of leaving a crash scene resulting in serious injury in in New Mexico will be charged with a fourth degree felony, which means their license will be revoked and they will face imprisonment for up to 18 months. However, this sentence will be much harder if the driver knowingly fails to stop. If the driver knowingly fails to stop, he/she may face imprisonment for up to 3 years if the accident results in great bodily harm, and up to 6 years if the accident results in death.

Exchange your name, address, driver's license information, insurance information and phone number with anyone else involved in the crash. After exchanging information, write down as much information about the crash as possible. This includes weather conditions, road conditions, time of the crash, and how the crash occurred. This will help determine who is at fault and help with insurance claims. Crashes in in New Mexico must be immediately reported in incidents of injury, fatality, or vehicle- or property damage exceeding $500.

Flashing amber lights are used by school buses in many states, including New Mexico, to indicate that they are slowing down and preparing to stop. The amber lights are generally activated 100-300 feet before the bus will stop depending on the speed limit. However, you still have to be alert for school buses slowing down without using these lights as it may mean the school bus is about to stop.

If the turn can be made safely, you may turn right on a red light in in New Mexico after coming to a complete stop and yielding to any pedestrians/vehicles lawfully proceeding through the intersection. Look for signs that prohibit the turn.

If you crash into an unattended vehicle, you're expected to make a reasonable attempt to locate the owner of the vehicle. If unable to locate the owner, you should instead leave a note in a secure place with your contact information and details regarding the crash. In additon, you should take pictures of the scene (including damage to the other car and their license plate number), and notify your insurance company as well as the nearest police department about the accident. Crashes in in New Mexico must be immediately reported in incidents of injury, fatality, or vehicle- or property damage exceeding $500.

In New Mexico, there is no prohibition on wearing headsets while driving. However, you should be very careful about covering your ears entirely as you will miss the visual queues otherwise present in the road environment.

In New Mexico, vehicles from both directions have to stop for school buses loading or unloading passengers, even when the bus is at an intersection you are approaching. School buses use flashing red lights to indicate that the bus is stopped to load or unload school children. Do not proceed until all children have left the roadway and the lights have stopped flashing. A stop is not required when driving on the opposite side of a roadway separated by a median or other physical barrier.

School buses, vehicles carrying passengers for hire, and vehicles transporting hazardous material must stop at all railroad crossings in in New Mexico. If you are driving behind any of these vehicles, you should be prepared to stop as well.

Texting while driving is prohibited for all drivers in in New Mexico, and state vehicles also have a ban on hand-held devices. This is because any such use will severely distract you and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, novice drivers with a learner or provisional license are prohibited from any use of a cell phone while driving. It's recommended that you pull off the road and stop if you need to make a call. Never use a phone when driving in hazardous conditions as you must focus all your attention on driving.

To help other drivers know of your intention to turn, you must signal for at least 100 feet before turning. At higher speeds, consider signaling for far longer.

When driving in snow, be careful when steering, braking, and accelerating. Braking hard while driving on snow is likely to make your car skid.

This sign means that there is a railroad crossing ahead. Slow down and watch out for trains when approaching the crossing.

This sign indicates the recommended speed for this curve is 40 mph in good conditions. Consider slowing down even more in poor weather conditions.

This sign warns of a 270 degree turn ahead.

This is a speed limit sign. It indicates the maximum speed at which you’re allowed to drive in ideal conditions.

Fog lights are very bright and can temporarily blind other drivers if used in good conditions.

Chevron arrows are often placed in dangerous curves, and point in the direction of the curve. You may also see them when approaching a narrow bridge.

This sign indicates a bicycle crossing on the road ahead. Be prepared for bicyclists entering and exiting the road.