New York
Drivers must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights from either direction, including on a divided highway. Stop at least 20 feet away.
NY DMV: passing & school buses ↗Same situation. Different state rule.
General safety advice travels well. Specific traffic laws and learner restrictions need a closer check.
School buses on a divided road
California
The California handbook gives an exception when the bus is on the opposite side of a divided or multilane highway with two or more lanes in each direction. It does not mean that every road with a center line qualifies.
California DMV: school buses ↗Turning at a red light
New York City generally prohibits turning on red unless a sign allows it. That city-specific restriction should not be assumed to apply in every city nationwide. Our questions identify the relevant state or city.
NY DMV: traffic control ↗A better revision habit
- Pick the state where you will apply.
- Use short practice sessions to spot gaps.
- Read the linked official source, including exceptions.
- Read the full handbook and current application requirements before your test.