Sick China trend leaves dozens dead
A spate of mass killings in China has triggered a government crackdown to cover up public mourning and reporting of the attacks.
On The Road
Teens killed in fiery Cybertruck crash
Three high school graduates have died after a Tesla Cybertruck crashed at high-speed and bust into flames.
Man’s catastrophic injuries after hit and run
Police are appealing for information to locate the owner of a 4WD ute after a man received life-changing injuries in a hit and run.
Shock moment out-of-control car hits woman
A man has been charged after allegedly losing control of his car and hitting a pedestrian as she was walking down the footpath.
Kids evacuated as school bus catches fire
More than 30 children and a bus driver were evacuated after a school bus erupted into flames, with plumes of smoke seen billowing from the vehicle.
Update after freak accident kills man
New details have emerged after a driver’s life was tragically cut short when a falling branch hit his car.
Popular ute recalled over defect
An urgent recall has been issued for a top-selling ute over a manufacturing default that could cause death or injury.
‘You’re out’: Crackdown on rogue taxi drivers
Ahead of the busy holiday season, taxis in one state will have their licences revoked if they’re caught committing a list of offences.
Man dies in freak accident during storm
A driver’s life was tragically cut short overnight after a falling branch hit his car and injured two others.
‘Hatred’: Jaguar erupts over brand backlash
Jaguar has faced backlash on social media after releasing an ad with androgynous models and no actual cars.
Man killed in horrifying e-bike crash
A 66-year old Canberra man has become the 10th person to die on ACT roads after a horrifying e-bike tragedy.
Disturbing trend on state’s roads
Driving under the influence of drugs like meth, cocaine and cannabis has become disturbingly common on these roads, a shocking new report has revealed.
UK tourist in motorhome clocked at 153km/h
A man has been slapped with a fine after he was allegedly clocked at speeds of up to 153km/h while driving a motorhome.
Man allegedly drink-driving in Christmas car
A man’s festive cheer may be a little less bright after allegedly being caught drink-driving through a busy pedestrian-only area in his Christmas-themed car.
Teen dead after horror highway crash
A teenager has died and another is fighting for life after a car crashed into a car before rolling and hitting a power pole on a highway.
Free taxi rides for three Aussie cities
Australia’s largest taxi network is giving commuters a special offer in a bid to promote green transport.
Huge change for victims of road crime
One state is introducing legislation to offer better support for families who have lost loved ones to road crimes – but some say it’s not enough.
Horror moment woman, girl struck by car
Dashcam has captured the horrifying moment an elderly woman and young girl were struck by a car crossing an intersection in Sydney’s southwest.
Four dead in 24hr car crash nightmare
One state is reeling from a concentrated blast of car crash tragedy, with four people dead in just 24 hours.
Truckie charged after horror fatal crash
A 30-year-old man has been charged with dangerous driving after a truck smashed into the back of another car, killing a teenager and a woman.
Terrifying P-plater crash caught on dashcam
A dramatic collision involving multiple vehicles on the Hume Highway has been captured on dashcam.
Teen, woman dead in horror highway crash
A truck crashed into the back of two utes on a Queensland highway, with two people declared dead at the scene and another two left injured.
Insane moment motorcyclist lands on car
A motorcyclist has found himself on top of a car in a terrifying collision caught on an Aussie’s dashcam.
Fury over ‘daily’ $264 parking fine
A Sydney resident has fought back after noticing that motorists were continually being fined in the same spot due to “obscured signage”.
Wild road rage brawl caught on camera
Horrifying dashcam video has emerged of the moment two motorists engaged in a brutal fight on a Queensland road.
Mum’s tragic call after unborn baby killed
The parents of an unborn boy have pleaded with one state government to recognise him as a human following a horrific car crash that ended his life.
Woman killed in freak accident identified
The woman who was killed in a freak accident on a major freeway has been identified as a mother of four, with the family ‘in shock’ after the tragedy.
Driver killed after item falls from truck
A driver has died after in a freak incident on a major freeway, with police hoping to speak with the driver of another vehicle.
Woman killed, cops in hospital
A teenage boy is under police guard following a car crash that killed a 69-year-old woman and injured two officers.
Terrifying pics of car being ripped in two
A driver miraculously walked away unscathed after a car was torn apart in an alleged high speed and alcohol-related crash.
Woman blows seven times legal limit
The woman has lost her licence and her vehicle has been impounded after she blew nearly seven times the legal blood alcohol limit.
Horror smash kills two, seven in hospital
There have been mass casualties in a devastating incident involving a truck and three cars on Monday afternoon.
‘We hit him’: Dan Andrews’ triple-0 call
The bombshell release of Dan Andrews’ triple-0 call after he collided with a teenage cyclist has raised questions about a claim made by the former Premier.
Shameless idiot jumps in front of car
Footage has gone viral of a street scammer’s hilarious attempted “cash-for-crash” effort – only to be filmed and laughed at by the driver.
Child dead after horror school crash
A child has died and multiple others have been injured after a car crashed into a suburban primary school.
Horror after four crash deaths in four days
With four fatalities in four days, police officers in a regional mining hub are pleading with road users to pay attention to conditions.
Major update after crash kills child, teen
Police have arrested a 22-year-old man after a shocking car crash killed a five-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl.
Warning over state’s e-scooter plan
Plans to potentially allow almost half a million e-scooter riders on the road in one Australian state have sparked this warning.
Boy, 5, killed in horror multi-car crash
A child has died and a teenage girl is fighting for life after a horror three-car crash.
‘Strict’ new rules for P-plate drivers
The new regulations implemented by one state are among the strictest in the country and will be known as “Tom’s Law”.
‘Grow up’: Divisive number plate on $150k car
A driver in Western Australia has sparked debate on social media over the “tasteless” choice of number plate affixed to their luxury European car.
Driver charged over horror fatal crash
A driver has been charged over a fatal crash after allegedly fleeing police before smashing into another vehicle.
Warning after truck explosion on major road
Residents were earlier urged to stay inside after a truck collided with an allegedly stolen luxury car in a fiery crash.
Car crash victims targeted by scam insurers
Drivers involved in car crashes are being warned about scam companies who intercept insurance claims and hold cars hostage to elicit a ransom.
‘This was planned’: Dashcam exposes ‘fraud’
Ashpia Natasha was driving down a highway when a car suddenly pulled in front of her and slammed its brakes. What happened next has triggered a police investigation.
Police make bombshell call to stop RBTs
Police officers have reportedly made a very tough decision on random breath testing due to chronic staff shortages.
Cops baffled after 45 cars stolen
More than 40 cars have been stolen from a car yard in the space of just hours, police say, with some spotted being taken in broad daylight.
Unexpected cars Aussies are obsessed with
There is one type of car that is clearly taking over in Australia today. Sales have gone through the roof – but it is not all good news.
New details after child killed in horror crash
The police have revealed fresh details after a man and child were killed, and two other children rescued, in a horror early morning crash.
‘Kind soul’: Harbour Bridge victim named
One of the two men killed in a major crash on the Sydney Harbour Bridge has been remembered as a “kind soul”.
Toddler fighting for life after horror crash
A three-year-old child is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car.
Hunt for truck after alleged hit-and-run
Police are searching for a truck allegedly involved in a hit-and-run, which caused extensive damage to parked car on a busy freeway.
Brawl erupts after multi-vehicle crash
Five people have been arrested after a fight erupted moments after a multi-vehicle crash on a busy motorway.
Alarming driving act to cost motorists $5000
Motorists found guilty of particular driving offences could face prison terms and massive fines, under a new plan.
Young woman dies in fiery crash
A passer-by attempted to rescue the woman from her burning car, but the teenager died at the scene.
Car fraudster’s $160k Facebook swindle
A court has been told how a man “duped” motorists into buying luxury cars with their odometers wound back before pocketing thousands in profits.
Worst spot for EVs revealed
Home of fake tan, jet skis and beachfront high rises, one Australian region has been named the best for EVs in the country.
Horror day as two die in crashes
It’s been a horror day on the roads in one state, with two men dying in separate crashes.
Furious cyclist hit with instant karma
A millionaire cyclist who raged against a young driver and called the police has been hit with a dose of instant karma.
Cops hunt ‘red rider’ after fatal crash
Police are chasing the rider of a red motorcycle after a fatal crash left a teen dead on the road.
Obscure road rule could cost you $410
A woman has issued a warning to Aussie drivers over a little-known road rule which can incur hefty fines of up to $410.
Car report no Aussie wants to see
Aussies are being urged to give up their cars as the country grapples with a $17 billion problem.
Dirt bike ‘hoon’ sent flying in wild crash
Wild dashcam footage has captured the moment a speeding dirt bike collides with a car at a Canberra roundabout, sending the rider flying onto the roof.
Aussie EV war erupts: ‘Shameful’
The boss of one of the biggest car companies in Australia has slammed a rival over the pricing of its electric vehicles.
Tesla driver, 48, killed in head-on crash
A Tesla and a HiLux head-on crash has claimed the life of a woman in her 40s.
‘Scary’: Creeps trap woman in driverless taxi
A woman has filmed a ‘scary’ experience after two men stopped in front of her driverless taxi and demanded she give them her number.
Man dies after car crashes into house
A man in his 20s has died after a Toyota Corolla left the road and struck him as it ploughed into a house.
Boy ‘drives stolen car through playground’
Stunning footage shows the moment a 10-year-old boy allegedly drove around a busy playground in a stolen vehicle.
20-year-old totals his new $300k McLaren
A young American streamer has been booted off the Kick platform after he smashed his $300,000 McLaren on a wet road.
‘Ruthless’: Insane scenes on Melbourne bus
Dramatic scenes have erupted on a bus, where a uni student was filmed being “tackled” and pinned to the floor by a number of officers.
Grisly trend making EV owners’ lives hell
A spate of wild attacks have been plaguing Tesla owners across the country – and they have all been caught on their in-built cameras.
Aussies erupt as ‘dumb’ US utes explode
Huge American pick-up trucks that don’t fit in our carparks and cause extra deaths on our roads are now selling at massive rates in Australia.
Hoons ‘on notice’ with $200k move
Souped-up car lovers and general burnout bandits should be prepared to be pinged by new technology, soon to be installed.
23yo charged as crash leaves kids orphaned
A young driver has been charged following a horrific crash on a major highway that left four people dead and five siblings orphaned.
New details about horror crash, four dead
A married couple have left behind five children after they died in a car crash, which also claimed the lives of two teenage friends, in NSW.
’Hooning’ dispute sparks violent brawl
An argument over hooning has turned violent, with one man stabbed and two other men also taken to hospital.
Four teens arrested after stolen car crash
A girl has been left with life-threatening injuries following a group of teenagers allegedly crashing a stolen car, before fleeing the scene.
‘Emergency’ declared after fuel tanker crash
Residents have been warned to “remain indoors” after a fuel tanker crashed on a Queensland highway, with police setting up an exclusion zone.
18-year-old fronts court after insane hoon
An 18-year-old P plater has lost his license just 24 hours after it was issued to him for going on an insane alleged hoon.
‘Mad Max’: Truckie captured with illegal rims
Footage has emerged of a truckie travelling down a busy motorway with law-breaking modifications to their rig.
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