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.
On The Road
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.
‘Catastrophic’: China rocked by shock EV ban
The United States has moved to ban a huge array of Chinese-made cars over fears they can spy on – and assassinate – their drivers.
Aussie driver outraged after ‘Tesla keyed’
A Tesla driver has been left “gobsmacked” after discovering his car had allegedly been keyed in a supermarket car park.
Big change coming to roads in one state
One state has announced it will trial cameras in an attempt to deter drivers from these risky behaviours on the road.
Uber change hits major Aussie airport
Australia’s largest airport has announced a massive shake-up to its kerbside pick-up options.
Plan to get ‘Yank Tanks’ off Aussie roads
Despite the Tundra costing more than a house deposit, it will no doubt be a hit, but some have shared their concerns about such large trucks.
Common item smashing Aussie wallets
Despite more EVs and people working from home, Australian fuel prices increased at double the rate of inflation in the 12 months to June.
11-year-old fighting for life after serious crash
Four people — including three people aged 16 and under — have been left injured after a truck and an allegedly stolen car collided.
Little-known rule for e-scooter riders
People opting to use e-scooters to travel around might not be aware of the rules that could be costly if disobeyed while riding.
Elderly man slammed for Tesla carpark act
An elderly man has been filmed engaging in a bizarre act in a carpark, wracking up thousands of dollars in damage.
Woman in wheelchair dies after horror crash
The woman died after a van crashed into a tree, with the driver and front passenger also taken to hospital for treatment.
Worst car crash hotspots in Aus revealed
Australia’s worst car crash hotspots have been revealed, along with the age group considered most dangerous behind the wheel.
New covert cameras stinging drivers $658
Cameras are being switched on to catch drivers engaging in a dangerous habit, with hefty fines and demerit points dished out.
8yo girl drives 25 minutes to shop at Target
An eight-year-old girl hopped behind the wheel of her family’s SUV “all by herself” and drove 25 minutes away so she could shop at Target.
Major change for parking fines in one state
Stubborn councils in one state will be forced to stop issuing this “unpopular” fine after the system was blasted as being unfair.
‘No regard’: Dumb fine system banned
An infuriating system that sees drivers slapped with costly fines without realising will be outlawed, after councils refused to voluntarily scrap it.
‘Putrid’: Man’s bizarre act caught on camera
A late-night bandit is still at large after allegedly racking up $40,000 worth in damage in just hours on suburban street.
Driver charged over horror crash
A driver has been charged with drink and drug driving following a horror crash that left five people fighting for life in hospital.
Eye-watering price of Aussie number plate
A “rare” Australian number plate which first hit the streets more than a century ago is expected to sell for an eye-watering amount.
City warned to brace for traffic chaos
Sydneysiders have been warned to expect traffic chaos this weekend as major roads are shuttered.
‘Up in flames’: China’s shocking EV ban
They explode “as if packed full of toxic dynamite” – and one nation has already started cracking down on electric vehicles as a result.
Bizarre Melbourne device’s purpose revealed
A weird device that looks like it stepped out of a science fiction program spotted on the roadside has left drivers and cyclists alike incredibly puzzled.
Update after commuter chaos on major road
Drivers are still being advised to allow extra time for travel after lanes on a major motorway were closed, causing peak-hour chaos.
Most congested Aussie city revealed
Traffic jams in Australia’s most congested city are costing the average driver nearly 100 hours each year.
Teen killed after being hit by car
A teenager on NSW’s North Coast has died in hospital after being hit by a car.
‘Stop the invaders’: Councils at war over sign
An inner-city council has been accused of trying to “stop the invaders” after blocking a key exit on a busy road bordering another suburb.
‘Entitled’ residents ban traffic from street
Homeowners grew so annoyed at cars using their road as a “shortcut” that they barricaded it with wheelie bins. Now the neighbourhood is at war.
Mayhem as tow truck driver seizes ute
A tow truck driver was attempting to seize a ute in New York City — and absolute mayhem ensued when the truck was allegedly stolen.
Huge change coming to speed cameras
Drivers have been lulled into a false sense of security about this speed camera rule, but they are being warned it’s all about to change.
Crash causes chaos on busy freeway
Major delays are expected on a busy freeway during peak hour following a multi-vehicle crash that has left just one lane open.
$140k car feature ‘led to 7yo being crushed’
A coroner has issued an urgent safety warning after a boy, seven, was crushed to death in an incident involving a luxury $140,000 car.
Insane road rage fight caught on camera
Vision shows the moment angry motorists clash on a busy Australian street after a tailgating bingle, with an angry bystander even getting involved.
Aussie killed in Bali bike crash named
An Australian man killed in a horrific high-speed motorbike crash in Bali has been identified.
Big change to roadside test starts tomorrow
More than 17,000 people were caught last year, but roadside testing in one state is set to get even tougher.
Shopper’s furious note after parking act
This motorist was infuriated by an SUV driver’s parking act outside Coles – and they let them know it.
Traffic chaos after car goes up in flames
A car has burst into flames following a collision, with inbound lanes of a major Melbourne freeway closed.
Big fire breaks out at electric vehicle factory
An enormous fire broke out outside an electric vehicle factory in the US — with aerial footage showing a devastating aftermath.
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