‘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.
On The Road
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.
Truck driver killed after cyanide exposure
A chemicals company is under fire after one of its truck drivers was found dead in his cab after allegedly being exposed to a highly toxic substance.
Tragic update after men reported missing
Police believe two bodies found following a motorbike crash are the two young men who were reported missing six days ago.
Horror as woman killed in rural crash
A woman has been killed after her red Mercedes rolled along a road at a popular resort town.
Devastation as star journo killed in collision
A respected sports reporter is being remembered by the AFL community after he died following a traffic collision.
Simple petrol trick to save hundreds
Motorists in some parts of the country could be lucky to save more than $700 in petrol if they’re mindful of one thing when heading to the bowser.
Man charged after horror bus crash kills 3
Charges have been laid after a ‘tragic’ bus crash along a major highway that killed three passengers.
Police car hits and kills firefighter
A volunteer firefighter has died after he was struck be a police car driven by an on-duty officer, it’s been revealed.
Driverless cars cause carpark chaos
Residents have captured the wild moment dozens of driverless cars parked next-door went rogue in the middle of the night.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by car
A pedestrian has died after they were hit by a car before being thrown into the path of another vehicle.
Gadget shows act you should never do in car
A driver has revealed an ‘eye-opening’ feature in his new car in a viral TikTok video.
Babies in nappies hurled from car
Shocking video footage shows two toddlers in nappies stranded in the middle of a highway after they were ejected from a car.
Mum, pregnant daughter killed in crash
A pregnant woman and her mother killed in a “catastrophic” crash have been identified, with loved ones paying tribute to the pair as “angels”.
‘See ya’: Aussie fined after police act
A man was issued with more than $3900 in fines after allegedly filming himself ignoring a police officer who pulled him over.
Child dies after horror crash
A young child has died following a horror two-car crash. Three other people were also taken to hospital following the collision.
Women, baby killed in horrific rollover
Three people – including a baby boy – have been killed in a horrific crash in midwest Western Australia.
Urgent warning as death toll climbs
An urgent plea has been issued after a ‘horrifying’ increase in deaths on the road, with one state recording six fatalities in just 10 ten days.
Wild alleged hammer attack in carpark
A Sydney driver has been left shaken after he was allegedly attacked by a man with a hammer on his way to work.
Drunk’s wild act on Harbour Bridge
Wild details about a man’s drunken e-bike ride across Sydney’s most iconic landmark have been revealed in court.
Motorway in chaos after shock car crash
A major motorway has been thrown into chaos after a car lost control on an overpass and slammed into the road.
‘Every bit helps’: Parking meter act stuns
A criminal act on parking meters that was committed by fed-up motorists has sparked a debate online.
Plan to scrap annoying act drivers hate
Councils in one state have been told to fix up their unfair parking ticket systems or risk it being done for them.
Petrol, diesel car sales slip against EVs
The percentage of petrol and diesel cars sold in Australia is on a steady downward trajectory as the eco-conscious alternatives get more popular.
SUV flipped in horror three-car crash
An SUV has been flipped onto its roof and a driver has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a three-car collision.
Warning after Ferrari, Porsche street race
A Ferrari and Porsche have allegedly hit “astounding” speeds in a reckless street race, as police warn a fancy car “doesn’t excuse you from traffic laws”.
Truckie ran red light before fatal crash: cops
Police allege a truck driver ran a red light in the moments before a woman was killed and her passenger seriously injured in a horror collision.
Girl, 3, seriously injured in train crash
A three-year-old girl has been rushed to hospital after a road train and two cars collided on a major highway.
Manhunt after passengers flee fiery crash
A manhunt is under way for three passengers who allegedly fled the scene of a fiery crash that left a man in a critical condition.
State’s bold move to woo commuters
A major change across public transport networks in one state could save locals thousands as a new trial is just a day away from beginning.
Teen critical after 4WD crashes and rolls
A 17-year-old boy has been left in a critical condition and four other teens have been injured after their 4WD crashed and rolled after hitting a tree.
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