Push for cyclists to wear ID numbers
A controversial request for cyclists to wear numbers so they can be identified and reported for breaking rules has stirred up a fierce debate.
On The Road
Driver cops fine for going too slow
Motorists are praising police in Western Australia who fined a driver for travelling 28km/h under the speed limit on the freeway.
The 14 road rules no one knows
They’re simple, seemingly innocent things many of us do, but they could cost you hundreds in fines. Here’s the road rules you’re breaking.
How to turn a traffic light green
Queensland’s peak motoring body has revealed the secrets on how to save time and fuel by triggering a green traffic light.
Days drivers break the most road rules
On any given day, you can find at least one motorist breaking a road rule, but there are specific days when drivers are at their most reckless.
Outrage at L plater’s ‘entitled’ attitude
A learner driver has copped massive criticism online after they parked the luxury car they were driving in the most infuriating way possible.
Fight over number plate ends up in court
This man is proud of his last name and put it on his number plate in big block letters. But now the war over the word has ended up in court.
Passenger rule could cost you hundreds
It’s something that most drivers have probably let their passengers do but it could actually get you in a lot of trouble.
Strange catch with new road cameras
From Monday, new mobile detection cameras will be up and running in Sydney, but there is a weird catch for drivers who get caught.
‘Inexperienced’ P-plater’s $1200 mistake
A P-plater lost their licence on the first day of 2019 after a stupid decision saw them cop a huge fine and double demerits.
One car, two critics: Jaguar F-Pace
BRITISH car maker’s sporty SUV looks a million bucks and is fun to drive, but the cost of the optional extras will make your eyes water.
Worst drivers of Christmas this year
From drivers five times over the limit, to a man caught throwing his stubby away in front of the cops, these are the worst drink drive culprits.
All the road rules you are breaking
From what you’re actually meant to do at a roundabout to using your fog lights, these are some of the road rules that confuse Aussie drivers the most.
Why this SUV is so popular
There is still decent warranty on Hyundai’s stylish Tucson family SUV, which arrived in 2015.
You could lose all your points at once
It’s something all Aussie drivers have probably done but if you are caught doing it this Christmas you might be saying goodbye to your licence.
Jessica’s ‘poster family of tragedy’
A relative of the Falkholts, a family of four who died after a horror Boxing Day crash, has made an emotional speech about their “horrible” year.
What these new road markings mean
New road markings are being added on one of NSW’s busiest roads in a bid to push back against tailgaters and reduce rear-end crashes.
Cameras to stop idiots like this
You may want to rethink texting while you drive, with new hi-tech cameras set to nab drivers on their mobile phones.
Horror moment car rams a cyclist
A bus driver captured the terrifying carnage a car running a red light caused, taking out a cyclist, clipping a pedestrian and smashing into another vehicle.
The shame behind the number 1226
This number — 1226 — represents a shocking statistic about the number of people who die on our roads in mostly preventible circumstances.
Footage no parent should have to see
Peter Frazer borrowed a camera to record his beautiful daughter Sarah’s birth. Then, 23 years later, he watched vision of her horrific death.
The road quiz driving Aussies crazy
A seemingly simple road rules question has gotten the better of many Aussie drivers, with motorists unable to decide on the correct answer.
Disturbing car crash stat revealed
JUST one item of active safety technology could cut car accidents by up to half, but does your car have it?
You want to call it what?
MARKETING a global product can be a tricky business, as the meaning of a brand can often be lost in translation, with hilarious results.
Shoppers lose it over parking fines
Dozens of shoppers have lashed one of Australia’s biggest carpark companies after they were hit with hefty fines for a “ridiculous” rule.
Woman’s ‘ludicrous’ act behind the wheel
Shocking footage captured a woman happily watching a movie on her mobile phone while driving through a busy Sydney tunnel.
Parking rule could cost you your licence
New rules giving parking inspectors more power over drivers could spell trouble for Aussie motorists as they risk copping more than just a fine.
Have you dodged a speeding fine?
South Australian police have pulled their handheld speed guns from service because of legal issues and will drop 125 cases as a result.
Push for new controversial $200 fine
It’s something that you probably do without even realising it and it may soon cost you $200, following renewed calls for higher pedestrian penalties.
Big mistake we make on the roads
There’s a big mistake Aussie motorists keep making on our roads. And research shows men are more likely to be guilty than women.
Huge fine for annoying road offence
One Aussie state is cracking down on annoying drivers who keep breaking a very simple rule — by increasing the fine from $52 to $200.
‘Aggressive’ windscreen washers on police radar
Bully window washers who force trapped drivers to get their windscreens cleaned will see a crackdown on their aggressive business tactics.
Student praised over legendary note
A sixth grade student who left a meticulous note for a driver after witnessing a hit and run has become an internet sensation.
Can you pass new learners’ test?
Queensland is phasing out its old learner driver exam with teens now facing a new online test, which even experienced drivers might find a bit tricky.
Time most of you text while driving
Motorists might be well aware of the dangers of texting and driving but they are more likely to use their phone at this time of day.
Driving habit putting you in danger
Most drivers are guilty of sneaking a few snacks behind the wheel but confusion around the legality of it means you could be risking more than a big fine.
Big changes to parking fines
If you’ve ever copped a parking fine for staying a few minutes longer than you’d paid for, this new rule will come as good news.
‘Why I used to despise cyclists’
Not long ago, Chris Cox used to think bikes shouldn’t be allowed on the road and loathed cyclists. Then, something changed.
Cyclist’s widow: ‘He did nothing wrong’
She has just lost her husband — the father of her three children — and Catherine Frewer has one request for everyone behind the wheel.
Why you don’t need AWD
CHEAPER to buy and service, a front-drive SUV will be thriftier and easier on brakes than an AWD.
This act makes drivers absolutely furious
Drivers and cyclists have been at war for years. But there’s one thing bike riders do which infuriates motorists more than anything – and is it legal?
Can you answer this road rule puzzle?
A quiz asking drivers to choose which car has right of way is leaving Aussies stumped, with the majority unable to figure out the right answer.
Action after cyclist’s ‘preventable’ death
A powerful government agency will probe allegations that lax policing has put the lives of countless cyclists at risk, following the death of a bike safety activist.
The road rule drivers are ignoring
There’s a potentially lifesaving traffic law that experts say the majority of motorists ignore — and they could wind up killing someone.
Wife’s heartbreak: ‘It’s not the end of me’
Catherine Frewer has vowed to keep fighting for her husband just days after he died saying “you won’t see the end of me”.
Share scooters set to flood our cities
A new dockless bike and scooter sharing scheme is getting rolled out in major Australian cities — but this one might actually work.
Is this the world’s most stylish SUV?
Range Rover’s Velar has upped the style ante in the prestige SUV world.
Cyclist’s horribly awful death
He felt passionately about the issue and campaigned for years. Now the cyclist is dead in the most tragic circumstances possible.
Cyclist’s death turns incredibly toxic
A CYCLIST’S tragic death sparked a discussion about safety, but then it descended into an expletive-filled mud-slinging contest.
Why Sydney roads are a jungle
KRIS Smith survived the jungle and Super League but nothing prepared him for driving in Sydney
Cyclists’ reason to ditch the helmet
BICYCLE helmets could no longer be compulsory in Australia if politicians listen to calls from the country’s biggest cycling lobby group.
City’s speed limit to be slashed
ONE of Brisbane’s busiest streets will see its speed limit cut by 20km/h after a plan to make the road safer proved successful.
Red light rule we all thought we knew
ALL drivers think they know this basic road rule, but there are some cases where you could be risking a fine by actually doing it.
Lane-hogging cyclists block cars for kms
A FURIOUS passenger has filmed 10 cyclists taking up an entire lane, leaving no room to overtake them.
New weapon catching out drivers
POLICE are testing new technology to target Aussie drivers by scanning the eyes of people behind the wheel to identify risky motorists.
Banned Aussie car to fetch $3M
One of only four “Phase IV” Falcon GT-HOs goes under the hammer this weekend, almost 50 years after politicians banned it from the road.
Australia’s unlikely slowest capital
IT’S no surprise Sydney has been named the worst Aussie capital for congestion, but it’s not Australia’s slowest-moving city for drivers.
Australia’s most congested city
THE capital city with the slowest traffic isn’t what you expect.
Why hybrids take high ground
Europe and the US are legislating diesel out of existence for health and environmental reasons
Big wave surfer’s board games
Garrett McNamara rides monster 30m waves — almost as entertaining are his journeys in search of swells
Australia’s most accident prone roads
STEER clear of these roads at peak hours if you want to avoid a prang.
Most common driving mistake exposed
WHEN it comes to driving, Aussie motorists make this common mistake every 96 seconds. And it’s not just stupid it’s also deadly.
$100m bridge dividing a town
A SLEEPY town is at war over a $100m government project which threatens to destroy an Australian landmark.
V8 champ’s embarrassing fail
MARK Skaife reveals his first driving experiences didn’t go so smoothly.
Why three is a prime number
We’ve had three-cylinders long enough now — in cars and motorcycles — to get used to their off-beat character.
Outcry after tourist’s horror crash
HEART-STOPPING footage of a crash between a tourist and a mini bus has sparked calls to change laws surrounding foreign drivers.
How the other half lives
If you’re rich enough to buy a luxury car, you’re rich enough to enjoy it — and the brands are happy to indulge you with a track day.
Cyclist picture leaves drivers fuming
A PHOTO of a group of cyclists riding on a Sydney road has drivers outraged, but it isn’t even the fact they are taking up a full lane that people are angry about.
Worst roads in Australia revealed
NEW analysis has identified the roads where car accidents occur the most, and which Australian city has the worst hotspot.
Bold new plan for police pursuits
AS A young cop fights for his life in hospital, police are calling for cars to be tweaked so police never have to do road chases again.
Car safety jargon deciphered
Modern cars have some mind-boggling safety tech these days. But how does it work?
Uber driver spat on, violently attacked
AN UBER driver’s dashcam has caught the horrific moment a passenger punched and spat in his face, verbally abusing him in the process.
Trump’s new set of wheels
THE President of the United States of America gets a huge new limousine and you won’t believe what is inside.
Little-known ways you can lose your licence
WE ALL know that drink driving or using your phone while driving are quick ways to lose your licence. But some lesser-known offences could also see you banned.
Tough ute’s ultimate torture test
Holden’s toughest Colorado gets put through its paces well off the beaten track.
Problem with solar panel roadways
ROADS made out of solar panels seems like such a perfect idea, but initial projects have had underwhelming initial results.
Road rule no one knows about
MANY motorists believe this bold move while behind the wheel is against the law. Turns out, you’re dead wrong.
Kia Stinger joins WA Police Force
SPEEDING drivers in the wild west need to watch out for new police patrol cars.
Most common way drivers damage their cars
THERE is one way Aussie drivers have a significantly increased risk of damaging their car and unfortunately there isn’t much motorists can do to avoid it.
Harsh new road rule you need to know
STRICTER penalties are in place from today for motorists caught using phones. Here’s everything you can and can’t do.
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