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.
On The Road
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.
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