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On The Road
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.
‘Scream of agony’ after boy fell from car
Residents have described the moment a three-year-old boy died in a horrific traffic incident on a suburban street.
Couple killed after tree falls on car named
A WA couple who died in a bizarre accident during wild weather have been remembered as well-loved in the community.
Two men fighting for life after horror crash
Two trucks and a car have collided, closing a major highway and leaving two men fighting for their life.
Tesla in fatal crash ‘was in self-drive mode’
A Tesla which hit and killed a 28-year-old man was using self-drive mode, police have announced.
Tragedy as couple killed in freak accident
An elderly couple have been killed in a tragic accident after a large tree fell on their car during wild weather.
Aussie family’s battle over ‘stolen’ car spot
A furious mother has detailed the lengths she went to in order to reclaim her car spot after it was taken by another driver in her apartment block.
Single mum fights for life after horror crash
A 27-year old single mum who was involved in a terrifying car crash is fighting for life in hospital.
‘Screams’: Responder on horror NSW crash
A first responder who arrived at a crash which claimed the lives of three young people, has recalled the harrowing screams which have not left her since.
‘Die’: Biker’s classy response to road rager
A female motorcyclist who was told to “f***ing die” during a terrifying road rage incident has been praised for her classy response to the driver.
Cops’ plea after man left for dead on road
Detectives are appealing for more information after a passer-by located the dead body of a man who is believed to be in his 60s.
Horror sign Aussies are losing cost crisis
Australians’ changing driving habits have revealed the shocking reality behind the nation’s cost of living crisis.
‘Scary’ glitch reveals massive car fail
A piece of technology that was supposed to make driving safer has instead caused a massive problem on our roads, Caleb Bond writes.
Eye-watering cost of EV transition
The transition to electric vehicles that can be charged at home for a million Australians is mind-blowing, experts have warned.
Death fears spark safety recall
The popular product used to prop up vehicles has been urgently recalled over fears it could cause fatalities.
Delays as traffic deadlocked on major road
The major road which allows workers to head to The Central Coast from Sydney has been closed as a result of the crash.
Car collides with bus carrying 20 students
Police are investigating after the car collided with a bus carrying 20 high-school students.
Dad hit with fresh charge after fatal crash
A young father has been hit with a new charge after he was accused of driving at nearly twice the speed limit before a horror crash that killed two teenagers.
Woman rushed to hospital after bus crash
A woman has been rushed to hospital and emergency crews are attending the scene of a crash between a bus and a car.
Plea for change after ‘shocking’ road deaths
Australia has just recorded its deadliest road toll in 12 years, with more than 100 Aussies losing their lives every month.
Teen phone thief immediately killed by bus
Disturbing footage has captured the moment a teen snatched a mobile phone from an elderly man before being fatally struck by a bus just seconds later.
Kids in hospital after 24hr car crash chaos
Families and emergency services are reeling from five serious car crashes within 24 hours, with multiple people suffering life-threatening injuries, including children.
Crackdown after driver racks up 200 points
Police will investigate potential fraud in one state’s demerit points system after a French national racked up 200 points.
Tradie allegedly killed, dragged 100m by ute
A driver broke down in tears as he watched footage which allegedly shows him dragging a young tradie alongside his speeding ute during a fit of road rage.
Man found injured on major highway
A passer-by found the man lying on a major highway with upper-body injuries and he has been taken to hospital.
Boy, 11, dies after being struck by bus
Police are investigating the death of an 11-year-old boy after he was struck by a bus while riding a bike.
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