Road safety

Be Bus Aware highlights the importance of bus safety for all road users. Buses are large, heavy vehicles and can’t stop quickly. Each year, Bus Safety Week helps raise awareness for all road users on how to stay safe on and around buses, helping to reduce injuries and fatalities. Millions of trips NSW has one…

If you are buying a used car make sure you find out its star safety rating. Watch the 2 videos below to find out why. This crash at 60km/h shows why you should always choose the safest car you can afford. Even though they both cost around 10K, the Cruze has a five star used…

Do not queue across any type of pedestrian crossing – including a zebra crossing, pedestrian traffic light or children’s crossing – as it can force pedestrians into the way of traffic.

Kids count on their parents and carers when it comes to road safety. All children must be safely fastened in the correct child car seat for their age and size. Find out what’s best for your child: www.childcarseats.com.au

The NRMA has today released a report that recommends rewarding young drivers who maintain a clean probationary driving record with a free licence and a trial of connected technology to assess and reward young driver behaviour. The NRMA report, Come Home Safe, is part of the Road Safety Series and recommends a free licence for…

Did you know trucks are legally allowed to use both lanes while turning? So don’t overtake a turning heavy vehicle – you might not have as much room as you thought. The Australian Truck Association have released a series of animated videos designed to show motorists how to share the road safely with heavy vehicles. The video…

As the point of contact with the road, well maintained tyres are a vital part of vehicle safety. Worn or damaged tyres can severely compromise braking distances and handling, increasing the risk of a crash. If you drive your vehicle daily, check the tyres fortnightly. Our tyre safety tips provide practical advice: Keep tyres (including…

In a new study by French car giant Peugeot they have discovered that drivers typically take their eyes off the road for over 3km in an average one hour journey. Their test drivers were fitted with special glasses which had six small cameras to map where the retina of the eye was looking every 0.05…

Double demerits start at midnight tonight and continue until 11:59pm on Monday 1 January. Police will target speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and helmet offences. We all have a part to play in reducing the road toll. #TowardsZero More info: http://bit.ly/1OJvyjU