Road safety
Slow down, move over & give space when passing emergency workers on the road.
The rules to improve the safety of emergency services personnel, tow truck operators and breakdown assistance providers working on the road, as well as the people they are helping changed in 2019. The changes also made it safer on higher speed roads where the time and distance required to reduce speed to 40km/h is the…
Read MoreGo Together Campaign. Respect each other’s space and ensure that everyone stays safe.
In NSW, drivers must give bicycle riders at least 1 metre of space when passing. On average, nine bicycle riders are killed and more than 1900 seriously injured in NSW each year. Bicycle riders represent about 2.5 per cent of total road fatalities and about 16 per cent of serious injuries. Drivers, bicycle riders and…
Read MoreBe Bus Aware highlights the importance of bus safety for all road users.
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…
Read MoreIf you are buying a used car make sure you find out its star safety rating.
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…
Read MoreSchool zones are back in operation today so stick to the 40km/h speed limit
Just a reminder that school zones are back in operation today. So keep our kids safe, stick to the 40km/h school zone speed limit and slow down.
Read MoreDo not stop or queue across any type of pedestrian crossing
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.
Read MoreDo you know what the best car seat is for your child?
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
Read MoreEaster Long Weekend Double Demerits start – Drive safe this Easter
More than one life lost for every day this year, has prompted NSW Police to take an unorthodox approach to road safety in the lead up to the Easter long weekend this year. NSW Police have launched the Easter long weekend road safety campaign, along with a proactive campaign aimed at ensuring motorists, passengers and…
Read MoreNRMA calls for free licences and rego for P-platers being safe on the roads
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…
Read MoreDid you know trucks are legally allowed to use both lanes while turning?
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…
Read MoreWell maintained tyres are a vital part of your vehicles safety
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…
Read MoreDrivers typically take their eyes off the road for over 3km in a one hour journey
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…
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