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Feel confident every time you get behind the wheel with simple, practical tips and advice. Stay informed with our collection of helpful articles that teach you how to drive confidently, avoid common mistakes, and follow important road rules.

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Group of cyclists riding down a road next to cars
Group of cyclists riding down a road next to cars
Sharing the road with cyclists
Sharing the road with cyclists
Whether you opt for a pushbike, motorcycle, car or truck, the roads are there to share. An educated, courteous and respectful attitude improves the journey for everyone.
Open Road
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Side view of petrol bowser
Should I buy a petrol or diesel car?
Should I buy a petrol or diesel car?
As Australia begins its transition towards ‘greener’ technology, an age-old argument rages on: petrol or diesel? Here we dissect the merits and drawbacks of both.
Sam Charlwood
Car on empty highway at night
Car on empty highway at night
Tips for driving at night
Tips for driving at night
Keep these easy tips in mind to prevent reduced nighttime visibility from turning into increased risk of an accident.
The NRMA
Red Volkswagen Amarok in front of a natural rock wall
Red Volkswagen Amarok in front of a natural rock wall
Let's talk the torque: why it matters for towing heavy loads
Let's talk the torque: why it matters for towing heavy loads
What is torque, and why does it make a difference when you’re towing a large load? Here’s everything you need to know.
Tim Pomroy
Computer monitor screen showing websites to check demerit points
Computer monitor screen showing websites to check demerit points
How to check your demerit points in Australia
How to check your demerit points in Australia
In the wake of another double demerits weekend, here’s how you check your own points status in each Australian state and territory.
Sam Charlwood
Police cars on the side of the road
Police cars on the side of the road
NSW double demerits
NSW double demerits
We advise motorists that double demerits are in place in NSW and the ACT for five consecutive days over the 2025 Anzac long weekend, from Thursday 24 April to Sunday 27 April 2025, inclusive.
The NRMA
NSW digital drivers licence
NSW digital drivers licence
Guide to NSW car licence laws for international drivers
Guide to NSW car licence laws for international drivers
It pays to read the rule book if you’re an overseas resident or student living in New South Wales.
Sam Charlwood
Speed camera sign
Speed camera sign
How does an average speed camera work?
How does an average speed camera work?
Motorists can have their speed measured in many ways. Here we look at how average speed cameras differ from fixed cameras and radar devices.
Liam Murphy
A sign that says "Water over road" sits in middle of flooded road
A sign that says "Water over road" sits in middle of flooded road
Why you should never drive through floodwater
Why you should never drive through floodwater
As north-east NSW braces for wild weather, here’s why you should never drive into floodwater. And what to do if you do...
Sam Charlwood
Filling a car's petrol tank
Filling a car's petrol tank
Weekly fuel report
Weekly fuel report
Our weekly fuel reports inform readers and media about current fuel price cycles and global influences that can impact the price Australians pay at the pump.
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