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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 ACT for four days from 24 April to 27 April over the ANZAC Day long weekend.
The NRMA
9 Apr 2026
close up of petrol bowser with four fuel pumps
close up of petrol bowser with four fuel pumps
Why is diesel more expensive than petrol in Australia?
Why is diesel more expensive than petrol in Australia?
Diesel is easier to refine than petrol and is vital to Australia’s running, so why did it become so expensive?
Sam Charlwood
9 Apr 2026
An E10 petrol bowser
An E10 petrol bowser
The facts: What is E10 fuel and why should we embrace it?
The facts: What is E10 fuel and why should we embrace it?
Everything you need to know around E10 fuel to help you make an informed choice about which fuel is the best for your wallet and the health of your car.
Sam Charlwood
25 Mar 2026
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A car on a road seen through a wet window screen of a car on a rainy day
Tips for driving in the rain
Tips for driving in the rain
These top tips from NRMA Driver Training will help you keep you safe when driving through the rain.
Open Road
20 Mar 2026
How to find Sydney's cheapest fuel
How to find Sydney's cheapest fuel
How to find the cheapest fuel prices Sydney
How to find the cheapest fuel prices Sydney
Petrol prices in Sydney are notorious for fluctuation. Here's how you can find the cheapest Sydney fuel prices near you.
Sam Charlwood
13 Mar 2026
close up of woman's hand putting yellow fuel nozzle into her car
close up of woman's hand putting yellow fuel nozzle into her car
Top tips to save on fuel while driving
Top tips to save on fuel while driving
Want to save money at the bowser? These tips can drastically improve your fuel bills.
Open Road
11 Mar 2026
A car using its high beams on a dark road
A car using its high beams on a dark road
Car sign language: What flashing high beams and other signals mean
Car sign language: What flashing high beams and other signals mean
Although indicators, hazard lights and high beams have official functions, motorists also use them unofficially (and potentially illegally) to communicate. Here’s a guide to car sign language.
Kris Ashton
21 Feb 2026
Toyota badge
Toyota badge
What does your car’s badge mean? Interesting brand logos explained
What does your car’s badge mean? Interesting brand logos explained
From electric efficiency to combustive passion, car badges showcase design, history and philosophies in clever and creative ways. Let’s take a look at some of the best.
Open Road
20 Feb 2026
Man using screwdriver to break into car
Man using screwdriver to break into car
Best ways to stop your car getting stolen
Best ways to stop your car getting stolen
With car theft hitting 20-year highs, it’s more important than ever to keep your vehicle secure. Here’s everything you need to know about car theft prevention.
Kris Ashton
19 Feb 2026
Primary school-age girl in school uniform holding hands with and looking up at her mother
Primary school-age girl in school uniform holding hands with and looking up at her mother
Back to school road safety checklist
Back to school road safety checklist
Keep your kids safe on their way to school with these practical tips for driving, walking, and preparing for the new school year
Open Road
13 Jan 2026

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