Most people consider themselves to be good drivers. Yet many are still using their phones while driving, two fifths admit to speeding, and a fifth knowingly drive even though they are really tired. If you get demerit points for dangerous driving, it pushes up the cost of your green slip. Read More
If traffic fines are supposed to deter people, then fixed fines deter low income earners more than wealthy people. A new report by an Australian thinktank proposes Australia adopts the Finnish method of basing traffic fines on income. Read More
Demerit points are one measure of unsafe or unlawful driving so it’s worthwhile knowing all about them. Did you know they can push up the price of your green slip for 3 years? Here are our top 10 tips on demerit points. Read More
The best way to avoid getting demerit points is to follow the road rules. Many common traffic offences incur demerit points. During double demerit periods, you get twice the usual number for speeding, seatbelt, motorcycle helmet and mobile phone offences. Being well informed helps you avoid getting demerit points. Read More
The real cost of having demerit points on your licence is higher than you think. Did you know each demerit point you incur lasts for 40 months? This means you could reach the limit and lose your licence. You could also pay up to a third more for your greenslip for 3 years. Read More
Modern cars are brimming with new technologies to make the process of driving easier and safer. At the same time, are they breeding a false sense of security? We look at how modern cars may be better designed, but our driving skills could be getting worse. Read More
Green slips for young drivers are expensive. They are new to the roads and lack of experience can be life threatening for them. In fact, road deaths in this age group are on the rise. By driving safely each year, young people should see the price of their greenslip come down. Read More
Driving is so much part of daily life that losing your licence can be difficult. If you accumulate 13 demerit points on a full licence, you will lose it. We asked two people what it’s like to live with lots of demerit points or without a licence. Read More
If you drive a lot, the chances are you appreciate it when other drivers are courteous towards you. Courteous driving is more than just following the road rules. In fact, there are some unwritten road rules that help to make everyone’s drive more enjoyable. Read More
It seems like everybody loves a road trip. We asked the team if they had any great tips for when you next take to the road. Some of them are predictable and some are a little quirky. See if you can use any of their tips for a road trip. Read More
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