Winter is the worst time for animal collisions, particularly at dawn and dusk in the country. Nobody wants to hurt a wild animal yet relatively few drivers know what to do if they hit one. How to avoid wildlife on the roads. Read More
There’s no doubt cars in Australia are getting bigger and heavier. One reason is there are more safety features but mostly, it’s our preferences for larger SUVs and utes. Even most electric vehicles (EVs) weigh a third more than fuelled versions because of their batteries. Yet what does all this extra weight mean for road safety? Read More
Since 1 March 2023, all light vehicle models newly introduced to Australia must be fitted with autonomous emergency braking (AEB). It’s one of many driver assistance technologies designed to save lives and reduce injuries on the road. Even so, is vehicle tech the best way to reduce death and injury on the roads? Read More
Among the thousands of road rules in NSW, there are some that could trip you up. A few of them might even sound unlikely at first. Here we explain some tricky road rules, why they exist, and the fines and demerit points that apply if you break them. Read More
Driving distractions are increasing. Distraction is also one of the hardest things to track, measure and prevent. Many tech functions in cars, such as touchscreens, only distract you more. Meanwhile, new US research shows delivery drivers, parents and young people are more distracted than others while driving. Read More
Are women better drivers than men? You can expect a lively debate about that subject. But are women safer drivers than men? greenslips.com.au has been looking at the facts and found women are generally safer drivers than men. Read More
If you’re planning a long car trip in the summer holidays, you want to arrive safely. Make sure you check your vehicle thoroughly or organise a service before you set off. Then follow our 5 safe driving tips for an enjoyable holiday. Read More
Summer is here and it’s the time when you load up the car and take a long trip. In extreme heat, your car needs as much care as you do. Did you know call-outs for overheating engines almost double between November and February? Here are some simple ways to keep your car (and you) safe in a heatwave. Read More
There aren’t too many rewards for driving safely. The best the NSW government can offer is a half price drivers licence – but only with a spotless record for 5 years. Fines for bad driving continue to fill government coffers. Rather than habitually punish bad driving, isn’t it time to reward good driving? Insurtech may help us do that. Read More
A recent US study found turning SUVs, pickups and vans are far more likely than turning cars to hit pedestrians and kill them. In August 2022, there were 11 SUVs and 4 utes in the Australian top 20 of new car sales. Does this mean it’s becoming more dangerous to be a pedestrian? Read More