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111. The Fund Levy has gone up

The cost of the Fund Levy went up on 15 January 2026. It is part of the cost of your green slip. It pays for lifetime care for catastrophic injuries, public hospital and ambulance services, and the CTP insurance regulator.

112. Are touchscreens as dangerous as mobile phones?

Using touchscreen menus while driving could be as distracting as texting. In fact, the vehicle safety body wants to bring back button controls. It’s curious that touching a mobile phone while driving is an offence, but using a touchscreen is not.

113. What demerit points really cost you

The real cost of having demerit points on your licence is higher than you think. Did you know each demerit point lasts up to 40 months? You may also pay over half more for your green slip – for 3 years. If you reach the limit, you lose your licence.

114. Should we share our car with our kids?

To share or not to share your car? We look at the pros and cons of sharing your vehicle with your kids. See what it means for the cost of your green slip.

115. What are the costs to run a car in Sydney?

Your top 3 costs are car loans, fuel and motor insurance. With a loan, you could spend $213 or 72% more every week than someone without a loan. Find out the costs of running a car in Sydney.

116. What type of vehicle registration do I need?

We look at 5 different types of vehicle registration: concessional, conditional, taxi, seasonal, and unregistered vehicle permits. Do you know what type of registration your vehicle needs?

117. What does it cost to drive a taxi or rideshare?

Are you thinking of driving a taxi or using your vehicle for rideshare? You may be wondering what to do and how much it will cost to drive. Find out the initial and ongoing costs of running a taxi or rideshare.

118. How to understand CTP insurance

You need compulsory third party (CTP) insurance to register a vehicle in Australia. It protects you from financial loss if your vehicle is involved in a road accident causing injury or death to yourself, other drivers, passengers or pedestrians. That’s why it’s worth understanding CTP insurance.

119. Top 10 tips to help you stop speeding

How much do you know about speed and speeding? These top 10 tips will help you stop speeding and keep you on the right side of the law. This will also make your green slip cheaper.

120. Is At-Fault Driver Cover worth having?

Some drivers want extra cover in case they’re involved in a road accident and it’s their fault. Is At-Fault Driver Cover worth it? Perhaps, if you drive for work, drive often or travel long distances. Only NRMA Insurance now offers this type of cover on top of its green slip.