In February 2020, we wrote a 2-part series questioning whether self-driving cars were just a fantasy. Automakers have spent billions to make the dream come true, but have still achieved only partial automation. Unfortunately, most motorists don’t understand the difference between self-driving and partial automation – and that’s the danger.
If you’re yearning for an off-road motorbike, you’re in good company. Australians bought nearly 20% more new off-road bikes in 2021 than in 2020. They see off-road bikes as a good way to increase their fitness and mental health and to experience the countryside. While it’s still early days for electric motorbikes, two Australian companies […]
Media release September 2022. This year marks 20 years since cancer support network Can Assist Tumbarumba was established. Now a vital donation from city-based greenslips.com.au will help keep local cancer patients’ cars on the road.
Do you need a green slip for your ute? In June 2022, there were 4 utes in Australia’s new vehicle sales top 10. First and third were the ever popular Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger. In fact, light commercials now have 24% of the market, compared to passenger cars with only 19%. Find out the […]
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 […]
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?
One of our top 20 blogs asked: Is it safer to drive an automatic or a manual car? It was a good question then, but now automatics have become the standard. Is there still a place for the gearstick and clutch or will automatics replace manuals completely?
Is it time to renew your drivers or riders licence? Service NSW sends out a reminder in case you forget. In most cases, you can renew your NSW licence online but some people will have to go to a centre in person. Find out how to renew your full NSW licence.
London was first to impose a congestion tax to enter the city. Now the NSW government is discussing ideas for a congestion tax in Sydney. It’s also considering road user charges based on how far you travel. If a congestion tax is coming, driving to work could get more expensive.
Do you need a green slip for your motorcycle? Unfortunately, motorcycle greenslips can be expensive because riding a motorcycle is risky. Riders have a relatively higher chance of being seriously injured or dying. We explain how green slip prices are set and how much it costs to buy green slips for motorcycles in metro and […]