Writer and Researcher
Corrina used to lend her car to her kids and discovered what Ls, Ps and demerits mean for greenslips. After 20 years in financial services and over 9 years with greenslips.com.au, she’s an expert in the NSW CTP scheme. Read more about Corrina
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
Do you think there’s more road rage than there used to be? It’s reported that over three quarters of drivers have witnessed road rage and the proportion of road users threatened or harmed in an incident has doubled in 2 years. What are we getting upset about and why? Read More
If you have a road accident and it’s your fault, it could impact the price of your green slip. If you also incurred demerit points or made an insurance claim, this will push up the price. This is why safe driving, with no accidents, helps keep the price of your green slip down. Read More
Nobody expects to have to make a claim on their greenslip. If you’ve had a road accident, the last thing you want to worry about is how to claim. Find out what to do first, what you can expect from your insurer, and how to make a greenslip claim. Read More
Should we kick the big car habit? Australians love big, chunky SUVs and light commercial vehicles that can carry a tonne. There are several good reasons why we like them, including safety, space and tax breaks. But if we kicked the habit, what would we buy instead? Read More
If you break certain traffic rules, you get demerit points on your licence. Most drivers are suspended if they get 13 or more demerit points in 3 years. However, demerit limits depend on whether you are on Ls or Ps, unrestricted or you work as a professional driver. Read More
More people die on country roads than in the cities. Why? Country roads are more likely to be narrow, unsealed, potholed, or have deep ditches. Drivers tend to travel longer distances and are more prone to accidents in poor weather or with wild animals. Find out how to stay safe on country roads. Read More
You should review your insurer when it’s time to register your vehicle. All greenslips provide the same cover, but not all insurers are the same. Find out what to look for when you review your insurer. Read More
Is it true that nobody likes parallel parking? Are men more confident at parking than women? The answers are not as obvious as you might think. As more cars park themselves, there may come a time when we don’t know how to do it.
Do you think it’s getting harder to park? If you live in the city, it’s getting harder because many cars have outgrown the standard size parking space. This means there’s more chance of damage while parked. Find out whether your green slip covers you for car park accidents or prangs and scrapes. Read More
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