Research shows women are safer drivers than men. They are less likely to die on the roads, take risks, drink drive or break the road rules. Yet this doesn’t mean their motor insurance is necessarily cheaper. In fact, men and women with the same details pay the same for a green slip. Read More
Road safety
Are driving skills getting worse in modern cars?
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
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
Is it time for average speed cameras in NSW?
There has been a recent, unacceptable increase in road trauma in NSW. In February 2024, the government held a Road Safety Forum to explore what could be done about it. One idea was popular – use average speed cameras for light vehicles as well as trucks. Has their time come at last? Read More
How to be a more courteous driver
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
How parents can help their learner drivers
Parents may dread or welcome the day their young adult wants to learn to drive. The process of learning to drive can be long, expensive and emotional. Find your way through L plates to P plates and help your learner drivers come out safely on the other side. Read More
Your green slip covers lifetime injuries
Some people are injured so badly in a road accident they need treatment and care for the rest of their lives. Your green slip covers lifetime injuries through the Lifetime Care and Support scheme. This is why you pay the Fund Levy with your green slip. Read More
Top 10 money mistakes to avoid
Owning and driving a car in NSW can be expensive, so why waste money on unnecessary penalties? We’ve compiled a list of top 10 money mistakes that vehicle owners can avoid. Read More
Road rage – Is it getting worse?
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
The big car habit
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
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