New Rules for Overseas Driver Licence Holders from October 2019
An Overseas Driver Licence holder is only allowed to drive in the state of Victoria, Australia for up to 6 Months, on their foreign licence, irrespective of Visa held.
During… Read the rest
The news headlines often highlight the high cost of petrol in Australia, and Yes, it does hit some highs at times, but there are also some lows, which are better for us, but… Read the rest
Some Little Known Road User Penalties in Queensland
Most people know that they will get fined for speeding on the road, and that is a very common event with over 3,500 active mobile speed camera sites within Queensland, but do… Read the rest
Some Little Known Road User Penalties in Queensland
Most people know that they will get fined for speeding on the road, and that is a very common event with over 3,500 active mobile speed camera sites within Queensland, but do… Read the rest
CarHistory offers the most comprehensive vehicle history information for Australian used car buyers.
CarHistory makes it easier and safer for people to buy their next used car by providing them with an online comprehensive used vehicle report, regardless of how… Read the rest
CarHistory offers the most comprehensive vehicle history information for Australian used car buyers.
CarHistory makes it easier and safer for people to buy their next used car by providing them with an online comprehensive used vehicle report, regardless of how… Read the rest
The minimum car or bike insurance that you must have in Australia is the COMPULSORY third party cover (CTP). All States and territories within Australia have CTP schemes which are funded through the application of compulsory… Read the rest
I’ve always thought that cars hold their value better in Australia than in the UK, with the prices of second hand cars being so much higher, and few really cheap ones, unlike in… Read the rest
How Fast do Cars Depreciate in Australia
I’ve always thought that cars hold their value better in Australia than in the UK, with the prices of second hand cars being so much higher, and few really cheap ones, unlike in… Read the rest
Drive My Car Coupon Codes extended to 30th June 2017
Code: DMC100
$100 off when you rent a car for 30 days or more
End Date: 30th June 2017
Code: DMC50
$50 off your 14 day rental
End Date: 30th… Read the rest
Drive My Car Coupon Codes extended to 30th June 2017
Code: DMC100
$100 off when you rent a car for 30 days or more
End Date: 30th June 2017
Code: DMC50
$50 off your 14 day rental
End Date: 30th… Read the rest
Driving on the Right Lane can cost $50 and Demerit Points.
We see many drivers using the Right hand lane instead of the Left lane when driving on dual carriageways in Australia, but how many know they are breaking the… Read the rest
Driving on the Right Lane can cost $50 and Demerit Points.
We see many drivers using the Right hand lane instead of the Left lane when driving on dual carriageways in Australia, but how many know they are breaking the… Read the rest
230 drivers were charged with drink driving, out of 20,488 tests.
Queensland Police charged 230 drink drivers and 93 Drivers under the influence of drugs during the weekending 11th December 2016, after carrying out over 20,000 roadside tests.
Another major… Read the rest
230 drivers were charged with drink driving, out of 20,488 tests.
Queensland Police charged 230 drink drivers and 93 Drivers under the influence of drugs during the weekending 11th December 2016, after carrying out over 20,000 roadside tests.
Another major… Read the rest
222 kph in a 100kph zone followed by Police helicopter
On the morning of 14th May 2016 the Police helicopter Pol Air 2 tracked a motorcycle allegedly travelling westbound at 222 kilometres per hour (138 mph) in a 100 kph… Read the rest
Thu 24th March 2016:
11,303 RBT’s performed with 58 Drink Driving Positives = 5.1 per 1,000 drivers
Fri 25th March 2016:
12,329 RBT’s performed with 72 Drink Driving Positives = 5.8 per 1,000 drivers
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2016 Queensland Drink Driving Results:
Thu 24th March 2016:
11,303 RBT’s performed with 58 Drink Driving Positives = 5.1 per 1,000 drivers
Fri 25th March 2016:
12,329 RBT’s performed with 72 Drink Driving Positives = 5.8 per 1,000 drivers
Sat… Read the rest
Most States in Australia allow tourists to drive on their own countries driver licence for the duration of their Visitor Visa.
There are however some exceptions, and the time allowed for this may… Read the rest
Do you need an International Drivers Licence in Australia
Some websites state very clearly that you need an International Drivers Licence in Australia.
HOWEVER…
Some states require you to carry an International Licence with your current foreign licence. Other states… Read the rest
Can you transfer your UK No Claims Bonus to Australia
Many Australian Insurers will accept your British No Claims Discount, and some do not even need to see it, unless you have a claim.
At that point they will need… Read the rest
Compliance rates for fixed cameras show that 99.9% of vehicles that pass a fixed camera are below the speed limit.
The road safety camera at the intersection of Warrigal Road and Batesford Road, Chadstone,… Read the rest
How to transfer a British Drivers Licence to an Australian Driver Licence
As soon as a non-Australian becomes resident in Australia, they need to get an Australian State drivers licence, within 3 months, if they wish to drive in Australia.… Read the rest
