Do more on Victorian transport: RACV
Victoria's key motoring body says more needs to be done to improve the state's transport infrastructure, although the East West Link and level crossing removals are positive steps.
The RACV has thrown its support behind the coalition's East West Link road project and the level crossing removal program flagged by both major parties ahead of the November 29 election.
But it says a commitment to the "missing link" between the Metropolitan Ring Road and the Eastern Freeway is needed.
The RACV has major safety concerns with the state's road maintenance at only "half-way to where is needs to be".
Sections of major highways across Victoria have fallen below two stars in safety ratings with no policies in place to correct the concerns.
RACV general manager of public policy Brian Negus said further road and public transport solutions were needed from all parties to keep Victoria safe and competitive.
"We need the political parties standing candidates at the next election to understand the critical need for increased investment in transport and mobility infrastructure projects and initiatives that will benefit Victorians and underpin the state's economic growth," Mr Negus said.
The RACV's election monitor transport report card is largely weighted towards the coalition with seven key transport commitments highlighted, versus two from Labor.
The Greens failed to make a mark on the monitor with no commitments for any road or public transport policies and complete opposition to the East West Link.
The RACV's infrastructure wish list includes providing a Melbourne airport rail link, improving bus services across the city and upgrading the Tullamarine Freeway.
The motoring group also wants a range of reforms to improve safety and ease the burden on families.
"Reforms include a six monthly option for vehicle registration payments, financial assistance for vehicle modifications for drivers with a disability and the banning of trucks from the right lane on all freeways with three or more lanes," Mr Negus said.
The RACV welcomed policies from both major parties to improve the capacity of Melbourne's groaning rail network.
RACV'S ELECTION WISH LIST:
North-East Link connecting Greensborough to Eastlink
Melbourne Airport rail link
State highway safety improvements on Calder, Western & Princes
Increased clearways across Melbourne
Improvements to bus services
Banning trucks in the right hand lane.
