NewsYahoo News AustraliaWhen do double demerits start for the Easter long weekend?
Motorists should be warned double demerits apply this Easter long weekend as well as coronavirus restrictions.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSimple overtaking question leads to myriad of responses
Although the majority of responders agreed they should slow down, there was debate over the speed they should reduce their vehicle to.
TechnologyYahoo News AustraliaThe new mobile phone fine drivers could cop from March 1
The grace period for NSW motorists caught using their devices on mobile phone detection cameras is now over.
PoliticsYahoo News AustraliaFine for 'arrogant' parking offence set to skyrocket
Fines are set to soar for 'selfish and arrogant' drivers who ignore the rules for reserved disabled parking bays.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPolice take subtle swipe at driver snapped in 'accident waiting to happen'
The driver was snapped in NSW's Hunter Region and could be facing a hefty fine for behaviour like this.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMan's 'expensive' lesson while driving with three young kids in his car
A 23-year-old driver's mistake led to a $2000 fine after being pulled over with a nine-month-old baby, 2-year-old and 4-year-old in the back of his ute.
HealthYahoo News AustraliaElderly man 'waiting for his wife' abused for parking in disabled spot at Coles
The 74-year-old was pictured parking in a disabled spot in Sydney's northwest and was confronted by another man.
TechnologyYahoo News AustraliaFine for 'deadly habit' behind the wheel to increase from today
Police will be cracking down on drivers caught using their mobile phones in Queensland.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDriver's 'concerning' act lands him 24 demerit points and $1300 in fines
The man was initially pulled over by police who suspected he was speeding. But upon closer inspection, they made a shocking find.
EntertainmentYahoo News AustraliaShocking moment P-plater turns the wrong way at a roundabout
The split second decision could have ended in a head on collision.
PoliticsYahoo News AustraliaNew road rule involving cyclists could see drivers cop hefty fine
The law operates in most Australian states except this one.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHarsh new penalties in force from today for 'reckless' act on roads
From January 17, smokers caught tossing their cigarette butts out the window will be heavily fined and receive demerit points for their 'reckless behaviour'.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHow the road rules for L and P plate drivers differ around Australia
You may be surprised by the different rules learner and provisional drivers face in states around Australia.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFrom wearing headphones to eating: What you can and can't do behind the wheel
There are a number of common acts motorists partake in behind the wheel – here's what you're actually allowed to do while driving.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDriver racks up 392 demerit points and $54,000 fine
The 22-year-old is accused of reaching speeds up to 178km/h on numerous streets across Brisbane between October and December.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDriver's stunning question after being handed 30 demerit points
The driver, who was also fined $1720, had four children in the car – but police were unimpressed with how they were seated.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaThe new Australian road rules being introduced in 2020
Aussie drivers will see harsher penalties, new technology will record drivers and split-second decisions could cost you your licence.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMan driving with young kids loses licence over 'disgusting' act
The 35-year-old driver was hit with $1032 worth of fines and was handed 18 demerit points.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPolice forced to defend 'cheeky' location of speed camera van
The unusual position of a speed camera van set up to catch drivers after Christmas has been blasted as blatant revenue raising by some motorists.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaEverything you need to know before your New Year's road trip
From packing your luggage to checking your tyres – the rules you need to know before road tripping.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMum loses her license after racking up 34 demerit points
The woman was pulled over in Sydney's west after police said she was using her phone while driving.
NewsYahoo News Australia'No real excuse': P-plate driver's 'irresponsible' act lands him 20 demerit points
A P-plate driver was pulled over for 'random testing' and what NSW police officers found in his car also ended with a $1300 fine.
TechnologyYahoo News AustraliaThe mobile phone rules that could cost drivers hefty fines
With fines increasing dramatically, there are a number of ways mobile phones can cost drivers.
NewsYahoo News Australia‘I just had this gut feeling’: Devastating moment mum discovers 20-year-old’s crash death
Vicki Richardson said she would never forget the sound her body made the day she got the call her daughter was killed in a fatal crash in Victoria.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaWhen and where double demerits start for Christmas and New Year holidays
Aussie drivers in several states are facing hefty penalties over the holidays as people take to the roads for an end-of-year break.