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New emissions-based registration for the ACT
Every ACT motorist can expect a new way of calculating vehicle registration from July 2024. Fees will be based on emissions from their vehicle, rather than weight. Meanwhile, more people with concession cards can qualify for free vehicle registration from July 2023. Read more
RAC finds distractions behind the wheel
Spare a thought for the RAC patrols next time you break down and call them out. A recent survey of RAC patrol callouts revealed that distraction is a serious threat to road safety. However, some are the findings are not so serious. Read more
Reform of Sydney’s tollroad network
From 1 January 2024, weekly tolls will be capped at $60 a week, on top of the existing rebate. The new NSW government has now taken on a review of Sydney’s tollroad network for the purpose of long-term reform. Read more
RACQ plans to exit Qld CTP scheme
RACQ has announced its intention to withdraw from the Queensland CTP scheme. It is one of the four CTP insurers in Qld and has a 20-year record of providing CTP. Some 1.2 million motorists choose RACQ, which is a 26% share of the CTP market. Read more
Queensland MAIC reviews its CTP scheme
Queensland last reviewed its CTP scheme in 2016. This state currently enjoys the most affordable CTP premiums on the mainland. In March 2023, the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC) released a discussion paper about how to improve the state’s CTP scheme. Read more
Save more money on tolls in NSW
Do you spend more than $375 a year in tolls? The Toll Rebate Scheme gives back up to $750 a year. Meanwhile, the Toll Relief scheme offers discounts on 12 month rego if you spent at least $877 up to $1,462 a year on tolls last financial year. Read more
Youi is the new CTP insurer in SA
General insurer, Youi, will begin selling CTP insurance in SA on 1 July 2022. It’s the first new insurer to join the SA CTP scheme since it was opened up to four private insurers. Read more
Canberra drivers receive an MAI refund
Thanks to the new ACT MAI scheme, most vehicle owners can look forward to an MAI refund in the next 12 months. Read more
Where are the worst places for car accidents?
Do you live near the most dangerous road in Sydney? The worst road for car accidents is the Hume Highway at Liverpool. It’s been the blackest spot for the past 8 years, except one. Read more
NSW motorists to get cheaper greenslips
Motorists can look forward to saving about $19 on greenslips in 2022. The State Insurance Regulatory Authority will make insurers return their excess profits. A mechanism in the new NSW CTP scheme allows SIRA to step in when insurer profit goes over 10%. Read more
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