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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

big changes

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

affordable charge toll relief

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

Youi

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

NSW motorists to get cheaper greenslips

save excess refund

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