Drivers win with fuel price trial to be made permanent
Queensland’s fuel market will be changed forever after both Labor and the Liberal National Party answered RACQ’s calls to make a trial into mandatory fuel price reporting permanent.
Don’t tackle finals traffic, public transport a free kick
RACQ has urged footy fans who planned on heading to the Gabba stadium to watch the AFL Grand Final this weekend to leave the car at home and catch public transport to avoid missing the opening bounce.
RACQ backs commitment for a second Bruce
RACQ has welcomed Labor’s $200 million promise to build an inland alternative to the Bruce Highway from Charters Towers to Mungindi if re-elected and called on other parties and the Federal Government to support the commitment.
Time to call out Queensland's worst roads
RACQ has called on motorists across Queensland to identify the State’s worst roads and help influence change by taking part in the Club’s Unroadworthy Roads Survey 2020.
Jobs created, lives saved: RACQ
RACQ has applauded the Federal Government’s budget cash splash of more than $2.6 billion for Queensland transport and road projects which would bust congestion, improve road safety and help the economy recover from COVID-19.
Drivers slugged by long weekend fuel hike
RACQ has warned drivers to do their homework before filling up for the long weekend or risk getting stung at the bowser, with unleaded prices varying by as much as 40 cents per litre (cpl) across the south east.
What you can do today to get storm ready
As the Bureau of Meteorology predicted a wild summer of weather with a 70 percent chance of a La Nina system forming, RACQ launched its Severe Weather Hub to help Queenslanders prepare.
Brisbane residents could be at risk this storm season
RACQ has issued a dire warning to Brisbane residents, with more than one in four locals admitting they left disaster preparation to the last minute and acted only when a severe storm was on their doorstep.
Elderly man airlifted after quad bike crash
A man, aged in his nineties, was rushed to hospital for treatment after the brakes on his parked quad bike failed, and the vehicle rolled down the hill and hit him.
RACQ's top priorities to keep Brisbane moving
The State’s peak motoring body has released its election wish list for Greater Brisbane ahead of 31 October, putting major highway investment, active transport and rail projects at the top.
Wild weather forecast for country Queensland
RACQ has urged Queenslanders in the west and south west of the State to prepare for severe thunderstorms which were predicted to hit later today.
More than 690 reasons to never leave kids in cars
RACQ has warned parents against making the mistake of giving their kids the keys or leaving them unattended in a vehicle as the Spring holidays were set to begin.
Shocking number of drivers admit to speeding
More than 70 percent of Queensland drivers have admitted to speeding at least once in the last year, which has prompted a stern warning to holiday makers to slow down when they hit the road.
Back-to-back missions make a busy night for RACQ CQ Rescue
RACQ CQ Rescue completed three back-to-back missions over nine hours in a particularly busy Saturday afternoon for the helicopter service.
Make mandatory fuel price reporting permanent in Toowoomba
RACQ has called for a commitment from both sides of politics ahead of the State Election to make mandatory fuel price reporting permanent in Toowoomba and across Queensland.
Master your money, master your mood: RACQ Bank
New research by Financial Counselling Australia has revealed those seeking free financial counselling support were also more likely to report mental health issues.
RACQ powers up Qld’s Electric Vehicle Superhighway
The State’s peak motoring body has joined forces with the Queensland Government and innovative energy company Yurika to switch on 13 new charging stations on the Queensland Electric Vehicle Superhighway (QESH).
Queenslanders urged to put finances first during recession
RACQ has called on Queenslanders to prioritise their financial wellbeing, as Australia was declared to be in a recession.
Slow down, animals around: RACQ and The Rescue Collective
RACQ and animal wellbeing advocates, The Rescue Collective, have joined forces to urge Queenslanders be aware of wildlife feeding near roads as it was peak season for collisions.
Pain at the parking station for motorists returning to CBD
Brisbane motorists have the second highest average off-street CBD parking costs in the country, according to new RACQ research.
The most stolen cars in Qld revealed
The Holden Commodore has again topped the list as Queensland’s most stolen car, after RACQ insurance claims data revealed thieves’ top 10 most sought after models to steal.
Qld’s most dangerous intersections revealed
Queensland’s most dangerous intersection has been revealed by RACQ, with the intersection at Kedron Park and Lutwyche roads in Brisbane taking out the title for the second year in a row.
RACQ Bank warns Queenslanders to swipe with caution on Afterpay Day
RACQ Bank urged shoppers to play it safe as buy now, pay later sales flooded stores across the State.
Qlders urged to get ready as fire danger looms
RACQ has called on Queenslanders to prepare their homes and families today as a very high fire danger warning was put in place across parts of the State.
Romance scams causing heartbreak in COVID-19: National Scam Week
Queenslanders have been warned to watch out for sweet-talking scammers this National Scam Week, as data revealed romance scams had risen by almost a quarter in the first half of 2020 when compared to the same period in 2019.