Driving safely

Fog lights are a common feature of new vehicles. But they’re also a major source of aggravation to many road users.

‘Hang on’ sat-nav units are a common aftermarket accessory, with many attaching to the windscreen with a suction cup. Do you know you can be fined for incorrect placement?

Do you find that other traffic continually passes you even though your speedo says you’re doing the posted limit? Find out more about the Australian speedo accuracy requirements.

Several million Australian vehicles that have been fitted with Takata airbags are currently being recalled. Is your car at risk? Find out whether your car is involved and what you need to do to keep safe on Queensland roads.

The Australian Government regulates a wide range of products to ensure an acceptable level of consumer safety. Where a safety or compliance issue is identified, a vehicle or product may be subject to recall.

Cruise control is an almost standard feature of modern cars, but it attracts its fair share of criticism and uninformed comment.

Better vehicle lighting can improve driver recognition of objects and therefore increase vehicle safety. Learn more.

The windscreen of a modern car contributes to the overall strength and rigidity of the vehicle’s body and forms part of the vehicle’s passenger cell.
In some vehicles the passenger side airbag is designed to deploy against the windscreen glass, which guides it into the correct position in order to provide maximum occupant protection.

Windscreens that are severely damaged not only obscure the driver’s vision, but also can weaken the vehicle’s structure and affect the way passenger side airbags deploy.

Daytime running lights are white lights fitted to the front of vehicles. Their function is to make the vehicle more conspicuous against its background at times when headlights are not typically used.

Unintended acceleration is a term that refers to a vehicle moving further or faster than the driver intends. Find out what to do if it happens to you.

Avoid a hefty driving fine – know the rules before you head out on the road.

It’s important for drivers to be aware of other road users like cyclists, trucks, emergency vehicles and animals.

Transport regulations set out the rules for carrying loads on vehicles.