Urgent warning for parents and pet owners as mercury soars

RACQ has issued an urgent warning about the risks of leaving children and pets in cars with a severe heatwave expected to hit parts of western Queensland on Friday.

Motorists urged to shop around as prices stagnate in Toowoomba

RACQ has encouraged Toowoomba motorists to do their research before filling up the tank as prices remained high at most sites across the Garden City.

Feds urged to fund inland route

RACQ has renewed calls to fast-track Bruce Highway safety capacity and flood immunity projects, as well as Federal Government funding for the Inland Highway, after it was once again cut by recent flood waters.

Major road closures to impact drivers: RACQ

RACQ has urged drivers to plan ahead with two major roads near the Bruce Highway to be closed this week as part of a $812 million upgrade.

NQ on high alert as Cyclone Kimi approaches

RACQ has urged north Queensland residents to act now to prepare their homes and families as Tropical Cyclone (TC) Kimi threatened to make landfall Monday afternoon.

Time to dig in for 'shovel-ready' projects

RACQ has welcomed news the majority of $225 million in Federal Government funding for road safety projects in Queensland would be spent in regional areas.

TC Kimi has FNQ in scope

RACQ has warned residents to prepare as Tropical Cyclone Kimi pummelled towards far north Queensland communities.

Qlders urged to brace for severe storms, hail and possible cyclone

RACQ has urged property owners to prepare their homes for more wild weather, with severe storms predicted for south east Queensland over the weekend and a tropical cyclone likely to form off north Queensland early next week.

Play it safe on north Queensland roads

RACQ has warned motorists to continue to take care on the roads after flooding peaked in north Queensland’s Lower Herbert region on Tuesday night.

NQ wild weather not over yet

With two major weather systems set to collide in north Queensland, RACQ has warned residents to brace for more heavy rain and flooding.

Safer drivers, roads and cars key to saving lives: RACQ

RACQ has rallied behind by the Federal Government to urge motorists to belt-up, slow down and pay attention while driving but also called for a sustained, increased investment in roads and incentives to improve safety.

RACQ remains here for you during Brisbane lockdown

RACQ has assured its members critical services would remain available during the Brisbane lockdown period, but urged residents to stay home over the next three days to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Changes to mask rules while travelling in Greater Brisbane

RACQ has informed Greater Brisbane motorists they would no longer need to wear masks while travelling in their own vehicles from 6pm 11 January, but reminded them masks would still be mandatory on other modes of transport.

Back it up and avoid flooded roads

RACQ has warned motorists not to drive in flood waters, after a man was pulled from the roof of his car after becoming stranded in floodwater south of Ingham.

Keep calm on pre-lockdown roads RACQ

RACQ has called for courtesy and patience as major highways in south east Queensland were gridlocked in the wake of the imminent three-day Greater Brisbane lockdown.

Do the research before using personal car hire: RACQ

As Queensland drivers turned to personal car hire services in droves, RACQ has urged people to do their homework before signing up to subscriber schemes.

Price wars and a pandemic: the cost of fuel in 2020

Echoing a tumultuous year globally, RACQ has revealed this was reflected in 2020 bowser prices, with retailers enjoying record-breaking retail margins and fuel sold for less than a dollar.

Cheap fuel for regional Queensland in 2020

Drivers in most regional Queensland centres paid less at the pump in 2020 than those in the south east, as RACQ’s Annual Fuel Price Report revealed it was a tumultuous year in fuel.

Motorists need to prepare before they go outback: RACQ

With motorists using outback Queensland roads to avoid COVID-19 related border restrictions, RACQ has warned drivers not to make the journey west unless they are well-prepared for what can be difficult driving conditions.

Safety tech in cars just part of the puzzle RACQ

RACQ has reminded motorists not to let their guard down when behind the wheel, after a new study revealed many falsely believed their car would protect them in a crash.

Thousands of deadly Takata cars on Qld roads

RACQ has urged Queensland motorists not to risk lives by driving cars with faulty Takata airbags more than two and a half years after the worldwide recall was issued.

Hybrid and EV car sales lead the way during dismal 2020

RACQ has welcomed news of a bumper year for hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) sales after the wider car industry suffered its worst year since 2003.

RACQ comes to the rescue of 750,000 Qlders in need

RACQ has urged Queensland drivers to make a regular car maintenance check a New Year’s resolution, after the Club received more than 750,000 call outs to broken down vehicles in 2020.

North Queensland urged to get ready for drenching

RACQ has urged north Queensland residents to prepare themselves for more wild weather, with some regions to be hit with up to 300 millimetres (mm) of rain and damaging winds.

When is it time to start saving for a rainy day?

Queenslanders were being urged to tuck some extra money away for a rainy day when thinking about their financial New Year’s resolutions and savings plans.

Brace for heavy rainfall in the far north

RACQ has warned motorists in far north Queensland against taking any risks in flood waters, as a low pressure system crossed the coast as a category one cyclone and threatened to dump hundreds of millimetres of rain for days.

Don't drunkenly walk into danger: RACQ

RACQ has pleaded with Queenslanders to avoid walking home drunk this New Year’s Eve after shocking figures revealed 32 pedestrians were killed and 153 were hospitalised with serious injuries during 2020.

Shock at highest road toll in eight years

Queensland lost more people on our roads this year than in any other year since 2012, prompting a desperate plea from RACQ for motorists to stay safe behind the wheel.

Flooded roads in Queensland big wet

With more than 60 roads flooded across the State, RACQ has urged Queenslanders to plan their trips in advance and avoid driving through flood waters at all costs.

Wild weather to send off 2020

UPDATE: RACQ LifeFlight crews have performed a second overnight rescue after a couple were stranded after their car broke down in floodwaters east of Burketown in far north western Queensland.

Prepare for Christmas track closures

RACQ has warned commuters to plan alternative transport ahead of track closures this Christmas long weekend.

What you need to know before you hit the Boxing Day sales

Queenslanders have been warned to think carefully before shopping up a storm in the Boxing Day sales.

Plan ahead to beat the Christmas traffic rush

RACQ has revealed the best and worst times to hit the road for Christmas celebrations to avoid dreaded holiday traffic.

RACQ Foundation grant grows farm for those in need

Meals on Wheels recipients in the Pine Rivers region are set to receive farm fresh fruit and vegetables in their home delivered meals after a $20,000 donation from RACQ Foundation helped start a mini farm at Samford.

Shop around to dodge pricey fuel in Toowoomba

RACQ has warned Toowoomba motorists to avoid filling up the tank at the bowser, as prices remained expensive in the lead up to Christmas.

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.