Border traffic gridlock as Qlders rush to get home: RACQ

RACQ has warned motorists to expect long delays at the border crossing over the next few days, as thousands of Queenslanders rushed to return home before the border closed again at 1am Saturday 8 August.

New parking provider to increase competition in Brisbane

RACQ has welcomed news a new parking provider would enter the market in Brisbane and would slash rates to just $10 per day.

Huge weekend for RACQ's Air Rescue Network

The first weekend of August proved busy for RACQ’s Air Rescue Network after dozens of Queenslanders were flown to medical treatment across the state by the fleet of helicopters.

Help shape the future of motoring in Qld: RACQ

RACQ has encouraged South East Queensland motorists to take part in Australia’s largest trial of Connected Vehicle Technology (CVT), to help shape future mobility in Queensland.

Horror year of bushfire claims sparks RACQ warning

After recording its worst year on record for bushfire insurance claims in 2019, RACQ has urged homeowners to get their evacuation plan ready, as peak bushfire season began in Queensland tomorrow.

155,000 reasons to check your car for deadly airbags

RACQ has again urged drivers to replace their recalled Takata airbags immediately, after it was revealed more than 155,000 cars still contained the potentially deadly airbags and there was just six months left for manufacturers to fix them.

Free driving lessons for parents and their learners

RACQ has urged learner drivers and their supervisors to take up a free driving lesson, as the Keys2Drive program celebrated its 750,000th lesson in Australia.

Drivers warned to expect crackdown on illegal parking in disabled spaces

RACQ has warned drivers who illegally parked in disabled spaces at shopping centre carparks that they would be caught, with the State Government pushing for parking inspectors to be allowed on private premises to fine those who ignored the rules.

Signal issues cause Brisbane traffic nightmare

RACQ has warned motorists to expect significant delays on the Inner City Bypass and Coronation Drive inbound this morning, due to a traffic signal issue.

SEQ motorists taken for a ride at the bowser: RACQ

RACQ has urged motorists to fill up immediately to avoid getting ripped off, with bowser prices skyrocketing in the south east without warning.

Qlders set to lose out on retirement, RACQ Bank warns

Queenslanders could be geared for a disappointing and difficult retirement as new data revealed 15 out of the top 20 suburbs for early superannuation withdrawals were from the Sunshine State.

Tragic crashes see road toll soar

RACQ has pleaded with motorists to be safe on the roads after a horror weekend saw five people killed in two separate crashes in Queensland.

New cameras rolled out to bust drivers on mobile phones

RACQ has warned Queensland motorists using their mobile phones or failing to wear a seatbelt could be caught on camera, with the new detection technology to be rolled out this week.

The $156 million traffic burden Queensland can’t afford

A new report by the State’s peak motoring body has revealed congestion on major south east Queensland roads cost businesses and the economy a whopping $156 million in lost time and productivity.

Road closures on Albert Street as CRR takes shape

RACQ has warned motorists to be aware Albert Street would have further closures from Monday 27 July, as work began on the second entrance for Cross River Rail’s underground CBD station.

Centenary Motorway needs to be election priority: RACQ

RACQ has called on all parties to make the Centenary Motorway a key election issue, following news today the LNP would commit $245 million to duplicate the bridge to ease growing congestion.

Wet weather warning for Queensland coast

RACQ has urged motorists living in coastal areas to take extra care on the road with some regions expected to receive their average monthly rainfall over the next few days.

Pedestrian fatalities soar in Queensland

RACQ has issued a warning to motorists to be extra vigilant when driving, after the number of pedestrian fatalities on Queensland’s roads increased by more than 125 percent compared to last year.

New number plates for Queenslanders

Queensland number plates would be changing after the State ran out of number and letter combinations, according to RACQ.

Leniency needed for late rego notices: RACQ

RACQ has called on the Department of Transport and Main Roads to be lenient on motorists who were sent registration notices late, after an issue with the finalisation of fees for 2020-21.

Travel Go Card free on GC trams

RACQ has welcomed news ticketing technology was being trialed on Gold Coast trams that could give travellers more flexible payment options beyond Go Cards.

Motorists urged to check their car for deadly airbags

RACQ has again urged Queensland drivers to replace their potentially deadly Takata airbags, as it was revealed the website ismyairbagsafe.com.au had been used 11 million times to check for vehicles affected by the compulsory recall.

Peak hour no longer peaks on Centenary Mwy

Motorists using Brisbane’s busy Centenary Motorway have experienced a reduction in their weekday daily commute time, with the impact of COVID-19 resulting in a return to one peak hour rather than peak hours, according to RACQ.

RACQ to help future proof Bruce Highway

RACQ has met with other transport and industry bodies as part of the Bruce Highway Trust Advisory Council to identify a pipeline of projects to improve Queensland’s longest road.

Toowoomba drivers witness birth of local fuel price cycle

The State’s peak motoring body has revealed Toowoomba has developed its own fuel price cycle, a first for regional Queensland.

Changed member behaviour sparks RACQ review

RACQ has vowed to return any significant profit made on personal motor insurance to its members holding a personal motor insurance policy*, as a result of unexpected changes to the way Queenslanders were driving.

More traffic changes on the way around Kingsford Smith Drive

RACQ has warned motorists Grays Road in Hamilton would be closed in both directions from Monday 20 July for up to three weeks, as part of the Kingsford Smith Drive upgrade works.

RACQ leads the way with flashing lights trial

In a world-first, RACQ was trialling specially designed flashing lights in real conditions, that could make responding to incidents safer for roadside workers.

Vision impaired Queenslanders can now use disability parking

The State’s peak motoring body has welcomed new laws which allow vision impaired Queenslanders to apply for disability parking permits and use disability parking spaces.

Young drivers warned: don't hit road underinsured

RACQ has urged young drivers to ensure they had the right cover to protect them, after new research by the insurer revealed 30 percent of Queenslanders between 18 and 25, didn’t know what their comprehensive car insurance covered them for.

RACQ backs new camera laws to keep motorists safe

The State’s peak motoring body has thrown its support behind new camera legislation which would help catch dangerous drivers on their phones behind the wheel or those not wearing a seatbelt.

Thousands of motorists caught speeding in school zones

RACQ has put drivers on notice as class returned, revealing almost 40,000 fines had been handed out for speeding through school zones over a two-year period.

Park safely and legally to avoid a fine

RACQ has warned motorists to park safely and legally as school students returned to the classroom for term three in Queensland today.

Driving tests resume for all learner drivers

RACQ has welcomed news learner drivers could book in practical driving tests after the backlog caused by the COVID-19 shutdown had been cleared.

New border pass available online

RACQ has informed motorists they could now apply for the new Queensland Border Declaration Pass online ahead of the borders opening from midday Friday 10 July.

RACQ grant helping kids in care

More children in crisis or living in care would receive kits of essential items, as well as clothing and toys, after charity group Care Kits for Kids Qld Inc received an RACQ Local Sponsorship grant.

Plan ahead and pack your patience as borders open

RACQ has reminded motorists to pack their patience ahead of the Queensland borders opening tomorrow (Friday 10 July) to all States and Territories except for Victoria.

Buyer beware of online car buying: RACQ

RACQ has warned car buyers to do their research before signing on the dotted line, after a new report found more people were purchasing a vehicle online, without doing a test drive.