Central, north Queenslanders urged to prepare for severe storm

With thunderstorms predicted for parts of central and north Queensland, RACQ has urged locals to secure any loose items and move their vehicle undercover.

Don't be a turkey: Keep Fido away from the leftovers

More than one third of Queenslanders have admitted to feeding their pets potentially toxic Christmas leftovers, with roast meat and potatoes topping the list of most popular foods that end up in the dog bowl.

The mechanics who saved Christmas

With thousands of Queenslanders hitting the roads over the festive season, RACQ has revealed it attended nearly 18,000 calls for assistance last Christmas, fixing flat batteries and tyres and unlocking cars during the holiday season.

Deadly Qld intersections revealed

Queensland’s most deadly intersections have been revealed, prompting a warning from RACQ for motorists to play it safe on the roads ahead of Christmas.

Jump in water damage claims prompts warning

With almost 10,000 claims lodged for water damage to homes insured by RACQ in the past three years, the Club has issued a warning to Queenslanders to turn off their water main before they set off on Christmas holidays.

Follow the rules for a safe scoot: RACQ

Shocking new statistics have revealed the number of people seriously injured on e-scooters in Brisbane in the last year, prompting a warning from the State’s peak motoring body.

Make your pet's stay-cation pawsitive: RACQ

More than half of Queensland pet owners have admitted they would leave their fur baby at home in the care of a sitter, friend, family member or neighbour over the Christmas break.

Drivers overcharged for underpoured petrol pumps

RACQ has warned drivers they could be getting less than what they paid for at the petrol pump, after concerning new data revealed one in 20 service stations in Australia under-poured fuel.

Busiest year for helicopter rescues

RACQ CQ Rescue was on track to break a record of more than 700 missions this year, having recorded its busiest year yet.

Have a smooth start to Christmas

RACQ has urged drivers to take necessary precautions to ensure their cars were set for a smooth trip ahead of Christmas.

Traffic forecasts for Christmas road trips

Congestion on south east Queensland’s major roads would begin from lunchtime today, as tens of thousands of people began their Christmas holidays, RACQ has predicted.

ANCAP reveals safest cars of 2019

The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has revealed its best cars for 2019, with the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, Tesla Model X and Tesla Model 3 taking out the top spots.

Technology hasn’t replaced good driving: RACQ

New research has found drivers who used modern safety features in their vehicles were more prone to become complacent, prompting a warning from the State’s peak motoring body.

RACQ supports call for bike lanes in Brisbane CBD

The State’s peak motoring body has supported a proposal to install a series of segregated bike lanes throughout the Brisbane CBD in a bid to ease congestion and improve safety for cyclists.

Avoid Fraud-mas with these simple tips

With many Queenslanders set to purchase their last-minute Christmas gifts online, RACQ has urged Queenslanders to shop safe during the silly season and avoid being a victim of fraud.

Tesla, MG and Audi end the year on an ANCAP high

Tesla has come out on top in the latest round of reviews from vehicle safety authority, Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP), achieving a record-equalling high score.

More cars get added to deadly Takata recall

RACQ has warned owners of eight car brands to check their vehicles immediately with up to 78,000 more vehicles potentially affected by deadly Takata airbags.

Qlders risking home theft this Christmas

As Queenslanders prepared to take off on Christmas holidays, RACQ has revealed one in five home owners admitted they wouldn’t be taking any extra precautions to protect their home from a break-in while they’re away.

Be street smart to avoid car theft

RACQ has urged Queensland drivers to be vigilant when it comes to car security, after shocking new data revealed motor vehicle theft had doubled in the State in the last five years.

Don't become a statistic this Christmas

RACQ has issued a strong warning to drivers ahead of the holiday season following two fatalities on Queensland roads over the weekend.

Fuel price pain: Sunshine Coast smashes record

The Sunshine Coast has hit an all-time record high fuel price in Queensland, with local motorists stung on average a whopping 173.2 cents per litre (cpl) for unleaded petrol.

SEQ regions smash petrol price records

Petrol price records have been smashed across Queensland’s south east, with new all-time record highs being felt now in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Ipswich.

Monkey see monkey do behind the wheel too: RACQ

The State’s peak motoring body has put parents on notice, as new data unveiled the high number of young drivers copying dangerous driving habits.

More transparency around airport parking needed: RACQ

RACQ has echoed calls by the Federal Government to put airports ‘on notice’ to improve the transparency of car parking charges and provide greater affordability for motorists.

Brisbane fuel hits record high price: RACQ

River City fuel prices have hit an all-time record high, with motorists being charged on average a whopping 171.2 cents per litre (cpl) for unleaded petrol.

Respect pram parking this Christmas: RACQ

RACQ has urged Christmas shoppers to be respectful in busy shopping centre car parks and reserve pram parking spaces for those who they are intended for.

RACQ: Plan ahead to avoid protest delays

RACQ has urged drivers to consider alternative modes of transport on Wednesday and Friday this week, with more planned protest action expected to cause chaos for commuters.

What Qld needs before the 2032 Olympics

RACQ has thrown its support behind Queensland’s bid for the Olympic Games but said major infrastructure projects were needed if it was to host in 2032.

Kids at risk with flaw in CTP scheme

RACQ has called on the Queensland Government to put kids first in the State’s Compulsory Third Party (CTP) scheme and protect them regardless of who was at fault in a crash.

Stay safe on the roads this Christmas

RACQ has thrown its support behind the Queensland Police Service’s Christmas road safety campaign, Operation Romeo Sleigh, launched today to target the Fatal Five during the holiday period.

Cameras to catch mobile phone use in Qld

Drivers using their phones behind the wheel will soon be caught by new cameras to be trialled next year in Queensland, a move the RACQ had been calling for, for years.

RACQ calls for more money for victims from CTP insurance

RACQ's Paul Turner sheds light on why it's so important Queenslanders understand their Comprehensive Third Party (CTP) insurance scheme and what the Club's doing to start the conversation about reform.

Dodgy car crash calls now a crime: RACQ

RACQ has applauded a decision to make it illegal for claim farmers who cold called unsuspecting Queenslanders, prompting dodgy Comprehensive Third Party (CTP) insurance claims.

End of the road for free toll

RACQ has reminded motorists the toll free period on the recently opened Toowoomba Bypass would end in the coming days.

Roma Street closures as Cross River Rail ramps up

RACQ has warned Brisbane drivers to brace themselves for road closures on Roma Street this weekend, as construction on the Cross River Rail project reached a new stage.

Sunshine Coast residents targeted by storm chasers

After the region was slammed by a severe hailstorm, Caloundra and Sunshine Coast residents have reported they’re being approached by dodgy third party contractors trying to coerce them into making non-genuine insurance claims.

New school changes class times to ease congestion

RACQ has welcomed a move by a new Brisbane school to alter its start and finish times in a bid to manage potential traffic chaos across the city.

RACQ urges patience as interchange opens

The State’s peak motoring body has urged Sunshine Coast drivers to allow extra travel time, with extensive delays being experienced at a new interchange opened on Wednesday night.

Small luxury car scores 5 stars for safety

The BMW 1 Series has been the latest to score five-stars from vehicle safety authority, Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP), in its recent round of reviews.

Stricter safety rules for left turn on red: RACQ

The State’s peak motoring has welcomed a move by the Queensland Government to impose stricter conditions on the Left Turn On Red (LTOR) trial currently in place on selected Brisbane roads.