Qld drivers slapped with speeding fine every 30 seconds

The State’s peak motoring body has pleaded with drivers to slow down, after shocking new statistics revealed Queenslanders were slapped with a speeding fine every 30 seconds last financial year.

Massive delays on Brisbanes train network

Brisbane northside commuters have been left stranded with a signal fault causing mass delays of up to half an hour on all lines, the RACQ has warned.

Road closures rev up for Gold Coast 600

The State’s peak motoring body has warned motorists several road closures would be in effect from today, ahead of the Gold Coast 600 this weekend.

Petrol price hike imminent

RACQ has warned motorists in south east Queensland petrol prices were about to peak to near record highs for unleaded.

‘Spend this time and money wisely’: RACQ

The State’s peak motoring body has called on governments to get down to business with delivering critical road and infrastructure projects across regional Queensland.

Shocking number of drivers snapping on the road

The State’s peak motoring body has pleaded with drivers to leave the phone alone, after startling new research found one in six young drivers used Snapchat behind the wheel.

Get on board public transport reporting

The State’s peak motoring body has echoed calls for open and transparent data reporting about public transport performance on Brisbane’s bus network.

How Qld drivers are saving hundreds on fuel each year

The State’s peak motoring body has urged drivers to shop around, after a new report found Brisbane motorists could save hundreds of dollars a year by fuelling up with the cheapest retailers.

RACQ sets record straight on indicating at roundabouts

RACQ has set the record straight on indicating at roundabouts, after a social media post sparked controversy among Queensland drivers.

Skinny roads aren't a congestion solution: RACQ

RACQ has dismissed a plan to reduce lane widths on highways and motorways in a bid to encourage Australians to buy smaller cars and squeeze more vehicles onto the road.

Don’t be a blockhead!

RACQ has reminded Queenslanders about the rules around blocking intersections after a growing number of drivers were spotted doing so in CBD streets across Australia.

Alarming new research finds tired parents push limits

RACQ has issued a major wake up call to new parents after alarming research found they could be among the most dangerous on the road.

Ditch the car and give cycling a go

RACQ has encouraged drivers to ditch the car and pedal in to the office on Wednesday for Ride2Work day.

RACQ calls for toll incentives to tackle congestion

RACQ has renewed its calls for greater toll discounts and incentives to be offered in Brisbane to help ease congestion across the city.

Shonky storm chasers may push up local premiums

RACQ has warned Sunshine Coast residents ‘storm chasers’ who hounded Gympie and Gold Coast residents earlier this year have brought their dodgy tactics to the coast.

Thumbs up for new ferry terminal

RACQ has welcomed a proposed ferry terminal at a popular dining and entertainment precinct in Brisbane in a bid to ease congestion on surrounding streets.

Congestion charge not the solution

The State’s peak motoring body has rejected calls to introduce a congestion tax in Brisbane and urged governments to get to work on providing better public transport rather than looking to charge motorists more.

Heatwave risk to children and pets in hot cars: RACQ

Queenslanders have been warned by the State’s peak motoring body about the risk of leaving children and pets in cars, with the mercury predicted to hit 40 degrees in some areas this week.

Monthly rego to ease bill burden on household budget

RACQ has welcomed a move by the Queensland Government to allow drivers to pay their registration bills by the month.

Dangerous driving in Qld drenching

RACQ has warned motorists about treacherous driving conditions this weekend, with the weather bureau predicting some parts of the state to cop up to 70mm of rain.

RACQ rejects move to slash school zone times

RACQ has criticised a proposal to shorten school zone times across Cairns in a bid to ease congestion.

Don't let a sip or snack cost you a fine

RACQ has clarified the rules around eating and drinking behind the wheel, following reports a man was fined for sipping from a water bottle while driving.

Road rules needed to drive autonomous vehicle revolution

RACQ has backed calls for consistent road rules ahead of driverless cars being rolled out across Australia.

SsangYong receives first ANCAP five-star rating

Korean brand SsanYong has secured its first five star rating from vehicle safety authority Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP), after the new Korando mid-size SUV met the most stringent criteria.

RACQ backs plan to deliver heavy rail relief

RACQ has welcomed the State Government’s announcement of the locations of three new heavy rail stations to be built on the Gold Coast.

Stop stalling: Work needs to start on Coomera Connector

The State’s peak motoring body has called for planning to progress on the Coomera Connector, claiming a new proposal to slash the speed limit and reduce the number of lanes could see the project stalled.

Red light running risks lives every 20 minutes

The State’s peak motoring body has taken aim at drivers after it was revealed more than 26,000 drivers were caught by red light cameras in Queensland.

Transport solution needed to meet late night demand

RACQ has called for gap in the Gold Coast Light Rail timetable to be bridged to help get late night commuters home safely and more efficiently.

Heat wave risk: thousands of babies locked in cars

More than 1300 children were rescued from locked cars in Queensland in the past year and this week’s soaring temperatures have prompted a safety warning by the State’s peak motoring body.

Red light running risks lives every 20 minutes

The State’s peak motoring body has taken aim at drivers after it was revealed more than 26,000 drivers were caught by red light cameras in Queensland.

Planned protests to cause CBD traffic chaos

RACQ has urged Brisbane drivers to consider making the switch to public transport this week, with planned protest action expected to cause traffic chaos in the CBD.

New fuel price record a near miss for Brisbane

Despite petrol stations gouging motorists with exorbitant retail margins this week, Brisbane drivers have narrowly escaped being charged a record-breaking average price for fuel.

Cycle upgrade to come at cost of car parks

The State’s peak motoring body has welcomed a proposal for a cycle route to be upgraded in West End, but called on Brisbane City Council to refine the design and minimise impacts to other road users.

RACQ dispels myth on double demerits

While double demerit points would not apply to Queensland drivers this long weekend, RACQ reminded drivers certain offences carried the tough penalty all year round.

RACQ renews calls to fix notorious north Qld highway

The State’s peak motoring body has renewed its calls for urgent upgrades on the Bruce Highway following a spate of fatalities in north Queensland.

Long weekend traffic double whammy

The State’s peak motoring body has warned drivers of considerable traffic delays on major arterial roads from today, with the long weekend to coincide with the end of school holidays.

RACQ welcomes crucial M1 upgrade

The State’s peak motoring body has welcomed news construction would begin on the $750 million upgrade of the M1 from Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill next year.

Queenslanders don’t know what do in a crash

An alarming one in four Queensland drivers don’t know what to do if they’re involved in a car crash, new research by RACQ has revealed.

Truck, crane rollover forces major road closure

Planned closures to retrieve a semi-trailer which rolled on a major road in far north Queensland have been delayed.

RACQ Bank to cut interest rates

RACQ Bank has announced it would pass on an interest rate cut of 15 basis points to Queenslanders following yesterday’s Reserve Bank of Australia cash rate reduction.