Spring 2026 Digital Road Ahead | RACQ

Spring 2026

Queensland Country is calling

Swap traffic, screens and packed schedules for wide-open spaces, welcoming towns and unforgettable road trips.

Spring RAP

Clubhouse

01 Viewpoint President Leona Murphy looks back at RACQ’s achievements in FY26.

02 Old Holdens never die Toowoomba's Pat Dwan turned his spare time into a full restoration project, creating what might be Australia’s best-preserved Holden EJ Special.

03 Rail heritage on track One of Queensland's largest volunteer-operated heritage railways is celebrating 25 years of preserving railway history and delivering unique steam train experiences across the Darling Downs.

04 Young Para athletes on track for 2032 Meet two Para athletes who are chasing their sporting dreams through the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) YouFor2032 Talent Identification program, driven by RACQ.

05 Your say Members have their say on issues affecting them and their communities.

06 Changes to e-mobility laws Queensland has introduced major changes to its e-bike and e-scooter laws, with tougher rules now in effect to improve safety for riders, pedestrians and other road users.

Travel

07 Why we all need an escape to the country Discover the wide-open spaces, rolling green hills, charming country towns, lush rainforests, sparkling lakes and endless skies of Queensland Country.

08 10-day Queensland Country road trip Experience the best of Queensland Country on this unforgettable 10-day road trip.

09 Classic vehicles among the vineyards Historic cars, trucks and tractors share the spotlight with award-winning wines at Summit Estate Wines in the Granite Belt.

10 7 must-do Queensland Country experiences The best road trips aren't measured in kilometres, but by the moments that make you pull over.

11 Taste your way through Queensland Country Some of the best road trips are planned around what’s on the plate.

12 48 hours in Hong Kong As if its unique character, rich history and East-meets-West culture weren't reason enough to visit, add in a dynamic food scene and it's easy to see why travellers from around the world are drawn to Hong Kong.

13 One perfect day in San Francisco A writer’s return to San Francisco offered the chance to revisit old favourites, uncover new stories and see the city with fresh eyes.

14 Big Sky Drive: Journey beyond the horizon Discover Queensland’s Big Sky Drive, an unforgettable outback road trip from Cloncurry to Mount Isa to Camooweal, featuring vast landscapes and immersive audio storytelling.

Mobility

15 Should I buy a used EV Sales of new electric vehicles have been supercharged this past year. But what about used EVs?

16 Use good manners when on the move With caravanning more popular than ever, good manners on the road and at the caravan park are an important part of the experience.

17 Refreshed SUV keeps the CX-factor Mazda's third generation of its popular CX-5 medium SUV boasts fresh exterior and interior styling, updated tech, more cargo space and expanded second-row legroom.

18 CX-5 a good fit for families The modern, minimalist interior of the new Mazda CX-5 has a calming effect on family chaos while being practical for the daily run-around.

19 6 of the Best New models launched in 2026.

20 Honda Prelude review After an absence of more than two decades, the Honda Prelude returns to the Australian market.

21 Mazda 6E Atenza review The fully electric 6e puts its best foot forward with an elegant-looking exterior design that incorporates the deft styling, stance and detailing we’ve come to expect from Mazda.

22 Subaru Trailseeker AWD review Subaru has been busy making up for lost time in the EV market with the Trailseeker joining its list of electric models.

23 Toyota RAV4 Cruiser AWD review Australians can’t get enough of the Toyota RAV4, as evidenced by the fact it’s been our best-selling medium SUV for the past six years.