2008 Media Releases - NRMA Motoring & Services

Fill up today

Motorists urged to fill up their tanks before an expected spike in prices on Christmas Day.

New Ford Fiesta rates five stars for safety

Ford has added another 5-star safety rated car to its stable - the 2009 Ford Fiesta.

Stay safe on the road these holidays

Focus on the speed limit, don't drink and drive and watch for the signs of fatigue.

NRMA welcomes fast-track

NSW residents and holiday makers are winners following today's fast-tracking of funds for upgrading the state's two busiest roads.

Sea change means motoring change

The NRMA identifies areas that will affect the transport needs of older people.

Appointment of NRMA President & Deputy President

Ms Wendy Machin appointed as President and Mr Michael Tynan Deputy President of NRMA.

Same story, different day: Sydney's congestion woes unchanged in five years

Motorists forced to travel an average of 43km/h in peak traffic.

Park and ride win for Helensburgh

75 new car parking spaces to be constructed at Helensburgh.

New 'no fees' E-Toll account a good start

NRMA welcomes the Easy Toll tag account available from the 15th of December 2008.

A mixed bag in Christmas vehicle safety ratings

NRMA is disappointed with the lack of 5-star safety for popular vehicles.

Free CBD bus service brings commuter holiday cheer

Free shuttle bus service to be introduced in the Sydney CBD from midday today.

NRMA trusted car servicing business moves in to Rockdale

NRMA Motoring & Services Deputy President and local Director Michael Tynan officially opened the latest NRMA MotorServe car servicing business today at Rockdale.

Electronic tag victory for NRMA

$40 deposit abolished for new electronic tags in NSW.

Schoolies: take it easy, it's a long drive home

NRMA encourage schoolies to pull over for regular rest breaks.

Casino pre-school the big winner in NRMA batteries promotion

Presented with a $2,500 cheque today.

Business rejects slug on motorists

Sydney businesses strongly reject time-of-day tolling and increased parking levies plans.

Schoolies: Stay safe on pacific highway

NRMA and MTV Presenter Ruby Rose are joining forces to help keep Schoolies revelers safe.

Schoolies: long distance driving tips

The HSC is over and many of the 68,000 Year 12 students in NSW are now planning their Schoolies get-away.

965Km of Newell Highway to complete

Australia's critical inland road overdue for improvement.

NRMA welcomes fast-tracking of park and ride facilities

Government to by-pass council approval processes for new commuter parking facilities.

NRMA Board Election result

Members of NRMA Motoring & Services have voted again in record numbers in this year's Board election.

Barina bounces back with a four star safety rating

The newly tested Barina has upgraded safety features and improved structural performance.

North-West congestion meltdown: Coming to a suburb near you

Government urged to get north-west infrastructure plans back on the map.

Batemans Bay goes off - road with the NRMA

Caravan, RV and 4WD enthusiasts are in for a treat this week when NRMA's revamped Mobile Member Centre brings road safety, education and a range of motoring, travel and lifestyle ideas to the annual Caravan, Camping & Holiday Expo in Batemans Bay.

NRMA helps Manly to hop, skip and jump.

Manly area's free bus service is now sponsored by NRMA Motoring & Services.

NRMA joins forces with petrol warriors

The NRMA announces a series of proposed changes to the Trade Practices Act. These changes if adapted would make it harder for oil companies to rip Australians off.

Save 49 Cents Per Litre

Good motoring habits can potentially save motorists up to 49 cents per litre.

More than meets the eye : NRMA 'transformer' launched.

Technology provides NRMA Members more options with new response unit.

NRMA and Transport Minister seek North - West motoring solutions

NSW motorists' pleas aired in meeting with David Campbell.

A daylight starlight escape at Ocean Beach

Families with seriously ill children enjoy some time out at the NRMA's Holiday Park today.

Sophie's school still doesn't have flashing lights.

Ninety-five per cent of schools in NSW still don't have flashing lights.

Victoria Rd plans make progress

NRMA supports plans to upgrade Victoria Rd, a daily challenge for commuters.

Think roads when voting in this weekend’s election

NRMA Motoring & Services President and ACT Director Alan Evans today urged voters to choose carefully when voting at this weekend’s ACT Legislative Assembly election.

NRMA welcomes $1 billion for the Princes Highway

A reported $1 billion spend on the Princes Highway is on the Premier's wish-list.

Five-star safety rating for the Kluger

One of Australia’s top selling family 4 wheel drives, the Toyota Kluger, has received a five-star safety rating by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program.

Sydney’s west is Years Ahead for senior drivers

NRMA Director Gary Punch spoke at a special presentation for senior drivers from the Nepean District Historical Society at The Museum in Emu Plains this week.

NRMA launches new child farm safety campaign

One child dies on a farm on average every three weeks and with school holidays just ahead, NRMA Motoring & Services is urging families to take care around vehicles on farms.

Glenreagh has heart

Retired ambulance officer Geoff Hicks was yesterday recognised for his tireless efforts in the Glenreagh community at the 2008 NRMA Motoring & Services’ Helping People Awards®.

Environment has help in Como

Tireless volunteer for the National Parks Association (NPA), Peter Vaughan was recognised for his years of volunteer work at this week’s 2008 NRMA Helping People Awards®.

Sydney’s North West a haven for help

Two volunteers from Sydney’s northwest were recognised for their tireless efforts in the community at this week’s 2008 NRMA Motoring & Services’ Helping People Awards®.

NRMA welcomes more commuter car parks

NRMA Motoring & Services has welcomed reports that the State Government will review ways to fast-track the building of commuter car parks to help solve Sydney’s chronic parking problem at train stations.

Cashless tolls pointless without fairer tags

The NRMA has today welcomed the State Government’s announcement of a cashless Harbour Bridge but is urging toll operators to do more to make electronic tags more attractive to motorists.

Prime Minister’s next trip should be on our roads

NRMA Motoring & Services President Alan Evans today invited Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to tour some of NSW’s worst highways with him and learn more about the need for funding.

More Park-and-Ride facilities needed

NRMA is calling on government to get serious about improved Park-and-Ride facilities.

The petrol myth

Australian motorists are getting ripped off with petrol prices falling nowhere near as much as the oil industry’s self-declared benchmark – the Singapore Mogas -according to data released by the NRMA.

Get on with it: NRMA calls for swifter action to prevent Pacific Highway fatalities

NRMA Motoring & Services local Director Wendy Machin and NRMA President Alan Evans want planned works on the Pacific Highway to be brought forward in the interests of motorists' safety and saving lives.

NRMA takes road safety message to Bangalow

NRMA Motoring & Services will teach hundreds of people how to survive on the road at the Fatherhood Festival in Bangalow this Sunday 7 September, delivering to families interactive multi-media education about road safety.

Central Coast motorists help environment at Great Battery Roundup

NRMA Motoring & Services is calling for vehicle owners in the Central Coast to get rid of their used car batteries next Saturday 13 September as part of a campaign to support the environment and help local disadvantaged youth.

$10 to keep school kids safe

NRMA Director Coral Taylor is calling on the RTA to use fluorescent yellow-green for school zone signs.

2000 kids race in billycart showdown

Eastern Creek Raceway will come alive today with more than 2200 students to race self-designed and self-built billycarts as part of a joint initiative between NRMA and the Department of Education and Training.

Canada Bay is Years Ahead for senior drivers

NRMA will hold senior driver road safety presentations at Concord over the next months.

Busy bees help local kids

More than 50 NRMA volunteers recently spent a busy day at the Haven Education Centre in Terrigal.

NRMA's Armidale Members going for gold at first-ever local roadshow

As Olympic Games fever sweeps the nation, more than 150 long-term NRMA Members will be thinking gold of a different kind.

Common sense approach to Spit Bridge welcomed

The NRMA is pleased the State Government has adopted many of its proposals for fixing traffic congestion on the Spit Bridge and wants the changes introduced without delay.

NRMA takes road safety message to Central Coast & supports charity

NRMA Motoring & Services will teach hundreds of people how to survive on the road at the Central Coast Convoy for Kids in Gosford this Sunday 10 August, delivering to residents interactive multi-media education about road safety.

Motorists in Western NSW ripped off

NRMA demands action against oil companies charging more for petrol in western NSW.

Motorists on North Coast ripped off

The NRMA has today written to the Petrol Commissioner and demanded he take action against oil companies for charging almost 20 cents per litre more for petrol on some parts of the North Coast in comparison to Sydney.

Petrol changing the family getaway: NRMA report

The traditional family getaway has been significantly affected by petrol prices with families choosing to holiday closer to home and spend less, according to NRMA Motoring & Services’ first-ever Travel Habits survey.

Road safety for kids in the classroom

NRMA RoadZone moved into Canberra today to tackle life-saving, road safety issues at Harrison Primary School.

NRMA supports road safety

NRMA Motoring & Services will teach hundreds of people how to survive on the road and provide businesses with ideas on effective vehicle management at the National Truck and Commercial Vehicle Expo this week at Sydney Showground.

Darlington Beach scoops tourism awards

NRMA's Darlington Beach Holiday Park named Best of the Best NSW Holiday/Resort Park and Best Resort/Holiday Park.

Perth two cents cheaper than Sydney

An analysis of 97 days worth of petrol prices has found average prices in Perth are two cents per litre cheaper than Sydney.

NRMA expands further in travel

NRMA Motoring & Services has expanded its investment in the travel and holidays industry with the acquisition of Value Tours Australia.

NRMA doubles road safety grant committment

NRMA is offering $100,000 worth of Community Road Safety Grants in 2008.

NRMA gives western Sydney Meals On Wheels a fuel boost

NRMA Motoring & Services are helping the NSW Meals On Wheels Association to stay on the road with free fuel to help offset recent fuel price rises.

Revive the electric car: Jamison Report

Tough decisions made by the Federal Government today could see Australia replace its fossil-fuel technology with electric cars generated by renewable, clean energy sources within years, according to the Jamison Report.

NRMA welcomes green paper and supports excise trade-off

Balancing petrol price increases brought about by the Federal Government’s Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme with adjustments in the fuel excise is critical to protect Australian families from further hardship and damage to the nation's economy.

Families get a break from fuel

Families who enjoy a holiday at any one of five NRMA Holiday Parks in NSW or Queensland will receive a $50 fuel voucher to help them combat rising fuel costs and drive their holiday dollar further.

Compulsory standards could save motorists $10 billion a year

Australia's automotive industry should be forced to meet the same compulsory fuel consumption standards as its counterparts in Japan and the European Union.

Princes Highway needs $1 billion

The Princes Highway needs a further $1 billion injection in funding NRMA President and South Coast director Alan Evans said today.

Tackle speculators at G8

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd should use his G8 visit to drum up international support for tougher regulations against speculators forcing up the price of oil.

Zero alcohol for young drivers heading to the snow

Young motorists heading to the snow for their first road trip without their parents are being urged not to drive home early in the morning if they have been drinking the night before.

NRMA purchases Creative Cruising

NRMA continues expanding its travel wholesale operations by acquiring Creative Cruising.

NRMA local motorists' forum in Wagga Wagga

NRMA Director Graham Blight is calling on local NRMA Members to come along and "have their say" at the Wagga Wagga Local Motorists' Forum.

NRMA identifies parking station at Liverpool

NRMA Motoring & Services is calling on the state and local government to get serious about Park and Ride facilities in Liverpool to help get more South-West Sydney commuters on public transport.

NRMA behind school driver education in the Sutherland Shire

NRMA Motoring & Services will join Cronulla Rotary for a unique driver education program targeted towards Year 11 students at Cronulla High School tomorrow.

NRMA helps The Haven go live

Staff & students at Terrigal's The Haven Education Centre are thrilled with computers donated by NRMA's Gosford Call Centre.

Nothing funny about laser pointers

The full weight of the law must punish those who shine laser pointers in motorists' eyes.

Macksville residents deserve answers

The RTA must keep residents of Macksvile informed about their plans for the Macksville Pacific Highway Bypass.

Safety tips for snow lovers

NRMA Motoring & Services is encouraging motorists to take extra care this ski season when driving in snowy conditions to avoid being involved in a crash.

NRMA trusted car servicing moves to Artarmon

NRMA Motoring & Services Director Geoff Toovey will officially open Artarmon NRMA MotorServe car servicing business next Monday.

Meeting of the hire minds

One hundred NRMA Motoring & Services BusinessWise clients will converge on Eastern Creek International Raceway this Thursday at Australia’s first ever business-use vehicles show.

NRMA supports road safety in Casino

NRMA's touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education and a range of travel and lifestyle ideas to Casino this week at Primex field days.

NRMA supports northbound drivers this long weekend

Lake George will have a new attraction for drivers travelling along the Federal Highway this long weekend.

Greener pastures for local roads

NRMA Motoring & Services local Director Gary Punch has welcomed the State Government’s injection of $51 million in funding for Liverpool roads including $25 million for Cowpasture Road.

Mamre Road overpass on target

NRMA Motoring & Services local Director Gary Punch has welcomed the State Government’s injection of $10 million in funding to complete the Mamre Road M4 Motorway overpass duplication.

Central Coast record roads funding welcome

NRMA Motoring & Services Director Kyle Loades has welcomed the State Government’s commitment of a record $114 million for Central Coast road spending.

Hunter roads ignored

The Hunter has missed out on vital roads funding in today's State Budget, with only $2 million of new funding pledged by the Iemma Government.

Five-star safety for under $30,000

Two more vehicles costing less than $30,000 have received a five-star ANCAP rating.

Road funding for the Northern Beaches cannot be swept out to sea

The NRMA is demanding The NSW Government upgrade the Northern Beaches corridor, with specific attention to the section of Spit Road to Military Road (Spit to Neutral Bay network) and the Pittwater Road, Mona Vale to Balgowlah network.

It’s time for NSW to match funds on Pacific Highway

Tomorrow’s Budget commitment of a combined $613 million in funding from the Federal and State Governments will help improve the safety of the highway.

Public backs Govt plans for Victoria Rd

The NSW Government needs to include the upgrade of Victoria Road in tomorrow’s State Budget after new research showed more than two-thirds of the community supports more bus lanes and the duplication of Iron Cove Bridge.

Don’t forget rural roads again

The NRMA is urging NSW Treasurer Michael Costa to ensure regional and rural roads are funded in this year’s State Budget after they were all but ignored in the Federal Government’s budget last month.

Motorists hope waiting game for M4 east will be over

NRMA Motoring & Services is calling on the State Government to match the Federal Government’s promise of $300 million in funding towards the M4 Extension and to commence improvements immediately.

Budget should not forget Hunter

The Newcastle Inner City by-pass, upgrade of Swansea Bridge and fast-tracking of the Glendale Interchange are key projects the NSW Government must address in its Budget this week.

F6: all talk and no action

NRMA Motoring & Services Deputy President Michael Tynan is calling on the State government to take action in tomorrow’s State Budget following recent F6 extension research.

Central Coast should not be forgotten in budget

The critical Brisbane Waters Drive overpass is among a number of critical road projects the State Government needs to fund in this week’s budget.

NRMA supports road safety in the Shoalhaven

NRMA's touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education and a range of travel and lifestyle ideas to Nowra this week at the Shoalhaven Motor-Lifestyle Expo.

NRMA supports road safety in the Shire

NRMA's touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education to Endeavour High School this Wednesday at the Rotary U Turn the Wheel Program.

Business hurt by demerit system

Almost 25% of businesses's staff have lost drivers license under the demerit system.

Road Safety for Brookvale kids in the classroom

NRMA RoadZone moved into Brookvale this week to tackle life-saving, road safety issues at Brookvale Public School.

Westmead surgeon silences 12,000 students

The 2008 Youth and Road Trauma Forum concluded yesterday in Sydney where more than 12,000 students from 110 high schools across NSW heard from surgeons, emergency services personnel and crash victims about the harsh reality of car crashes.

Princes Highway continues to suffer funding neglect

The Princes Highway has been drastically underfunded once again by the Federal Budget, NRMA President and South Coast director Alan Evans said today.

Pacific Highway needs funding certainty

The Federal Budget includes funding to enable progress on the Ballina, Alstonville and Buladelah bypasses, NRMA Director Wendy Machin said today.

Budget means a better deal for NSW/ACT motorists

Federal Budget increases road funding in NSW/ACT by more than 15 per cent in 2008-09.

12,000 students to do crash course

More than 12,000 students from 110 high schools across NSW and ACT will experience the harsh reality of a car crash.

Nominate a big hearted hero during National Volunteer Week

It's all about recognising volunteers next week as the nation celebrates National Volunteer Week, dedicated to some five million volunteers nationally.

Name & shame is not enough

Today's crackdown by the Petrol Commissioner on Coles shows the benefits of having a full-time Petrol Commissioner, but more powers may be needed if he is to make the industry fairer and more transparent.

NRMA welcomes ACT budget

New funding in the ACT Government budget for some of the territory’s more congested and dangerous roads is welcomed news for motorists.

NRMA opens Wollongong Safer Driving School

NRMA Motoring & Services is expanding its Safer Driving Schools program on the South Coast, opening a new school at Wollongong.

NRMA backs Choice findings on car servicing centres

NRMA Motoring & Services supports CHOICE magazine’s findings that some car dealerships are not fulfilling customer expectation when it comes to car servicing.

AAA welcomes keys2drive funding

Australia’s peak motoring organisation, the Australian Automobile Association (AAA), has welcomed today’s Federal Government announcement, confirming Federal funding of $17 million over four years for an innovative new national driver training program, keys2drive.

NRMA Helping People Awards unearth Northern Beaches finest volunteers

Many outstanding nominations have been received.

NRMA supports road safety in Tocal

Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education + travel and lifestyle ideas to Tocal Field Days.

NRMA assists Anglicare program for migrant drivers

Driver Mentor Program helps Coffs Harbour's migrant learner drivers to get their license.

NRMA supports road safety in Coonamble

Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education + travel and lifestyle ideas to Coonamble's Show.

Business outlines transport vision

BusinessWise Members outline their 2020 infrastructure & transport energy vision.

NRMA Motorserve Kotara opens for business

NRMA Motoring & Services today officially opened its brand new NRMA MotorServe car servicing centre in Kotara.

NRMA supports road safety in Port Macquarie

NRMA’s touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education and a range of travel and lifestyle ideas to Port Macquarie on Wednesday 23 April at the NRMA’s Gold Member Road Show.

NRMA supports road safety in Cobar

NRMA's touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education and a range of travel and lifestyle ideas to Cobar from Friday 18 April at the community’s annual Cobar Show.

Newcastle forum all about senior drivers

The forum covered crash prevention, road rules, safe driving tips, vehicle and pedestrian safety and older drivers' physical fitness.

Senior drivers looking to Years Ahead

NRMA is holding Years Ahead presentations for seniors who have previously missed out.

Road safety for kids in the classroom

NRMA RoadZone is in Newcastle this week tackling life-saving, road safety issues.

Fairer deal for older drivers welcomed

Reforms to the licensing system for older drivers in will ensure a fairer deal for over 85s.

NRMA promotes road safety - Rock Eisteddfod Challenge

NSW & ACT high school students can win driving lessons and other great prizes.

Used car buyers snub old bombs

Those buying a used car are prepared to spend more on newer, fuel efficient models.

NRMA opens Albury Safer Driving School

Help teach learner drivers the skills they need to stay safe behind the wheel.

5 stars remain elusive as utes score 2, 3 & 4 stars

More can be done to improve occupant protection in utilities sold in Australia.

David Lumb to join NRMA's executive leadership team

Mr David Lumb has been appointed to the position of Executive General Manager, Group Communications, with NRMA Motoring & Services.

NRMA targets L-Platers with new Safer Driving School

NRMA Motoring & Services has brought its Safer Driving Schools program to Campbelltown and the surrounding regions to help arm learner drivers with the skills they need to stay safe behind the wheel.

Road safety for kids in the classroom

NRMA RoadZone moved into Campsie this week to tackle life-saving, road safety issues at Campsie Public School.

NRMA Price Gap analysis reveals anomalies

NRMA Motoring & Services' new Price Gap analysis has found a number of recent instances where the price increase of petrol was at least 10 per cent higher than the increase in the industry benchmark price.

Male drivers: risky business this Easter

Male drivers report the most crashes and near misses as a result of being distracted behind the wheel, according to new research by NRMA Motoring & Services.

NRMA launches petrol 'Price Gap'

NRMA Motoring & Services will provide a daily price gap on its website between prices at the bowser and what it believes prices should be to protect motorists from being ripped off again.

Reward volunteers with a holiday

Volunteers who go out of their way to help others have a chance to be recognised and rewarded through the NRMA Motoring & Services’ Helping People Awards launched this week.

New NRMA Board Director fears for commuters

The newest recruit to the NRMA Board, Coral Taylor, is warning motorists using Epping Road that traffic conditions could be chaotic when the bus lane is introduced today.

Coral Taylor, Rally Car Champion joins NRMA Board

Australian motor sport legend Coral Taylor has been appointed to fill the vacant position on the NRMA Motoring & Services’ Board, NRMA President Alan Evans said today.

April fools price hike

A 50 cent price hike on the Eastern Distributor and Cross City Tunnel on the same day will leave motorists feeling like they are part of an April Fools Day joke.

South-West Sydney gets its Park & Ride

Public transport will be a viable option for residents of Glenfield, Edmonson Park and Leppington following the NSW Government’s announcement of 1,650 Park & Ride spaces at the new train stations.

War on the big four

The NRMA has fired another salvo to get a fairer petrol deal for motorists with an inside story on Australia’s petrol industry in this month’s The Open Road magazine.

Road safety we can implement now

Some of our most practical road safety solutions don’t involve building multi-billion motorways but practical, simple solutions, NRMA Group CEO Tony Stuart will tell the Australian Road Safety Summit today.

Grandparents should keep kids safe in cars: Dawn Fraser

NRMA Director and swimming legend Dawn Fraser is urging grandparents to make sure their grandchildren are placed in the proper child restraints in the car.

Forced to drive

Motorists are avoiding some of Sydney's busiest train stations & driving to work because of a lack of parking facilities.

Victoria Rd & Iron Cove Bridge

Changes to Victoria Rd and the Iron Cove Bridge will make bus travel easier without gridlocking motorists.

Petrol cop a first step

The appointment of Australia's Petrol Commissioner is a good first step towards achieving fairer petrol prices in Australia.

NRMA warning on fuel saving device

Be wary of expensive fuel saving devices that may not deliver the promised results.

NRMA Travel releases 25 more places for ANZAC Day tour

NRMA Travel's exclusive ANZAC Member tour to Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand has been expanded by 25 places.

NRMA supports road safety in Bega

NRMA's touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education and a range of travel and lifestyle ideas to Bega from Friday 15 February at the community’s annual Bega Show.

NRMA supports road safety in Nowra

NRMA's touring Mobile Member Centre will bring road safety education and a range of travel and lifestyle ideas to Nowra from tomorrow at the Nowra Show.

NRMA opens Southern Highlands & Goulburn Safer Driving School

NRMA Motoring & Services has brought its Safer Driving Schools program to the Southern Highlands and Goulburn to help arm learner drivers with the skills they need to stay safe behind the wheel.

NRMA to open new car servicing business in Artarmon

NRMA Motoring & Services will bring its automotive expertise to Artarmon with a new car servicing business called NRMA MotorServe.

F6 link - $3 billion in benefits

Completing the F6 would help Sydney's road network, traffic congestion, road safety, environment & motorists.

Australian motorists help Shell enter record books

Shell has announced a global net profit of almost $A36 billion - the largest in the UK's history.

1,870 kids rescued from cars

The temperature inside a parked car can be at least 30ºC to 40ºC warmer than outside.

Fifth player could help bring petrol prices down

This must come at the same time as a Petrol Commissioner with the power to catch, shame and punish.

ACCC: Growing sharper teeth on petrol

The ACCC's position on petrol price gouging is growing stronger by the day.

Celebrate Australia Day at NRMA Motorfest

Hyde Park will be teeming with activity tomorrow with Australia’s largest annual display of vintage, veteran and classic vehicles expected to attract over half a million visitors.

NRMA opens Narooma Safer Driving School

NRMA Motoring & Services has brought its Safer Driving Schools program to the South Coast, opening a new school at Narooma.

NRMA opens Moruya Safer Driving School

NRMA's Safer Driving Schools program comes to Moruya on the South Coast.

NRMA opens Ulladulla Safer Driving School

RMA Motoring & Services has brought its Safer Driving Schools program to the South Coast, opening a new school at Ulladulla.

Mazda 4WD scores 5 out of 5 stars in Crash Tests

Mazda's CX-7 medium 4WD has scored a maximum rating by ANCAP.

NRMA doesn't support S-Plates for senior drivers

The NRMA does not support the introduction of S-plates for senior drivers.

NRMA Travel expands into NZ

NRMA Motoring & Services has expanded into New Zealand with the purchase of Thrifty New Zealand, the Novotel Hotel Palmerston North and Adventureworld New Zealand.

Blacktown kids learn road safety

Blacktown kids are having a ball learning about road safety in a fun and interactive way these school holidays at NRMA's hi-tech, road safety exhibition in town until 27 January at the Westpoint Shopping Centre.

NRMA plan for Epping Road: Don't bump motorists for bikes

Angry motorists will be stuck in single lanes of traffic on Epping Road while the new $7.5 million cycleway will provide a dream run for 25 cyclists who use the road each day.

Major oil companies must absorb fuel costs

Hitting back with heavy fines is the only way to pull them in line says NRMA's Alan Evans.