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The latest news, tips and information on issues that may impact your business, fleet of vehicles, roadside assistance and NRMA Membership. Also hear from some of our inspiring business Members about how they assist the community and their customers with the help of NRMA roadside assistance.

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Four signs you need a new car battery

If your battery is starting to go, the first thing you'll probably notice is that the car sounds sluggish when trying to start.

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The evolution of ANCAP

ANCAP has been responsible for remarkable change within the automotive industry.
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How are speed limits set in NSW?

Why can you drive faster on some roads than others? Who is responsible for setting the speed limits on our roads and can the speed limits be changed?
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Nine important road rules that may surprise you

We seem to be pretty straight-forward when it comes to laws of the road, but we’re betting there are a few that will surprise you.
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Comparing commercial used car safety ratings

Choosing the right car can make all the difference in keeping your employees safe.
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Stay on top of vehicle registrations

A gripe for business owners is staying on top of the expiration dates of every vehicle's registration.
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Load safety is road safety

Is your load secured safely enough to avoid a fine?

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Rate your road: Survey results

This year, the NRMA opened the Rate Your Road survey, the largest survey of its kind in the state’s history.
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Grace period on timed parking

If you're a business owner whose employees accrue parking tickets, we have some good news for you.

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Dangers of driving after a big night

During the festive season, it’s easy to forget that drink driving doesn’t only occur on party night.
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The environment with the biggest risks

Two out of five workplace fatalities involve a vehicle, which stresses the need for proper training.
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How breakdowns can take a business off the road

Having a vehicle out of action on company time can have widespread consequences.
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Business survey 2018 results

Our survey allows us to learn what's impacting businesses and advocate on their behalf.
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Car tax - devil in the detail

Large assets such as vehicles no longer require the depreciation method of calculating deductions.
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Our response to the Federal Budget

The Federal Budget will see a $6.7 billion investment in Australia’s transport infrastructure.
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Catching mobile phone use behind the wheel

Mobile phone use while driving can have disastrous consequences which is why we compiled a report for a crackdown.

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CTP green slip reforms

NSW small businesses will start receiving funds on their current compulsory third party green slip premiums.
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Keep your car healthy

We share some tips about getting your car into working order.
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2017 congestion survey

Check the key findings into how congestion is affecting Australian businesses.
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Business strategy top 5

Two leading business coaches share their tips to ensure your strategy is fit-for-purpose.
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The new financial year

KPMG Chief Economist Brendan Rynne previews the new financial year.
Freight Exchange

The start-up pioneers

FreightExchange is like Uber for logistics and operates a unique online portal for success.
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Mitsubishi Express van receives zero-star ANCAP rating

For the first time ever, ANCAP has issued a zero-star rating for a vehicle in Australia.
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HiLux and Ranger top best seller list

We explain how two dual-cab utes became the top-selling vehicles of 2017.
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2018 Isuzu D-Max drive and review

A 2018 update has softened the rugged Isuzu D-MAX… a little.
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Ford Ranger Australia's best ute

The Ford Ranger has been ranked as the best 4x4 dual cab ute for 2018.
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Commercial used car safety ratings

Choosing the right used car, ute or van can make all the difference in keeping your employees safe.
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Businesses brace for rising fuel costs

Sydney’s fleet running businesses are bracing for fuel prices to hit pre-COVID highs while congestion on roads continues to increase.
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Business Survey Results 2020

Now in its 13th consecutive year, our business survey continues to reveal the major pain points for employers with vehicles on the road.
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The business of autonomous vehicles

Where we’re at now with Autonomous Vehicles.
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The future of manufacturing in Australia

Looking ahead for the Australian manufacturing sector.
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Joining forces with Qantas

Your business can now earn Qantas Points just by being an NRMA Business Member.
Charles Sturt University

Keeping a university moving

The NRMA supports a CSU fleet that makes around 7,000 trips in a typical year.
Youth Off The Streets

Helping our young people

YOTS use a fleet of vehicles to connect young people to their programs and services.
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Douglass Hanly Moir Pathology

DHM use a fleet of cars to pick up and transport thousands of patient samples every day.
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New York Cakes

New York Cakes has supplied high-quality desserts to restaurants, cafés, clubs and caterers across NSW and the ACT since 1995.
NRMA Business Membership Roadside Assistance

Pearsons florist

Pearsons is one of the biggest florists in Sydney, known for their warm, personal touch.

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Seven Miles Coffee Roasters

For almost 50 years, Seven Miles have been roasting some of Australia's best coffee.
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St John Ambulance

Dedicated to helping people in sickness, distress, suffering or danger since 1883.

Keep your business fleet protected

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