PersonalBusiness
About the NRMAFuel pricesSupportAccessibilityAccessibility
NRMA Roadside, Travel and Rewards
  • About the NRMA
  • Fuel prices
  • Support
  • Accessibility
ADVERTISEMENT
  1. Road trips
  2. Destinations
  3. Advice and how-to
  4. Car reviews
  5. News

News

Whether you're looking for petrol, diesel, hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric car news, say updated with the latest NRMA motoring news. Discover stories that matter, from expert insights, automotive tidbits, travel destinations and road trip updates to community initiatives. 

Browse all news

Filter articles

ADVERTISEMENT
1 - 10 of 398
matching results
Latest
Computer generated image of a 2025 Nissan Patrol Warrior on a mountain
Computer generated image of a 2025 Nissan Patrol Warrior on a mountain
Nissan Australia bids farewell to the V8-powered Patrol
Nissan Australia bids farewell to the V8-powered Patrol
Nissan calls last drinks on the evergreen Y62 Patrol to make way for new V6-powered replacement.
Sam Charlwood
18 June 2026
Arm in red sleeve putting fuel in a car seen from rear of car
Arm in red sleeve putting fuel in a car seen from rear of car
When does the Australian fuel excise cut end?
When does the Australian fuel excise cut end?
The Federal Finance Minister has revealed an extension of relief measures is under “active consideration” but odds are the excise will be reinstated in full in July.
Sam Charlwood
16 June 2026
Silver ute in the rain
Silver ute in the rain
2026 Volkswagen Amarok W600: ‘ultimate driver’s ute’ revealed
2026 Volkswagen Amarok W600: ‘ultimate driver’s ute’ revealed
New suspension, unique styling and same outputs: the 2026 Volkswagen Amarok W600 is the closest thing to Australia’s newest homegrown car, even if it’s no Ford Ranger Raptor rival.
Dylan Campbell
5 June 2026
Drug Driving RBT 640
Drug Driving RBT 640
NRMA opposes new NSW cannabis driving laws
NRMA opposes new NSW cannabis driving laws
Reforms that introduce a maximum threshold for cannabis users are a step in the wrong direction, the NRMA says.
Dylan Campbell
4 June 2026
A group of Tesla Model Y vehicles parked
A group of Tesla Model Y vehicles parked
Car sales May 2026: an EV has topped Australia's sales charts for the first time
Car sales May 2026: an EV has topped Australia's sales charts for the first time
Overall sales decline but electrified vehicles continue to soar with the Tesla Model Y taking the top spot overall
Scott Newman
3 June 2026
Reconciliation Week 2026 banner
Reconciliation Week 2026 banner
Reconciliation Week: All In together at the NRMA
Reconciliation Week: All In together at the NRMA
Reconciliation Week is an opportunity for all Australians to reflect on our shared history, acknowledge the cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Alexandra Voyage
29 May 2026
Ford Everest driving on a gravel road
Ford Everest driving on a gravel road
2026 Ford Ranger and Everest updated as bi-turbo diesel axed
2026 Ford Ranger and Everest updated as bi-turbo diesel axed
Ford has dropped its 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine from the Ranger and Everest line-up as part of broader MY26.5 updates that also bring revised drivetrains and new tech.
Kris Ashton
27 May 2026
Ferrari Luce
Ferrari Luce
Ferrari’s first electric car is here — and it’s unlike any Ferrari before it
Ferrari’s first electric car is here — and it’s unlike any Ferrari before it
Meet the Ferrari Luce, Maranello’s first electric vehicle and one sure to divide car lovers around the world
Alex Inwood
26 May 2026
windscreen shattered
windscreen shattered
Aussie roads claim 1333 lives
Aussie roads claim 1333 lives
Road toll up in five of eight states and territories as motoring clubs call for a national road strategy to cut the carnage.
Kris Ashton
21 May 2026
A blue CHAdeMO plug inserted into Nissan Leaf
A blue CHAdeMO plug inserted into Nissan Leaf
NRMA to phase out CHAdeMO EV plugs
NRMA to phase out CHAdeMO EV plugs
The NRMA will phase out legacy CHAdeMO plugs at selected EV charging sites to reduce congestion and improve service for CCS2-equipped electric vehicles.
Bridie Schmidt
18 May 2026

Browse Open Road

Turn right arrow icon
Road trips
Destination arrow icon
Destinations
Icon of two people inside a speech bubble
Advice and how-to’s
Icon of car with a tick in a circle over it
Car reviews
Newspaper icon
News
Help
Support
Manage my account
Renew membership
Request roadside assistance
Products and services
Membership
Roadside assistance
Car battery replacement
Car insurance
Roadside assistance for business
Electric vehicle charging
Driving lessons
Travel insurance
International driving permit
Quick links
Join My NRMA Rewards
Find offers and discounts
My NRMA app
Cars and driving
Buying a car
Fuel finder
Trip planner
SIXT Car and Truck Rental
NRMA Parks and Resorts
My NRMA Rewards
Travel and holidays
Food and dining
Automotive
Experiences and attractions
Shopping and lifestyle
Cashback
Open Road
About us
Who we are
Our community impact
Careers
Media
Download the app
download on the apple store
Get it on google play
Sitemap
General conditions
Privacy policy
Cookie policy
Facebook
Instagram
x.com
youtube
linkedin
©️2026 National Roads and Motorists’ Association Limited. ABN 77 000 010 506.