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The NRMA has been supporting Australians with motoring advice, vehicle care tips, and travel ideas for over 100 years. Here, you’ll find practical guides on buying or selling a car, car maintenance, caravanning and camping, driving, fuel, learning to drive, road safety travel advice, and tips on making the most of your My NRMA Rewards membership. Whether you're preparing for your next adventure or ensuring your vehicle stays in top condition, we're here to help along the way.

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A mother and daughter in a car with an L plate on the windscreen
A mother and daughter in a car with an L plate on the windscreen
Australian road rules by state in 2026: Avoid fines when driving interstate
Australian road rules by state in 2026: Avoid fines when driving interstate
Planning a road trip interstate? These are the key rule differences that catch travellers out.
Kris Ashton
10 Aug 2026
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Dashboard and steering wheel on open road
How do I sell my car?
How do I sell my car?
Selling your car can be frustrating and time-consuming – the aim is to get the best possible price in the shortest time.
Sam Charlwood
31 July 2026
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto
What are the most affordable cars in Australia?
What are the most affordable cars in Australia?
Australia’s cheapest new cars start under $19,000, spanning light hatches, compact SUVs and hybrids. We compare specs and rivals to see which models offer the best value.
Bridie Schmidt
30 July 2026
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Police checking drivers licence
15 weird road rules you need to know
15 weird road rules you need to know
Here are 15 weird and obscure NSW road rules every driver should know – from fog lights and horns to high beams, and whether you can leave your key in your car.
Bridie Schmidt
27 July 2026
A woman's hand holding a shower nozzle shaped electric vehicle charger, about to plug it into a car.
A woman's hand holding a shower nozzle shaped electric vehicle charger, about to plug it into a car.
Are electric cars cheap to run?
Are electric cars cheap to run?
We look at the electricity costs of electric vehicles and how they compare to the fuel costs of internal combustion engine cars.
Bridie Schmidt
24 July 2026
A pink piggy-bank sits on an EV's charging plug
A pink piggy-bank sits on an EV's charging plug
Cheapest electric cars in Australia
Cheapest electric cars in Australia
The number of cheap electric cars in Australia is growing, with several models undercutting what used to be the entry price for EV ownership.
Bridie Schmidt
20 July 2026
A blue utility vehicle drives along a dirt road
A blue utility vehicle drives along a dirt road
What electric utes are available in Australia?
What electric utes are available in Australia?
Battery-powered, all-electric utes have big advantages over traditional utes but what’s available, and when?
Bridie Schmidt
17 July 2026
Police sirens
Police sirens
What fines cost where: How traffic offence penalties vary between states
What fines cost where: How traffic offence penalties vary between states
As with traffic laws, penalties for infringements vary between Australian states and territories. We look at what you’ll pay for common offences.
Open Road
17 July 2026
Left lane ends on a country road
Left lane ends on a country road
How to safely merge lanes in Australia
How to safely merge lanes in Australia
When behind the wheel, few things can cause frustration as easily as poor merging and impolite lane etiquette. We take a look at the best practices.
Sam Charlwood
17 July 2026
A woman in red jacket open car door with excitement
A woman in red jacket open car door with excitement
Your ultimate EV buying guide
Your ultimate EV buying guide
More Australians are choosing to go electric. Here's what to think about when buying an electric car.
Bridie Schmidt
13 July 2026

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