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

Advice and how-to

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.

Browse all Advice and how-to articles

Filter articles

ADVERTISEMENT
1 - 10 of 19
matching results
Latest
EV on country road map with charging station overlaid
EV on country road map with charging station overlaid
How do I plan for an EV road trip?
How do I plan for an EV road trip?
Find out everything you need to know to plan a road trip in an electric vehicle, including your essential EV road trip kit!
Bridie Schmidt
2 Apr 2026
A white electric ute charging against a white wall
A white electric ute charging against a white wall
Do EVs save money? How much you could save on fuel by going electric
Do EVs save money? How much you could save on fuel by going electric
Could you save $20,000 on fuel over ten years? Here’s the maths on the benefits of owning an EV.
Bridie Schmidt
23 Mar 2026
A woman leaning up against her car as it charges electrically
A woman leaning up against her car as it charges electrically
How much does it cost to replace an EV battery?
How much does it cost to replace an EV battery?
Compare the cost of a new EV battery with the expense of internal combustion engine repairs to make an informed decision about going electric.
Bridie Schmidt
17 Nov 2025
A finger pointing at Aviloo EV battery health app
A finger pointing at Aviloo EV battery health app
Buying a used EV? Here's how to check the battery health
Buying a used EV? Here's how to check the battery health
Whether buying, selling or owning an EV, this EV battery health check will set your mind at ease.
The NRMA
9 Sept 2025
A family stands by their EV charging it in a bush setting
A family stands by their EV charging it in a bush setting
Hiring an EV? Here’s how to avoid rookie errors
Hiring an EV? Here’s how to avoid rookie errors
Avoid surprises when hiring an EV by checking these things before you leave. A little prep goes a long way on electric road trips.
Bridie Schmidt
11 June 2025
A family camping with their Hyundai Ioniq 5 powering fairy lights
A family camping with their Hyundai Ioniq 5 powering fairy lights
How to go camping with your electric car
How to go camping with your electric car
Explore Australia’s outdoors the smart way: EV camping offers quiet, eco-friendly travel, off-grid power and modern comfort for your next family adventure.
Bridie Schmidt
23 Apr 2025
water over road written on a yellow caution sign on a flooded road
water over road written on a yellow caution sign on a flooded road
Electric cars in floods and water: are they safe?
Electric cars in floods and water: are they safe?
When is it safe to drive an EV through floodwater, and can you charge or drive it in the rain?
Bridie Schmidt
20 Sept 2024
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
20 Sept 2024
Man's arm seen plugging in EV at home
Man's arm seen plugging in EV at home
Comparing EV electricity plans in Australia
Comparing EV electricity plans in Australia
For drivers that charge an EV at home, choosing an electricity plan that helps reduce energy bills is an important choice to make.
Bridie Schmidt
13 Sept 2024
A couple eating food standing next to a charging EV
A couple eating food standing next to a charging EV
Top My NRMA dining discounts near EV chargers
Top My NRMA dining discounts near EV chargers
Discover exclusive discounts near EV chargers for My NRMA members
Bridie Schmidt
30 Aug 2024

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.