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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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Towing across a red sand road
Towing across a red sand road
How to choose a great tow vehicle for your next caravan adventure
How to choose a great tow vehicle for your next caravan adventure
From power and payload to towing laws and top models, here’s everything you need to know to find the perfect vehicle for your next big caravan escape.
Open Road
23 July 2025
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Man holding a map in the a car by the side of the road
How to plan your perfect road trip in NSW
How to plan your perfect road trip in NSW
Plan your perfect NSW road trip with our guide to maps, scenic routes, must-see stops and itinerary tips. The ultimate NSW trip planner for Aussie travellers.
Bridie Schmidt
16 July 2025
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Woman driving car with navigation system showing map
Using navigation systems while driving
Using navigation systems while driving
Discover essential tips for using navigation systems safely while driving. Learn how to plan your route, avoid common GPS issues, and stay safe on the road with mobile and in-car navigation.
Dimitra Vlahomitros
15 July 2025
Two people at a campfire with a tent and car in the background
Two people at a campfire with a tent and car in the background
The ultimate camping checklist: essentials to pack for every trip
The ultimate camping checklist: essentials to pack for every trip
Whether you’re pitching a tent at a holiday park, going bush for a week, or tackling an arduous multi-day hike, this checklist will help you pack the right camping gear.
Kris Ashton
14 July 2025
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Woman starting a car
Do you need to warm up your car’s engine?
Do you need to warm up your car’s engine?
Warming up your vehicle was once considered non-negotiable in Australia, but modern engine technology has changed that thinking.
Sam Charlwood
13 July 2025
a car driving in rain
a car driving in rain
A handbook to defensive driving: Spotting hazards and staying safe
A handbook to defensive driving: Spotting hazards and staying safe
We look at how Australians can stay safe on the roads, by improving their hazard awareness and driving more defensively, with this practical guide.
The NRMA
12 July 2025
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 2025: Avoid fines when driving interstate
Australian road rules by state in 2025: Avoid fines when driving interstate
Planning a road trip interstate? These are the key rule differences that catch travellers out.
Kris Ashton
4 July 2025
a man with grey hair and glasses in the passenger seat gestures right to a young woman with long hair who is driving the vehicle
a man with grey hair and glasses in the passenger seat gestures right to a young woman with long hair who is driving the vehicle
The ultimate guide to supervising a learner driver: tips for a safer, smarter journey
The ultimate guide to supervising a learner driver: tips for a safer, smarter journey
Supervising a learner driver is a big responsibility—and it’s about more than just giving directions from the passenger seat
Open Road
2 July 2025
A blue toy car on some dollar bills next to car keys and a pen
A blue toy car on some dollar bills next to car keys and a pen
Luxury Car Tax: thresholds, changes and loopholes for 2025
Luxury Car Tax: thresholds, changes and loopholes for 2025
The Federal Government has applied significant changes to the Luxury Car Tax from July 1, including its definition of a ‘fuel efficient vehicle’.
Bridie Schmidt
1 July 2025
Airport check-in
Airport check-in
What’s allowed with carry-on airline baggage?
What’s allowed with carry-on airline baggage?
There are discrepancies on what items you’re allowed to take on an aircraft, depending on the carrier, where you’re travelling and who you’re travelling with.
Sam Charlwood
30 June 2025

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