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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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Ignoring a windscreen chip can prove costly
Ignoring a windscreen chip can prove costly
Save yourself time, money and be greener.
Open Road
5 Sept 2025
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Grey Kia Tasman in front of bushland
Which brands have the best new car warranties in Australia?
Which brands have the best new car warranties in Australia?
Manufacturers have become much more generous with warranty provisions over the past decade. But not all is as it seems.
Sam Charlwood
4 Sept 2025
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overhead shot of hands surrounding dinner plates with food on a table
Best dining rewards for NRMA members this spring
Best dining rewards for NRMA members this spring
We’re for saving on quick bites and classy dinners. There are plenty of dining options for My NRMA Rewards members, no matter your mood.
Alexandra Voyage
3 Sept 2025
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Young woman in orange singlet on phone in front of her white car
How to make a car insurance claim
How to make a car insurance claim
Take the stress out of making a car insurance claim with this simple step-by-step guide.
Sam Charlwood
3 Sept 2025
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Family camping together outdoors
How Camplify is helping Australians reconnect through camping
How Camplify is helping Australians reconnect through camping
From campfire chats to insider tips, Australia’s largest RV-sharing platform is building more than holidays – it’s creating a new travel community.
Open Road
2 Sept 2025
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Orange and white caravan parked by the side of the road.
Is it legal to park your caravan on the street?
Is it legal to park your caravan on the street?
Parking your caravan outside your place of residence might be convenient and cheap for you, but it could be a huge bone of contention for your neighbours.
Sam Charlwood
1 Sept 2025
Crossing an intersection on an e-scooter.
Crossing an intersection on an e-scooter.
What are the rules for e-scooters and e-bikes?
What are the rules for e-scooters and e-bikes?
Electric bikes and scooters are becoming more popular in Australia, but where can you ride them – and how fast?
Bridie Schmidt
30 Aug 2025
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A woman reading a piece of paper and speaking on her phone
How to read your energy bill
How to read your energy bill
Confused by the terminology or overwhelmed by all the information on your energy bill? We’re here to break it down for you.
Alexandra Voyage
29 Aug 2025
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An emergency vehicle driving through city streets at night
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens?
What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens?
The rules vary by state, but the principle remains the same. Here’s our state-by-state guide on what to do if you’re in the path of an emergency vehicle in Australia.
Sam Charlwood
27 Aug 2025
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A car drives on Seacliff Bridge above aqua ocean
How to plan an Aussie road trip
How to plan an Aussie road trip
Thinking about the ‘big lap’ of Australia or planning a bucket-list road trip? Our 12-step guide will help you get the most out of your dream journey.
Kris Ashton
21 Aug 2025

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