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Top five most infuriating driver habits | opinion

The problem with drawing up a list of the Top Five Most Annoying...Read more

What is Blind Spot Monitoring?

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What is dog car sickness and what causes it?

If you thought the worst thing your dog could leave in your car was a...Read more

What is Qi or "chee" wireless phone charging?

Qi lets you charge your phone without wires, but how does it work?Read more

Car headlights: LED vs halogen vs HID vs xenon vs laser

Since cars have been around people have needed car headlights to drive...Read more

Is it illegal to drive on prescription drugs?

Is it illegal to drive on prescription drugs? Well, yes and no. It all...Read more

Is it illegal to speed while passing?

Yes, it's illegal to speed while passing another car. In fact, it...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without a passenger side mirror?

Yes, Australian Vehicle Standards demand that you drive with a passenger...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without a horn?

Technically yes, as it's a safety hazard to not have a working horn.Read more

Is it illegal to drive without a shirt?

Well the answer is yes and no, as it comes down to whether or not the laws...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without insurance?

Yes, it's illegal to drive without compulsory third party insurance...Read more

Autonomous driving levels explained

Did you know self-driving cars can be split into five different levels of...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without a rearview mirror?

Yes, the Australian Vehicle Standards Act requires you to drive with a...Read more

Is it illegal to text while driving?

Yes, it's illegal to text while driving - or to even touch a hand-...Read more

Is it illegal to use hands-free while driving?

Yes and no, as it's not illegal if you're on your full licence...Read more

Is it illegal to drive with van doors open?

Yes, driving with van doors open, or with your doors open in any other...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without carrying your licence?

Failing to produce your licence upon request while on the road is illegal...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without a bonnet?

The laws around driving roadworthy, compliant vehicles imply that, yes,...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without a front or rear bumper?

As a matter of safety, yes, it is illegal to drive without bumpers. As...Read more

Is it illegal to drive without doors?

Most state road authorities in Australia at least imply that driving...Read more