Australian Automobile Association

02/11/2026

The ACCC, Australia’s consumer watchdog, has released new guidance: environmental claims by businesses, including car makers, should be backed by real-world evidence.

The AAA and clubs test popular cars on real Australian roads, and in some cases, they used over 30% more fuel than reported.

🔗 Read our response to the ACCC’s new guidance: https://brnw.ch/21x6QGh

🔗 See the ACCC’s checklist for emissions claims: https://brnw.ch/21x6QGg

19/10/2026

⚠️ In 2021, governments said they would cut road deaths in half by 2030. The dotted line is where we should be. The red line is where we are.

The government’s own review of the strategy says the plan isn’t working.

We need one plan for the whole country, based on what saves lives.

👉 See the data: aaa.asn.au/research-data/road-safety

📄 Read the report: aaa.asn.au/library/benchmarking-the-performance-of-the-national-road-safety-strategy-q3-2026

16/10/2026

As part of the National Road Safety Partnership Program’s (NRSPP) 2027 organisational
campaign, we are conducting research about road safety myths and misconceptions. We are inviting people over the age of 18 who drive regularly to participate in an anonymous online survey. This research will help us better understand drivers’ experiences, behaviours, responses and challenges when driving, and promote safe driving practices.

If you are eligible, we would love for you to take part:

https://monash.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_abA8rnDcTGCKM62

You can also enter the draw for a chance to win one of four $200 gift vouchers!

This study has the approval of Monash University Human Research Ethics Committee. Project number: 54089

Please share with your networks so we can hear from as many voices as possible.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected]

16/10/2026

New research from the Australian Automobile Association has revealed just how distracting modern infotainment screens can be.

14/10/2026

❓ How close does Australia’s top-selling medium SUV come to its reported fuel efficiency?

We put two 2026 RAV4 hybrids through real-world testing on Australian roads.

⛽ FWD: Used 2% more fuel
⛽ AWD: Used 6% more fuel

The AAA’s Real-World Testing Program has now independently tested 190 vehicles across all fuel types, showing how much fuel and energy popular cars really use on Australian roads.

👉 See how other cars compare: realworld.org.au/results

07/10/2026

Independent tests show how car windscreen fuel labels stack up on real Australian roads.

The latest data shows the MG ZS Vibe Turbo used 6% less fuel than its label, and the Kia K4 GT-Line came within 1%. Most other cars used more fuel than their windscreen label.

How does your car compare?

👉 Explore the results at realworld.org.au/results

29/09/2026

Ever wondered what you’d find if you drove a little further? 🚗🌏

A few things to sort before you drive overseas:
✅ Check your destination’s driving requirements
✅ Apply for an International Driving Permit, Smartraveller advises you may need one
✅ Carry your permit alongside your physical Australian driver's licence

And don't forget to leave room in your itinerary for a little exploring.

Check your destination's requirements at aaa.asn.au/driveoverseas

25/09/2026

🚗 Road deaths have fallen, but Australia still remains off track.

Road deaths are 19.7% higher than when the National Road Safety Strategy began in 2021. The Strategy aims to halve road deaths by 2030.

The recent Review of the failing strategy highlights the need for greater Commonwealth leadership, and better use of data.

It will save lives.

🔗 See more: aaa.asn.au/2026/09/road-safety-review-a-wake-up-call-for-government

21/09/2026

Fuel excise is the tax on every litre you buy at the pump, and it's how Australia has paid for its roads for decades.

⚠️ More EVs and hybrids mean less fuel excise revenue
⚠️ Roads and charging infrastructure still need funding

The answer is a fairer, future-proof system.

✅ A road user charge for the vehicles that don't pay fuel excise
✅ A contribution from every road user, not just those filling up at the pump
✅ Better roads and charging infrastructure
✅ One long-term solution, not a series of patchwork fixes

Right now, drivers who buy fuel are funding the roads on their own. A road user charge brings everyone else in.

A new approach today, for the vehicles of tomorrow.

The AAA urges the Government to progress its Road User Charge so everyone who uses public roads helps pay for them.

17/09/2026