Learner and P plate drivers can tow trailers in South Australia. South Australian P Plate and Learner drivers can tow any trailer that is legally permitted for the car they are driving. Towing a trailer requires extra skills, planning and thought. There is much to learn including loading the trailer, reversing, managing the extra weight, checking and adjusting the brakes if fitted. Your Supervisor can teach you these and other towing must knows. Tyre pressures are critical. How the … [Read more...]
Pokemon GO & Driving – Not the Go
Pokemon GO players are doing it on the go, they're even doing it when driving. Watch out for distracted drivers every where. There are now more than ever. The phenomenon has once again taken Australia by storm, even in our cars. This is a great new concept designed to get Gamers out and about. Let's not play while driving. When stopped at the traffic lights, it might be a huge temptation to capture Pokemon nearby, but at what cost? Distraction is now the biggest killer on our roads. Drink … [Read more...]
New Cycling Laws – Plain Common Sense!
The new cycling laws just make common sense. Drivers have been breaking laws for years trying to leave room for cyclists. The new laws allow drivers to cross solid lines to make room. Before the new rules, drivers had to ‘squeeze past’ cyclists to avoid crossing solid lines or driving on painted traffic islands. Cyclists were forced to break the law to stay safe by riding on foot paths where there was no room for them on the road. The new rules allow cyclists to ride on the foot path where … [Read more...]
New P Plate Rules – Know your exemptions
July 28th 2014 will bring many changes for P Plate Drivers in South Australia. These changes bring SA in line with most other states, they are not new ideas, they are just new to us in this state. Restrictions will effect all P plate drivers under the age of 25 years. It is important to also know that exemptions apply for purposes of work, club activities, and some organised events. As 28th July approaches, we will study closely information put out by DPTI and bring it to you in … [Read more...]
New laws for L & P Plate Drivers start 28th July 2014
It's official. We just found this on the SA Gov My Licence site: graduated-licensing-scheme/gls_changes The changes will effect all South Australian L and P drivers no matter how long they have had their L's or P's. Night driving and passenger restrictions plus an additional year on P2's are main changes for P Drivers. The main change for L drivers is the Hazard Perception Test will need to be passed before getting P1 license. Huge change for drivers who have lost either L's or P's. … [Read more...]
South Australian P Plate Laws – Beyond The Hype
What will new South Australian P Plate laws really mean? Importantly, the Learner driver age of 16 years, Learner Test, minimum 12 months on Ls and 75 hours requirements will all stay the same. Hazard Perception Test will have to be passed before getting P1 license rather than between P1 and P2. Passenger restrictions and Curfew will apply to all P1 drivers, not just those who have done the wrong thing. Much bigger incentive to do the right thing, drive safely and move to P2 as soon as … [Read more...]
Merging Rules in South Australia
Merging Road Rules There are two types of merging situations. Zip Merge and Lane End Merge. Look for lines marked on the road to tell the difference. Lane End Merge. Crossing a dotted lane end line Car B is crossing a dotted "lane end" so must give way, waiting for car A to pass. Car B must also signal because they are preparing to leave their lane. Zip Merge. No lines to cross, two lines of traffic coming together. The … [Read more...]
