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RAC takes steps to reduce WA’s carbon footprint
02 August 2012
The RAC is encouraging motorists to choose more sustainable motoring options through its Less Emissions Mission.

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RAC's newest membership recognises varied needs of Western Australians
30 November 2012
The RAC’s newest membership, Wheels2go, will provide peace of mind for members using mobility devices.

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RAC calls for road safety shake-up
18 December 2012
The RAC has called for an urgent re-think of the way Western Australia manages its efforts to reduce deaths and serious injuries on our roads.

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Proposed rego rises need independent review: RAC
18 December 2012
The RAC has called for an independent review of any increases in motor registration charges proposed by the State government to fund a no-fault crash insurance scheme for catastrophic injuries.

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Cycling investment needs to be re-thought: RAC
14 December 2012
A new study commissioned by the RAC has shown that the return generated by investment in cycling infrastructure often exceeds the benefits generated by transport investments.

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RAC commends five 5-star ratings
10 December 2012
The RAC has commended three popular mid-sized SUVs for having high safety standards across their ranges, resulting in 5-star safety ratings for all in the latest round of ANCAP testing.

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RAC announces Australia's Best Cars winners for 2012
28 November 2012
The RAC in conjunction with the motoring clubs from around Australia has announced the 15 winners in the 2012 Australia’s Best Cars awards, with innovation and value being the major themes running through the prestigious awards program.

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RAC receives thousands of claims from wild weather
12 June 2012
Western Australians have been busy cleaning up following the wild weather over the weekend and today.

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RAC welcomes new Road Safety Chair
31 October 2012
The RAC has welcomed the appointment of Professor Murray Lampard APM as the new Independent Chair of the WA Road Safety Council and thanked outgoing-Chair Professor D’Arcy Holman for his efforts over the past three years.

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Australia's Best Cars 2012 finalists announced
31 October 2012
The 45 finalists in Australia’s Best Cars 2012 have been announced by Australia’s motoring clubs. BMW, Hyundai and Volkswagen have the highest number of cars in the running.

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RAC takes the lead to increase car safety in WA
23 October 2012
In a bid to enhance road safety for Western Australians, the RAC has taken the bold decision to stop insuring and financing all 2012 and beyond manufactured vehicles which have been rated by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) and don’t achieve a safety rating of 4 or 5-stars.

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Raising the bar for safety
05 October 2012
Volkswagen has raised the bar for safety in the sub-light car class with its new Up! achieving a 5-star safety rating in the latest round on ANCAP crash testing.

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RAC searching for WA's favourite destination
10 September 2012
The RAC is working towards putting an end to Western Australia’s ‘boring’ tag by showcasing the State’s most popular tourist destinations and activities as determined by RAC members and the people of WA.

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RAC and CCIWA reveal Perth's congestion crisis
31 August 2012
Perth’s growing congestion is slicing into the profits and productivity of WA businesses, with 90 per cent of businesses saying the amount of time their workers spent on the road had increased in the past year.

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Holden Volt leads the charge in ANCAP safety
31 August 2012
The RAC has welcomed the 5-star safety rating that has been awarded by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program to Australia’s latest electric car, the Holden Volt.

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RAC urges caution during fuel supply issue
20 July 2012
WA motorists may be aware that BP is experiencing limited supplies of its premium and 98 octane unleaded fuels.

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RAC Insurance working to settle 7500 claims
14 June 2012
RAC Insurance is continuing to receive and process claims from members following the two storms and mini tornado of the past week.

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State Budget: Good for road safety, light on light rail
18 May 2012
The RAC says the 2012/13 State Budget will be welcomed by motorists and will make a significant start on reducing the number of deaths and injuries on WA roads.

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New funds for road safety to save lives: RAC
14 May 2012
The RAC has welcomed the announcement of a new funding package for road safety initiatives worth almost $90 million.

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Inaugural road safety event for WA
08 May 2012
The RAC is teaming up with the WA Police, Fire and Emergency Services Authority, St John Ambulance and Royal Perth Hospital to bring bstreetsmart to WA year 10, 11 and 12 students for the first time ever.

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CCI/RAC launch campaign to look at the cost of congestion for business
04 May 2012
WA’s largest business representative group, CCI, and the State’s peak motoring body, the RAC, have joined forces to investigate how the growing issue of congestion is affecting businesses in Western Australia.

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RAC welcomes young driver reforms
24 April 2012
The RAC has welcomed new restrictions to be introduced by the State Government that will aim to save young lives on WA roads.

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Anti congestion measures good start
24 April 2012
The RAC has welcomed the tranche of anti congestion measures released by the Government including the extension of the CAT bus service and much need investment into cycling infrastructure.

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Basic car checks essential
04 April 2012
Motorists setting off on their Easter holidays this year could be putting their trip in jeopardy by not preparing their car properly a snap poll conducted by the RAC has revealed.

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Cycling plan a good start but needs more work
14 March 2012
The RAC has welcomed the release of the draft Western Australian Bicycle Network Plan 2012 -2021 but says the community will expect to see more commitments and financial backing in the final document.

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International Womans Day
08 March 2012
The RAC will celebrate International Women’s Day by honouring the contributions and achievements of its staff on 8 March.

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Fewer road fatalities in 2011
24 February 2012
Western Australia has recorded one of its lowest road fatality rates since the early 1970’s yet 179 people still lost their lives on the State’s roads last year.

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Regional road safety, congestion top priorities in 2012 State budget: RAC
06 February 2012
The RAC says the State government must address Western Australia’s shocking regional road toll and the growing issue of congestion in the State Budget to be handed down in May.

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RAC welcomes stricter pedestrian safety in cars
03 February 2012
The RAC has welcomed the ANCAP safety ratings of the Honda Civic and Hyundai Veloster, which received 5 stars each under a new ratings system that now takes into account pedestrian protection.

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RAC ready for first summer scorcher
25 January 2012
The RAC is ramping up its roadside assistance patrols and Auto Services centres in preparation for the coming heatwave.

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RAC launches new brand campaign
23 January 2012
For the first time in over three years, the RAC is launching a new brand campaign that highlights to Western Australians how the RAC is On your Side.

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Mixed results for WA's national highway network
19 January 2012
The safety of Western Australia’s National road network has received mixed results in an Australian road assessment report released today by the RAC.

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Fewer road fatalities in 2011
03 January 2012
Western Australia has recorded one of its best road fatality rates since the early 1970s but more work needs to be done according to the RAC.

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