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17 Apr 2026

RAC notes decision by ACCC to proceed to Phase 2

RAC notes the decision by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to undertake a Phase 2 assessment of the proposed partnership with IAG.

30 Mar 2026

High school students presented with real-world road safety lesson

The devastating impact of road trauma will be front and centre for over 17,000 high school students at RAC bstreetsmart, delivered in partnership with WA’s emergency services.

11 Mar 2026

RAC Air Health Monitor sheds light on Perth's air quality

The first RAC Air Health Monitor report has found traffic-related emissions remain Perth’s biggest air quality challenge, with concerning levels of nitrogen dioxide being regularly recorded across our city.

10 Mar 2026

Government response to e-rideables report welcomed

RAC has welcomed the WA Government’s response to a parliamentary inquiry into the safety, regulation and penalties associated with the use of e-rideables.

04 Mar 2026

WA drivers call for visible safety ratings

More than 80 per cent of WA motorists support the introduction of mandatory safety ratings displayed on all cars for retail sale.

17 Feb 2026

Bunbury students set to face confronting road safety lesson

Bunbury high school students will learn the realities of unsafe driving during RAC Project Road Smart on Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 February.

19 Jan 2026

Increase in kids locked in cars prompts renewed safety warning

With temperatures set to soar again this week, RAC is reminding drivers to keep their keys secure to avoid a child or pet becoming locked in their vehicle.

11 Dec 2025

RAC statement on ACCC decision

RAC notes the decision by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to oppose our proposed insurance partnership with Insurance Australia Group (IAG).

04 Dec 2025

Findings of e-rideables inquiry welcomed

RAC has welcomed the new Ride Safe report, which details recommendations following a WA Parliamentary inquiry into safety, regulation and penalties associated with the use of e-rideables.

10 Nov 2025

RAC renews naming rights partnership with Perth's home of live entertainment

Marking the venue’s 13th anniversary, RAC is proud to announce the renewal of its naming rights partnership with RAC Arena, Perth’s premier live entertainment venue managed by Legends Global, securing its association until 2030.

07 Nov 2025

Electric and hybrid cars dominate RAC affordability survey

A new RAC survey has found electric and hybrid vehicles are not only becoming cheaper to own and run – in some cases they are the most affordable new car to buy in their category.

30 Oct 2025

Dangerous driving getting worse on busy WA roads

Over seventy per cent of Western Australian drivers have seen an increase in aggression and distraction, and say our roads are becoming more congested.

21 Oct 2025

Albany students face consequences of risky driving

Albany high school students will learn about the reality of road trauma during RAC Project Road Smart at the Albany Entertainment Centre tomorrow.

20 Oct 2025

Connectivity key to boosting public transport use

Nearly 60 per cent of Perth residents say they would catch public transport more often, if the network was better connected.

17 Oct 2025

EVs ticking all the boxes for owners, despite dip in demand

More than 95 per cent of people who already own electric vehicles are satisfied with their cars, despite research showing interest in EVs is declining.

16 Oct 2025

A new era: RAC and Fremantle Dockers elevate partnership to drive road safety in WA

The Fremantle Dockers and RAC are proud to announce the renewal of their long-standing partnership, reaffirming a shared commitment to making Western Australian roads safer and giving back to the community.

13 Oct 2025

Survey reveals daily dangers in school zones

Congestion, illegal parking, impatience and mobile phone distraction are the top daily school drop-off and pick-up gripes, according to an RAC member survey.

10 Sept 2025