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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

RAC to provide Apple's Roadside Assistance via satellite for iPhone users in Western Australia

RAC is working with Apple to bring Roadside Assistance via satellite to iPhone users across Australia.

04 Sept 2025

RAC response to ACCC statement of issues

RAC acknowledges the Statement of Issues released by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in relation to RAC’s proposed partnership with Insurance Australia Group (IAG).

02 Sept 2025

WA's road trauma crisis deepens

One year on from the WA Government’s Road Safety Roundtable, convened in response to what was the state’s worst level of fatalities in a decade, the situation has only worsened, with even more people being killed on WA roads this year.

14 Aug 2025

RAC welcomes first stage of local roads investment

RAC has welcomed the WA Government’s announcement of the first stage of local roads that will receive safety upgrades under an expansion of the Regional Road Safety Program.

08 Aug 2025

RAC urges caution as animal collisions climb

RAC is warning WA motorists to be extra vigilant on the roads, with new claims data revealing animal collisions are continuing to rise.

04 Aug 2025

Broome students set to learn consequences of risky driving

More than 380 high school students across the Broome region will learn the confronting realities of unsafe driving during RAC Project Road Smart at Broome Civic Centre this Wednesday 6 August.

27 June 2025

RAC Electric Highway concludes after 10 years of powering change

A decade-long RAC electric vehicle charging program will conclude next week following a positive surge in EV uptake and charger availability across WA.

11 June 2025

Safety concerns top cycling barrier, survey finds

An RAC survey has revealed a fear of road sharing with motorists is a major cycling barrier with only 13 per cent of people comfortable riding on busy streets alongside traffic.

15 May 2025

RAC and IAG to enter into long-term insurance partnership

RAC has announced it will enter into a 20-year general insurance partnership with IAG, with IAG set to take on RAC's underwriting as part of the transaction.

14 May 2025

RAC Derby drives road safety messages at WAFL match

RAC has partnered with the South Fremantle Football Club with the support of East Fremantle Football Club to deliver the first-ever WAFL RAC Derby in June.

13 May 2025

Safer Speeds Trial underway in Augusta Margaret River

New speed limits have begun rolling out in the Shire of Augusta Margaret River this week as part of a road safety trial designed to prevent crashes, serious injuries and deaths on local roads.

12 May 2025

National Road Safety Week shines light on road safety as deaths surge

RAC is urging drivers to be extra mindful on WA roads during National Road Safety Week as WA road deaths surge to 70 - surpassing the five-year average by 14 deaths.

15 Apr 2025

RAC survey reveals growing trend towards local holidays

In the lead up the Easter break, an RAC survey has revealed that more West Australians are swapping overseas and interstate travel for local getaways, with the South West and Great Southern emerging as the destinations of choice.

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