Vehicle safety
All you need to know about choosing and using child restraints, buying a safer car, securing loads and towing trailers and caravans, plus Victoria’s vehicle design standards for safety.
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Advice on what child restraints and booster seats are appropriate for children from birth up until 16 years of age.
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This information applies to light vehicles only. For heavy vehicles, with a Gross Vehicle Mass exceeding 4.5 tonnes, please consult the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.
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Owners of vehicles with Takata airbags are being urged to stop driving and arrange for their airbags to be replaced immediately.
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Using your vehicle lights incorrectly can make it difficult for other drivers to see. Learn about the correct use of fog and driving lights.
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All vehicles in Victoria must conform to construction standards ensuring vehicles provide drivers and passengers with a minimum level of safety.
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Advice on buying a safe car that meets your needs.
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Every year Victorians are at danger from tonnes of debris falling onto roads from unsecured loads.
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There are some important safety rules and tips you need to know, if you plan on towing a caravan.
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When a bullbar is fitted to a vehicle it can be dangerous to pedestrians and can adversely affect the safety of the vehicle too.
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The development of connected and automated vehicle technology provides an exciting opportunity to realise its potential to improve road safety and provide other benefits for Victoria.
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Advice on buying a safe truck or bus that meets your needs.
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Learn more about the most common types of alternative fuels used in vehicles.