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Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive in floodwaters or flooded roads?
The law around driving into flooded roads or floodwater may surprise you, despite the nationwide problem we face in Australia.
2 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to drive with my boot open?
Driving with your boot open is technically not illegal, but there are many factors you need to be aware of before you do.
2 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to park on a footpath?
If you happen to park on a footpath, you could be fined hundreds of dollars with some states even enforcing a demerit point penalty.
2 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to brake-check someone who is tailgating you?
Brake-checking someone who is tailgating you? It could land you a big fine and possible jail time.
2 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to unplug an EV that is charging?
There are no specific rules to police this, but unplugging someone else's car may cause you some issues depending on who you ask.
2 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to change the colour of my car?
Is your wrap more than one colour? Is it reflective? Does it change in the sun? There are rules you should be aware of.
2 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to ride a bicycle under the influence of alcohol?
Although you can't often be breathalysed riding a bicycle, if you have an accident and are found to be under the influence of alcohol, you could be in serious trouble.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to drive my car if it has been recalled?
What happens if you have an accident due to a safety issue on an active recall?
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to add spotlights or a light bar to my vehicle?
Adding a light bar, spot lights or driving lights to a vehicle can be one of the best ways to improve the safety of the vehicle, but you need to get it right.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to do a burnout in Australia?
You can be fined hundreds of dollars, lose points and potentially even have your car confisticated if you are caught doing a burnout in your car.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to drive a vehicle that is blowing smoke, or is smoky?
There are fines and penalties applicable across Australia for driving a vehicle that is emitting unnecessary smoke.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to drive without number plate lights?
Did you know that you are required to have your rear number plates illuminated while driving at night, no matter what?
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to use a fake or cloned number plate that looks real?
No matter how good your fake number plate might look, if it's not issued by the state authority, it is illegal to use.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to use a bike carrier in Australia?
Planning on using any cycle mount option, you should be aware that there are strict rules about the ways that you can and should mount in on your vehicle.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to let someone's tyres down?
Whether you think of it as harmless fun, or there’s malice to your intent, letting someone’s vehicle tyres down could be a criminal offence.
3 Years Ago
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to have the wrong gender on your driver’s licence?
If your details have changed, from your address, name or even gender, you need to update your details or face potential fines.
3 Years Ago