New technology making drivers and pedestrians safer

Australian drivers will have access to new life-saving technology, which will help improve the safety of other drivers and pedestrians when using or around roads.

From 1 November 2027, all new vehicles must be fitted with reversing technologies that will provide drivers with the best possible line of sight when reversing.

These aids include reversing cameras and motion sensors, and must be fitted to all new types of light, medium and heavy vehicles, from everyday cars through to heavy goods trucks.

The standard for all new vehicles is called Australian Design Rule 108/00 – Reversing Technologies.

To learn more about this new rule, go to: Saving lives on and around roads