SG Fleet is a proud principal partner of National Road Safety Week (17 – 24 May), an initiative promoting safer driving, highlighting the impact of road trauma, and how we can work to reduce it.
We encourage you to Take the Pledge and always drive so that others survive. Visit the National Road Safety Week website to learn more and take the pledge to drive in a way that makes the roads safer for everyone.
Every year, more than 1,300 people lose their lives and 40,000 are seriously injured on our roads across Australia. These numbers unfortunately grow every year, so we encourage everyone to take the pledge, drive safer and look after other road users. It’s our job to maintain a safe driving environment, ensuring community members arrive home safe and sound.
Sunday 17 May is a day of remembrance. We encourage everyone to pause at 12pm to remember the 1,300 people killed on Australian roads every year.
Traffic injuries are the biggest cause of death of Australian children under 15, and the second-biggest killer of Australians aged between 15-24. Since young people are most vulnerable on our roads, we encourage everyone to keep an eye out and be mindful of younger drivers, especially Learner and Probationary licensed road users.
Tuesday 19 May is a day of consideration and care towards our young people on the roads, so aim to show support and patience with these drivers.
There are many unusual laws, and other road rules that are constantly changing or getting introduced. It is important to stay up to date with road rules in your state or territory to ensure you are driving as safely as possible and preventing harm to yourself and fellow drivers.
Quick reminders to keep top of mind
Speed limits
Speed limits apply at all times — even when roads look quiet or conditions feel safe. Remember that school zones, roadworks and variable speed zones can change depending on the time and location.
Phones and distractions
Using a mobile phone while driving remains one of the biggest risk factors on the road. Hands-free rules, smartwatch use and phone mounting requirements can vary depending on your state or territory.
Following distances
Maintaining a safe gap gives you time to react and helps prevent rear-end collisions. A good rule of thumb is at least a three-second gap — more in wet or poor conditions.
Sharing the road
Drivers share the road with cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and e-scooter riders. Refreshing your knowledge of minimum passing distances and shared-path rules helps everyone get home safely.
Taking a few minutes to refresh your knowledge can help prevent accidents, reduce risk, and keep everyone safer on the road.
Planning a weekend away or a local trip? Plan ahead for a stress-free journey. Knowing where you’re going — and what to expect along the way — helps reduce distractions, fatigue and last-minute decisions on the road. Road Safety Week is a great reminder that safe journeys start before you turn the key.
Here are some tips to help you stay focused and to avoid driver distraction:
Allow extra time
Rushing increases risk. Leaving a little earlier will help reduce speeding, aggressive driving and decision-making under pressure.
Check conditions before you go
Weather, traffic and visibility can affect how long a journey takes. Adjust your plans — and your driving — if conditions change.
Take a break
Schedule rest breaks on longer journeys and stop if you start feeling tired, distracted or uncomfortable.
Prepare before getting behind the wheel
Make sure your vehicle is fuelled/charged and roadworthy. Create a playlist and start the music before you start driving, with songs that affect your mood and concentration positively. Set your GPS before you take off to avoid any further potential distractions.
