TAC blogs

Crime Stoppers

It can be a scary experience to see other drivers intentionally breaking the rules and driving dangerously.

The Facts on Speeding

Speeding is the biggest cause of crashes on Victorian roads and slowing down by 5km/hr can mean the difference between a close call and death. Unfortunately, there is a part of the community that believes low level speeding is acceptable, namely males.

A look back on Melbourne's road safety history

While horses were the main cause of deaths and injuries on the roads in the 19th century, the 20th century saw the introduction of motor cars, which presented an even greater problem.

Horsham's road safe school fence

For the school kids at Ss Michael and John in Horsham the ball going over the road was giving them a lot of headaches. But they came up with a great solution that made them safer next to the road and kept the games going strong.

Drink driving: The fall out

Christie Cooper is a reporter for 7 News Melbourne. She recently wrote about the heart wrenching behind-the-scenes story of the tragic impact a drink driver can have on a child, a family and a community

Tips for Driving in Wet Weather

Melbourne is often said to experience four seasons in one day and, despite its promise of warmer more settled weather, spring is the time when this can happen most. The new season's weather in Victoria really can "spring" from a sunny to driving rain and back to sun again, all before lunch time.

Flexible Wire Rope Safety Barriers

In this article, we address the concerns and questions raised about flexible wire rope safety barriers. Learn more here.

Festival of Footy

Football is an important part of us reaching the community in working Towards Zero. The Festival of Footy focuses on our shared responsibilty and country Victoria partnerships.

Safe cycling promoted through Cadel Road Race

The Transport Accident Commission has partnered with the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race to promote road safety in an effort to reduce cyclist road trauma

Cycling In Victoria

In an effort to reduce cyclist road trauma, we have partnered with upcoming cycling events across Victoria to promote the road safety message.

Vision Zero and Sweden’s approach to road safety

The Towards Zero philosophy is new to Victoria but it has been in effect in Sweden for close to two decades.

Take a break from the road at a driver reviver pit stop

Victorian Driver Reviver locations operate throughout the year during major public holiday long weekends, such as Australia Day, Labour Day, Easter, Queen's Birthday and the Christmas/New Year period