20 Worst Speed Cameras in NSW

According to 2009-10 statistics provided by the NSW Office of State Revenue, these are the speed cameras that have resulted in the most infringement notices being issued to motorists. If you’re unfamiliar with NSW, pay close attention after you compare car hire and then take your vehicle out onto NSW roads.

1. Cleveland St, Moore Park (48,550 infringements)

The ultimate speed trap in Sydney. Installed in 2007, these cameras point both ways as drivers pass Sydney Boys and Sydney Girls High School. It’s 40km/h during school hours and just 10km/h more at all other times, despite it being a fairly open road. Be very careful when heading down Cleveland Street, particularly if you take a left turn off South Dowling Street, as the camera will take you by surprise.

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7 Ways to Improve Mileage

Ten years ago, petrol in Australia cost around 70c per litre. These days, it is twice that. The exorbitant cost of modern fuel means fuel economy is more important than ever, and getting greater mileage per litre is a great way to save money, whether you’re driving your personal vehicle or a rental car. In this article, we’ll look at 11 surefire ways to gain more mileage when you’re driving.

1. Slow down

Once you start travelling over 100-110 kilometres per hour, fuel economy begins to decrease rapidly. In this sense, speed limits aren’t only a way to keep you safe — they’re also a way to ensure maximum fuel efficiency on the road. Stick to speed limits and you’ll go a long way to improving the mileage of your vehicle.

2. Keep tyres pumped

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How to Use a Roundabout — Correctly!

Roundabouts are not hard to use. Yet, around Australia, many drivers seem to have trouble navigating them. It’s a shame, really, because used correctly, roundabouts are the most efficient method of controlling traffic flow at an intersection. Some drivers may be in a rental car, visiting from a place where roundabouts aren’t used. Others may use roundabouts every day of their lives and still not know how to use them properly. Whatever the case, here are the basic rules to remember when using a roundabout to keep them as safe and efficient as possible.

The (very) basics

A roundabout is a circular junction commonly found at intersections throughout Australia. As vehicles approach the roundabout, they slow down to about 15-20 kilometres per hour in order to navigate the roundabout safely before distributing themselves in the desired direction. In Australia, all traffic flows in a clockwise direction around the roundabout.

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5 Tips for Finding Your Way Around Sydney

Sydney. It’s a very big city. Not the biggest there is, mind you — it has nothing on the New Yorks, Shanghais, Tokyos and Londons of the world — but certainly the biggest in Australia and certainly enough to give the unfamiliar traveller a couple of headaches. It can be a very confusing city, as its urban sprawl has created a complex tangle of suburbs, roads and public transportation systems. If you’re new to the city, it can all be a bit overwhelming, so this article aims to offer you a few key points to keep in mind, from what’s within walking distance to the benefits of seeking Sydney car hire.

Where can I walk?

Assuming you’re staying in the Sydney CBD during your visit, there are plenty of places you can walk to visit, but these only make up a very small percentage of Sydney’s overall area. Places of interest that are within a 1-hour walk of the CBD include:
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