My car licence
Driving is one of the riskiest daily activities that you'll do so preparing yourself and your vehicle is vital.myLs
Get your Learner’s Permit online.Pre learner
Start learning how to be a safe driver now.Learner's permit
Got your Ls? Learn about special L-rules and conditions.P1 provisional licence
You can now drive independently but there are conditions...P2 provisional licence
Keep building your driving skills and experience.Full licence
It's vital to maintain your driving skills and knowledge.Graduated Licensing Scheme
The staged approach to getting your driver’s licence, including new rules for P plates.L and P Penalties
The Penalties for breaking the rules (Licence Disqualification).The Driver's Handbook
The road rules handbook for all South Australian drivers.The Hazard Perception Test
What to expect in the Hazard Perception Test.Medical fitness to drive
Learn about the fitness to drive requirements in South Australia.Are you worried about someone's driving?
It can be difficult to know what to do if you have concerns about someone’s driving.Older drivers
Learn about the risks older drivers face and keep safe on the roads.International drivers
Tips for international visitors driving on South Australian roads.Supervising a learner driver
Learn how to develop your child's driving skills.Resources
Resources related to being a safer driver.Stay in touch
Join the conversation.FAQ
Frequently asked questions.My motorcycle licence
Riding a motorcycle is enjoyed by people of all ages. However, compared to driving other road vehicles, riding a motorcycle can place you at higher risk than others. If you are involved in a crash, the chances of being injured are very high.Pre learner
Got your Ls? Learn about special L-rules and conditions.Learner's permit
R-Date endorsement.R-Date class
Licence endorsement.R class
Licence endorsement.Motorcycle Helmets
The Australian Road Rules require all motor bike riders and any pillion or sidecar passengers to wear an approved motor bike helmet.The Rider's Handbook
The road rules handbook for all South Australian riders.Practice Learner's Theory Test
Study up for the Learner's Theory Test.Rider Safe training
Rider Safe is a compulsory motorcycle rider training course for all novice motorcycle riders.Safer riding tips
You can become a safer rider by having the necessary skills.Motor Bike Lane Filtering
It is important that all motor bike riders are aware of the strict conditions that apply to motor bike lane filtering.Moped riders
Moped/scooter riders, like all motorcyclists, are vulnerable on the road.Returning to riding
Take the time to get your skills up-to-date with the Rider Safe Returning Rider Course.Resources
Resources related to being a safer rider.Motorcycle Rider Hazard Simulator
Practise the Motorcycle Rider Hazard Simulator.Stay in touch
Join the conversation.My heavy vehicle licence
The term 'heavy vehicle' applies to the trucks, B-doubles and road trains that transport goods across Australia. It also includes buses, trams, agricultural machinery, livestock transporters, tankers, grain and delivery trucks and other long and possibly slow moving vehicles on our roads. The following provides information on upgrading your licence to a higher class.Heavy vehicle inspections
Heavy vehicle inspections required on change of ownership from 2017Light Rigid or Medium Rigid
Find out what you need to get your LR or MR class licenceHeavy Rigid or Heavy Combination
Want to get your HR or HC class licence? Find out further here.Multi-combination
Find out how to upgrade to a MC class licence.Heavy vehicle driver's handbook
The Heavy Vehicle Driver’s Handbook is an important guide that provides detailed information on what you need to know to operate a heavy vehicle safely in South Australia.Operating a heavy vehicle
Information on the National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme.Safe driving tips
Heavy vehicles are a safety issue because of the distances travelled, their mass and rigidity.South Eastern Freeway
Watch this video before attempting to drive a heavy vehicle down the South Eastern Freeway.Road rules
Is your knowledge of basic road rules up-to-date?The Driver's Handbook
The Driver's Handbook is the road rules handbook for all South Australian drivers.Resources
Resources related to being a safer driver.Stay in touch
Join the conversation.My ultra high powered vehicle licence
A U class licence is a new class of licence that you will need from 1 December 2024 to drive an Ultra High Powered Vehicle (UHPV). An UHPV is a vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Mass not greater than 4.5 tonnes (not including a bus, motor bike or motor trike) with a power to weight ratio equal to or greater than 276 kilowatts per tonne.What vehicles are classified as UHPV?
Find out what vehicles are classified as ultra high powered vehicles.Steps to get a U class licence
Find out the steps to obtain a U class licence.U class licence online training
Anyone wishing to drive an UHPV, including existing owners or drivers of UHPVs, will need to undertake this training to be issued with a U class licence.Offences relating to UHPVs
It is an offence to drive an UHPV with an automatic vehicle intervention system disabled.Parents and supervisors
Supervising a learner driver is a challenging experience. It can also be very rewarding. You'll help a young person develop the skills and attitudes they need to become a safer, smarter driver.Pre learner
How to help prepare your learner driver for a lifetime of safe driving.Learner's permit
The information you need to know and understand before you supervise a learner driver.Solo driving
Rehearsing solo driving is vital for your learner. Learn tips on practising here.P plater safety
Learn how to reduce road risks for a newly independent driver.Supervising driver tips
Supervising a learner driver is a serious commitment. Help ensure their safety.Reducing crash risks
Read our driving tips for reducing the crash risk of new drivers.Road rules pocket guide
Refresh your knowledge of the road rules before assisting a learner driver here.Buying a car for new drivers
Learn how to make a safer vehicle choice for their first car.Sharing the household vehicle
As the number of car users in a household increases there will be a growing pressure to use the available vehicles.The Driver's Handbook
The Driver's Handbook is the road rules handbook for all South Australian drivers.The Driving Companion
The Driving Companion contains the log book to record your learner’s compulsory driving hours.Resources
Resources to help you become a better supervisor.Stay in touch
Join the conversation.Road rules
Is your knowledge of basic road rules up-to-date? Breaking basic road rules contributes to thousands of avoidable crashes in South Australia resulting in injuries and fatalities each year.Road rules videos
Watch our videos on a number of commonly misunderstood road rules. Do you know the rules?Road rules pocket guide
The road rules refresher pocket guide outlines some of the most misunderstood road rules.Road rules quiz
Try this quick road rules refresher quiz to check your road rules knowledge.Trucks and buses low gear signs
Trucks and buses must follow Australian Road Rule 108 when driving down a steep road.Riding Motorised Scooters and Skateboards
Rules for Riding Motorised Scooters and Skateboards in South AustraliaE-scooter trial safety rules
Rules for Riding E-scooters in the E-scooter trialThe Driver's Handbook
The Driver's Handbook is the road rules handbook for all SA drivers, including learners.Offences & Penalties
Know the legislation on road rules and most driving offences.Road rule amendments
Click here to see recent South Australian road rule amendments.25km/h Emergency Services speed limit
Drivers are now required to travel at 25km/h when driving through an emergency service speed zone. This law came into effect on 1 September 2014.Stay in touch
Join the conversation.Seatbelts and child restraints
Wearing a seatbelt doubles your chances of surviving a serious crash. Take the time to "buckle up".Resources
Resources related to being a safer driver.Rail safety quiz
Think you know how to be safe around trains? Try this quick rail safety quiz to check your knowledge.Cycling laws
Drivers are required to give a minimum of 1m when passing a cyclist where the speed limit is 60km/h or less or 1.5m where the speed limit is over 60km/h. Cyclists of all ages can ride on footpaths.Cyclist road rules and safety
When you are riding a bike you need to know about bells, lights, helmets, riding abreast, bicycle lanes, give way rules and more. Click here to find the rules, laws and safety tips for cycling in South Australia.Safe driving tips
Driving involves risk and safe drivers aim to reduce and manage their risk.School safety
Learn about road rules and safety tips for driving to and from or in the vicinity of schools.Safer speeds
Speed is a key factor in crashes and road trauma.Alcohol and drugs
Don't mix driving with alcohol or drugs (including medicine).Fatigue
Fatigue is often ranked as a major factor in causing road crashes.Mobile phones
Using a mobile phone while driving increases the risk of crashing by at least four times.Dangerous behaviours
Inattention is an issue in both rural and metropolitan areas, for all people.Know when to cross the line
A level crossing is where the road crosses a rail or tram line. Risk taking around trains and trams is extremely hazardous.Safer vehicles
Buying a car, whether it's for you or your child, is a big responsibility.Country driving
Before you drive in the country make sure you and your car are prepared.Sharing the road
Know your responsibilities and respect the rights to safety of all who share our roads.Driveway safety
Tragically one child, often a toddler, is run over in their driveway every week in Australia.Breakdown safety
Remember to slow down and be cautious if you see flashing amber hazard lights on the side of the roadYellow Ribbon week
South Australia is a supporter of Yellow Ribbon "Drive So Others Survive" National Road Safety Week.Move smart
Keep your travel options open, stay flexible and move smart!Passenger distractions
Simple distractions can increase your risk of a crash by up to four times.Driving at night
Driving at night is dangerous and requires more skills and concentration.High powered vehicles
Provisional licence holders under the age of 25 must not drive a high powered vehicle.Driving age
Getting a driver’s licence isn’t a race. If you don’t need a licence yet, just wait.Practice
Learner drivers who have more supervised practice have shown to have substantial crash reductions.Resources
Resources related to being a safer driver.Are you worried about someone's driving?
It can be difficult to know what to do if you have concerns about someone’s driving.Stay in touch
Join the conversation.Cycling laws
Drivers are required to give a minimum of 1m when passing a cyclist where the speed limit is 60km/h or less or 1.5m where the speed limit is over 60km/h. Cyclists of all ages can ride on footpaths.Cyclist road rules and safety
When you are riding a bike you need to know about bells, lights, helmets, riding abreast, bicycle lanes, give way rules and more. Click here to find the rules, laws and safety tips for cycling in South Australia.Visitors to South Australia
Driving involves risk and safe drivers aim to reduce and manage their risk.International drivers
If you are a visitor to South Australia - welcome! We want you to enjoy your stay, but more importantly we want you to stay safe. Here are tips and rules for driving in South Australia.Order Visitor Road Rules promotions
If you're a SA company providing services to visitors you can order road rules promotions here.Licence requirements for visitors
Using an interstate or overseas driver’s licence in South Australia and how to apply for a driver’s licence here.The Driver's Handbook
The Driver's Handbook is the road rules handbook for all South Australian drivers, including learner drivers.Chinese
南澳驾驶执照管理法持临时签证的短期逗留者可以在南澳州境内驾车,但只能驾驶所持驾照许可的车种,且必须随时携带外地或海外颁发的有效驾照。如所持驾照为非英语文本,则必须携带国际驾照或原驾照的英文翻译件。 你在南澳逗留期间,如果遇到驾照过期,或身份转为永居,那你就必须申请南澳驾照。 | |
靠左行驶在澳洲开车必须靠左行驶。每次上路时,应让身边的乘客提醒你靠左行驶,路口转弯时也要让身边的人提醒,这样会安全很多。步行过马路时,记得看右、看左,再看右,没有来往车辆、一切安全才过马路。 | |
安全带与头盔车上凡配有安全带和儿童约束装置的,都必须使用。安全带能够在撞车的时候大大减少伤亡风险。而且,不使用安全带和儿童约束装置者,会被处以高额罚款。 骑摩托车、机动脚踏车、机动速克达踏板车或自行车时(在维多利亚州及南澳州则包含非机动速克达踏板车),必须佩戴防暴头盔。 | |
路标这个路标表示你必须停车并给所有车辆让路。你的车必须停在路面所画的白色停止线之前。如果路面没有白线,你的车必须停在让你能够看清来往车辆的地方,以便给左右两面来的所有车辆让路。 | |
车速在澳洲,你必须严格遵守车速限制。车速限制就是允许你驾驶的最高车速。你的车速不可以超过这个限制。有些路段没有竖立车速限制牌,但这些路段同样有车速限制。一般而言,没有标志的路段,只要有路灯或住房,或路旁有其它密度相当的建筑,那车速限制就是每小时50公里。对于没有标志、又没有路灯、住房或路旁建筑的公路,大多数州和领地的车速限制都是每小时100公里。遇到坏天气(下雨或有雾),一定要放慢车速。各州和领地都采用流动测速相机,所以你要放慢车速,安全驾驶,否则罚款很重。 | |
道路标线道路中间的单条虚线表示,在保证安全的情况下,你可以跨线超车。如果道路中间画的是双线,而且靠近你的这条线是实线,那你就不可以超车。如果路面画有箭头,你只可以沿着箭头的方向行驶。 | |
酒精与药物酒后驾车有危险。澳洲对酒后驾车有严格的规定和惩罚。为加强监管,交警会经常展开随机呼吸测醉活动。持正式驾照者,不得在血液酒精浓度达到或高于百分之0.05的情况下驾车。当你的血液酒精浓度高达百分之0.05时,撞车的风险会增加一倍。药后驾车,即服用有碍驾车能力的药品后驾车,在澳洲的每一个州和领地也都属于违法,且处分严厉。 | |
禁用手机开车时不得使用手持式手机。这一限制包括拨打或接听电话、发短信、玩游戏或浏览网站。 | |
骑自行车者在时速限制为60公里的马路上,当你驶过骑自行车的人时,你与自行车之间的距离必须至少为一米;时速限制为60公里以上的地方,则必须保持1.5米的距离。 | |
疲劳驾驶许多车祸中的人员死亡都是因为驾驶员疲劳而造成的。为避免疲劳驾车,
在主干公路上,每隔80-120公里便设有休息站,供路过的车辆停车休息,解除疲劳。休息站的设施尽管简陋,通常都会有桌子、长凳和遮蔽处。如果你非常疲惫,唯一的解救办法就是睡觉。 | |
路况路况多变,会有柏油路、砾石路和土路。在偏远地区的土路上,应该使用四轮驱动车。注意可能出现的路况,例如:路面坑洼、路沿松软、路面狭窄而路沿不稳固、桥面狭窄、路面突变、尘土飞扬等。环境有可能在瞬间出现变化。离开主干公路之前,一定要先查看当地路况。日间驾车要打开近光车头灯,这样才会让其它车辆注意到你的车。遇到土路要减速,要加倍小心,因为路面松软,难于预料会出现的情况。如果你的车不慎滑出路沿,不要过度矫正,而应减慢速度,待车速达到安全的地步时,再把车开回路面。一定要遵从封路告示牌。 路面漫水你可能会遇到路面有水的情况。路面漫水时,尽管看似不深,却能暗藏强劲的水流,有可能把你的车冲走。耐心等待积水退去后才继续行驶,或选用另一条路。 | |
在澳洲的乡村和偏远地区驾车在乡村和偏远地区开车需要特别的技术,还需对各种不同情况有认识。确保车况良好,并确保近期做过保养。车内一定要佩带备用胎、工具和饮用水。如果你准备离开主干公路并在偏远地区驾驶,务必多带些食物、饮用水、汽油和备用胎。我们的偏远地区极少市镇和设施,常有大段路程是前不着村、后不着店的,所以你要计划好自己的行程。如果你开车到偏远地区,或准备离开主干公路,最好向当地警察通报你的旅途路线。 动物提防公路上突然出现的袋鼠、鸸鹋等动物。被放牧的牲畜也会出现在无护栏的公路边。日落和日出时间是许多动物最为活跃的时段。如果前面有动物横穿马路,你应安全减速,不要为了避让而急摆方向盘,否则会导致翻车。 | |
公路列车俗称公路列车的大卡车,车长可能相当于十辆小汽车。如以每小时100公里计算,超越一辆大卡车可能需要长达2.5公里的距离。确保有足够的空间才超车,因为当你超车时,大卡车可能会左右摇晃。提防超车时的‘气流’影响,因为气流能将你的车拉向大卡车。被大卡车超车的时候,你应该保持原来的速度,而且不要避让到路边。只有在大卡车超过了你的车的时候,才减慢速度,并确保你与前面一辆车之间有足够的距离让大卡车插进来。 | |
汽车抛锚遇到汽车抛锚时,不要随便离开自己的车,应留在原地等待救援,汽车至少能够给你遮荫挡暑。可以考虑租用适当的紧急通讯设备,例如卫星电话、或通称EPIRB的应急指位无线电示标。 | |
紧急救援000是澳洲的紧急服务电话。 接线生可以为你接通警察、救护车或消防队。只有在紧急情况下才可以拨打000。 |