Research
Corporate Driver Training Australia is a research driven company. Every proposition starts with the question, “Where’s the evidence?”. We work hard to make sure that every product & service we deliver is based on sound educational practice & good science.
Unfortunately, driver training hasn’t been very effective at producing safer drivers. We know this because many talented & well funded researchers have come to the same conclusion over & over again all around the world.
It doesn’t mean that road safety education can’t work, just that traditional approaches to training haven’t.
Please take a few minutes to look at the links below. We’ll attempt to show you why Corporate Driver Training Australia’s range of products & services are so different from other training providers. Current statistics, safety culture trends and driving myths are also included.
Where Do Christmas Double Demerit Points Apply in Australia?
A common myth is that Christmas double demerit points are enforced throughout Australia for the entire holiday period.In reality, this just isn’t the case, with many states opting not to make any changes to their demerit points scheme at all. New South...
Driver Fatigue, One of the Top Three Killers on Our Roads
Driver Fatigue, One of the Top Three Killers on Our Roads Driver fatigue is described as one of the three big killers on our roads, and it is also an entirely avoidable problem. Everyone knows not to drink and drive, however, what many people don’t realise is that...
Driving with Hands Outside the Car Window
Driving with Hands Outside the Car Window There is no doubt that driving with hands outside the car window can be dangerous, but what does the law say? Everybody has heard the horror stories about people incurring injuries while driving with hands outside the car...
Digital Licences
Ever misplaced or lost your licence? It can be quite frustrating knowing that you’ll have to fork out the cash to get another one or be forced to convince authorities like the police that you did indeed lose it in the event of a random licence check. These incidents...
Leaving a Car Unattended
What are the laws when it comes to leaving a car unattended? Most people will tell you the best way to evade grand theft auto is to lock your car, not leave your keys in the ignition, and avoid leaving a car unattended when it’s not secure. There is no definitive data...
Corporate policy on Mobile Phone Use
We all know driving your car while using a mobile phone, hands-free, is very distracting. In our experience, it seems that there is no consistency in how employers instruct their staff on mobile phone use while in control of a motor vehicle. One company we know...
Driver Fatigue – A Major Concern on Our Roads
In October 2016, the NRSPP (National Road Safety Partnership Program) produced an excellent 5-page fact sheet called “To Keep Driving or Not – A Guide for Salespeople". Although sales people are the focus of this driver fatigue guide, the information in this fact...
Tips for Long Drives
Tips for Long Drives - Here are a few tips you can follow to aid in arriving at your destination safely and comfortably. When venturing out on a long journey it's always best to plan ahead of time. And we aren't just talking about packing. Driving long distances can...
Safe Driving Melbourne – Young and New Drivers
Safe Driving Melbourne - Tips & resources for young and new drivers There are many useful resources to assists young and new drivers become safe on the roads. A few things to remember if you are a young or new driver are: Practice your driving on a daily basis...