GALLERY: From eating a foot-long sub with one hand while steering to driving with an unsecured load on a busy freeway, here are some of the red hot road offences that got you talking in 2022. 9News
Can drivers expect to be pulled over if they drive with their interior lights on?It is not technically illegal to drive on Aussie roads with the interior light, also known as the courtesy light or dome light - turned on.
There is no current legislation which mandates whether people can, or cannot, legally drive with inside lighting on.For example, if a light is creating bounce-back on a windshield and your vision is obscured.It's the season to be merry - and even the nation's motorists want to get in on the act of decorating their cars.Transport and Main Roads QueenslandIt's legal nationally to hang tinsel on your bullbar, but there are some caveats.
The tinsel must not obstruct your number plates or your headlights, and it must be fixed firmly so that it does not fly off or distract other motorists. However, the law isn't stopping any motorists from getting into the spirit by investing in car reindeer antlers and a nose.For drivers who are time-poor or simply craving a snack, sneaking a sandwich in one hand with the other hand on the wheel may be their go-to.Transport and Main Roads QueenslandIn NSW, caught eating or drinking could be fined $469 and docked three demerit points.
Queensland drivers can expect a $551 fine and three demerit points, while South Australian drivers can be fined $201 for not having proper control of their vehicle.In Tasmania, drivers could cop a $173 fine and three demerit points and Victorians will cop a $436 fine.While it's a no-brainer that drivers can't nap while driving, what are the rules for passengers?
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