The NSW government has announced a year’s extension of the demerit points relief trial. Trained driving instructors can help drivers integrate safer driving practices.
Ever wondered why your driving instructor put so much emphasis on driving safely? Safe driving is not just a desired quality in a driver; it is the need of the hour. Every day, so many lives are lost due to rash driving and irresponsible behavior on the road. While penalising such offenders is essential, it’s more important to prevent such mishaps by encouraging drivers to be safer and take responsibility when driving. The Australian government has always emphasised following driving rules and regulations strictly. This approach might encourage drivers to avoid penalties by following road rules but it still does not prevent them from taking unnecessary risks.
So, to encourage safer driving, the NSW government initiated a trial from 17th January 2023 to 16th January 2024, offering demerit points relief for safe drivers. In this program, drivers maintaining a clean record during the trial period are qualified to have a demerit point removed from their license. Now, the NSW government has announced extending this trial program for a second year. This new program, created to prompt safe driving habits, is a welcome development for drivers throughout the state.