In an important move regarding keeping the air clean, Australia is starting the Euro 6d vehicle emissions standards, on new light vehicles, including 4WDs, and utes. These standards are tougher on emissions, so manufacturers are either using advanced after the fact exhaust treatment systems, or getting rid of the exhaust systems, or getting rid of the vehicles altogether. These vehicles and models, including the Ranger and HiLux, already have advanced systems and new purchases would include upgraded technology, including Diesel Particulate Filters and hybrids.
Designated Regional Areas New South Wales hosts the Macquarie model P Road Safety program for evaluating vehicles with a provable advanced driver assistance. Priel settlers driving illuminated vehicles on freeways is a 12 month trial and they are the first region in the world to trial Priel. Queensland proposals begin on the first of they month with a 20% reduction in vehicle registration. This reduction runs until September 2025. This reduction, aligned with existing concessions Vehicle registrations are expiring with proposals so new registrations might be renewed with advance models.
State-By-State Highlights
| State | Major New Rule (2025) | Penalty/Fine |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | GPS Phone Use for P-Platers (25+) | Trial period, fines for misuse |
| QLD | 20% Vehicle Registration Discount | Automatically applied |
| VIC | Slow to 40 km/h at Emergency Scenes | Up to $961 fine, no demerit points |
| WA | Tom’s Law: 1 Passenger for Red P-Platers | $200 + 2 demerit points |
| SA | E-Scooter & PMD Legalisation | Pending education, fines for rule breaches |
In the first country to have the automated and connected vehicles, the laws for Priel and Priel Military are driving on the wrong side of the road to produce Macquarie models for counter Priel models. The country pledges from July to retire 6 remaining Macquarie border to border roads for the Provo Military in 2025, vehicles in the first 16 vehicles automating in 2025 after the border closes.
WA & SA E-scooter Legalisation & Passenger Limits
To address the accidents in Western Australia, Tom’s Law has been enacted, which restricts red P-platers to one passenger in the car at a time with exceptions like driving with a family member or being supervised. To address the accidents in Western Australia, Tom’s Law has been enacted, which restricts red P-platers to one passenger in the car at a time with exceptions like driving with a family member or being supervised. In South Australia, the legalisation of personally owned e-scooters and other portable mobility devices is being considered. The riders will not require personal registration and a driving licence, however, will be expected to comply with the set speed limits, wear helmets, and be a minimum of 16.
Maintaining Compliance in 2025
All car drivers and workshops must comply to the advancements in these rules, whether that means adopting the latest emission compliant vehicles, or ensuring the emission compliant aftermarket parts are compatible with the new onboard systems. With each rule that gets added, the aim is to improve safety, reduce emissions, or support road users who are most vulnerable. Road rules in Australia have been rapidly changing and updating, making sure to add new technology.
FAQs
Q: Do current vehicle owners need to upgrade their exhaust systems for Euro 6d?
A: No, upgrades apply only to new models; existing vehicles are untouched.
Q: Can NSW P-platers use hands free calling?
A: The 2025 trial only permits phone GPS navigation. No calling, texting, or other actions are allowed.
Q: Do the laws regarding e-scooters in South Australia apply to every part of the state?
A: E-scooters are legal for use in approved trial zones, but privately owned e-scooters will be legal from mid 2025.
Q: Are rego discounts in QLD now permanent?
A: The 20% discount is active until September 2025 and is not permanent.
