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Australia Car Rentals

The Complete Australia Driving and Rental Guide

From coast to the vast extension of outbacks, self-drive touring is one of the most recommended ways to explore the Down Under. We have prepared this guide for you to help you ease your mind when planning a trip to Australia.

  • Speed Limit and Traffic Signs
  • Seatbelt and Child Safety
  • Parking, Fuel and Toll
  • Traffic Violation
  • Driving Licence and Age Requirements

Speed Limit and Traffic Signs

Driving is on the left-hand side of the road. Do not overtake on the left-hand side and do not overtake if there are solid white lines. At roundabouts, you must give way to vehicles already on the roundabout and select your lane early.

Speed Limit

There are speed limits of 100-130 km/h on freeways and 50 km/h in built-up areas.

Traffic Signs

These are some specific signs you may encounter and be unfamiliar with when driving in Australia. Even though most of them are self-explanatory, it is strongly advised to make sure you can understand them before taking the road.


Australian regulatory signs have different shapes.

Australia traffic sign give wayGive Way
stopStop
Australia Traffic Sign No U TurnNo U-turn
Australia Traffic Sign Speed Limit50 km/h Speed Limit
Australia Traffic Sign Speed DerestrictionSpeed Derestriction

Warning signs are diamond-shaped and mostly with a yellow background.

Speed Limit Ahead (Used in Western Australia)Steep DescentTwo-way Traffic AheadPedestriansRailway Level Crossing on Road AheadRailway Level Crossing on Road Ahead (Skewed) (Left)Railway Level Crossing on Road Ahead (Skewed) (Right)

Information signs are rectangular with red or green backgrounds.

Autralia Traffic Sign ExitExitAustralia Traffic Sign Reduce Speed NowReduce Speed Now

For a complete traffic and road signs, you may refer to this Australia road user handbook.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Seatbelt and Child Safety

Seatbelt Laws

All passengers are required to have their seatbelt fastened at all times when the vehicle is moving. Failure to do so can result in a fine of AU$250.

Booster Seat Laws

Babies up to 6 months must be installed on a rear-facing car seat, and children from 6 months to 4 years are allowed on both forward and rear-facing seats.


Please be aware that children up to 4 years old cannot travel on the front seat unless the car is a two-seater.


Finally, a booster seat or forward facing seat must be used for children between 4 and 7 years old. A child of this age is only allowed on the front seat if there is no other seat available for them.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Parking, Fuel and Toll

Parking

· Forbidden Parking


Cars are not allowed to be parked on the following spots as doing so can result in a fine:


- On the footpath or nature strip as these places are for people.


- On a yellow line.


- In a way that blocks other cars from entering or exiting the driveway. In an emergency, the car may be towed away.


- Less than10 metres (approximately 2 large car lengths) from an intersection so that other cars can safely pass without causing danger.


- In a place that has been marked with ‘No Stopping’ or ‘No Standing’. A ‘No Standing’ sign indicates motorist may not park a car unless they remain in the vehicle and for no more than three minutes.


· Parking Signs

Parking signs in Australia may specify multiple times, places, durations, restrictions and vehicle categories in a condensed form on a single sign. Letter P signs are 'permissive' parking signs where parking is permitted for the time specified. A guide to the most common parking signs is below:


- '1/2P', '1P', '3P': Vehicles can be parked here for half an hour, one hour, or three hours.


- '630AM-730 PM Mon-Fri'
: Vehicles may be parked here only at the specified times - in this case, between 06:30 and 19:30 from Monday to Friday.


- 'P'(no number): Permissive parking zone


- '15 minute', '20 minute', '45 minute': Vehicles may be parked here only for the specified number of minutes


· Paid Parking

There are municipal parking garages and lots, metered parking alongside the road and ticket machine parking in most towns and cities.

Australia Parking Metre(Image from alphaairportparking.com.au)

Fuel Prices

The average value for Australia gasoline price during July to October 2017 is AU$1.26, while diesel is 3 cents higher.

Toll

Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne are the only three cities in Australia featuring toll roads. Toll roads in Australia use free-flowing tolling, with no toll booth along the entire length of the system to optimize traffic flow. An electronic toll collection system is usually used instead.


If you plan to use toll roads in Australia, we suggest you rent an e-toll/e-pass device from the car hire company, enabling an automatic payment of the toll fee directly from your credit card. Please note that e-toll/e-pass devices are subject to availability at the rental desk. (Image from australiahereandnow.com)


If you have any question related to your toll fee billing, feel free to contact QEEQ' 24/7 customer service team for assistance.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Traffic Violation

DUI Laws

In all states of Australia, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers is below 0.05%. Drink driving is treated as a major offence and any person driving a vehicle over the legal limit may face penalties ranging from the suspension, disqualification or cancellation of their licence, fines to imprisonment, depending on the gravity of the offence.

Traffic Fines

Failure to pay the road or parking violation fines can have some long-term consequences, especially for international travellers. Not paying fines could affect your next visit to Australia as infringement notice are inserted into the Police Central Names Index (CNI) and the National Names Index (NNI). 


However, paying fines is not a challenge for renters since the car hire company will pass on the offence information to the authorities and a post or email notification will be sent to you if some traffic laws have been breached. Note that the fine usually comes with a service/administration fee as well. 


It is advisable for you to contact EasryRentCars' 24/7 customer service team if you have any question on this matter.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Driving Licence and Age Requirements

Foreigners on short-term visit may rent a car and drive with a valid foreign driving licence for up to 3 months in Australia. Longer than that, you need to get an Australian driving licence from an Australian state. To drive in Australia, the licence should be a full driving licence held for at least 2 years with no major endorsements. 


To hire a car in Australia you must be at least 21 years old (age may vary by car category). If you are 21-25, you are likely to have to pay a young driver fee. There is no maximum driving age in Australia.

*Please be aware that rules are subject to change. QEEQ.COM will try the best to maintain the accuracy of this information.

Guest reviews

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Anonymous

February 3, 2026

Destination: Perth

10Excellent

Called the rental company right after landing and they came to pick us up really quickly. The office is very close to the airport. The car was in great condition, less than 20,000 km on it, and it was clean and tidy.

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Anonymous

February 2, 2026

Destination: Melbourne

8Very good

Acceptable overall.

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Anonymous

January 29, 2026

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

Super attentive service. There weren’t many people when I picked up the car, and once I finished the paperwork they handed me the keys right away.

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Anonymous

January 27, 2026

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

They gave us a Honda CR-V and the space was huge, we were really happy with it.

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Anonymous

January 27, 2026

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

Very satisfied.

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Anonymous

January 26, 2026

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

Really good experience, they were super patient and helpful.

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January 20, 2026

Destination: Sydney

6Average

Please double check with the customer before releasing the car. Otherwise they will talk something different.

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Anonymous

January 18, 2026

Destination: Fremantle

10Excellent

Super satisfied with the whole experience.

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Anonymous

January 18, 2026

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

Super quick process, really happy with the service.

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Anonymous

January 17, 2026

Destination: Canberra

10Excellent

It was okay overall.

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Anonymous

January 14, 2026

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

The driver who picked us up at the airport was super friendly, kept telling us about Sydney’s local culture and must-visit spots, and even helped carry all our luggage. The whole experience felt really comfortable and welcoming.

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Anonymous

January 11, 2026

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

Super satisfied, I’ll definitely book with them again next time.

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Anonymous

January 10, 2026

Destination: Hobart

10Excellent

Got a practically brand-new car with only 8 km on it for an amazingly low price.

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Anonymous

January 9, 2026

Destination: Brisbane

10Excellent

Everything was great.

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Anonymous

January 9, 2026

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

The pickup counter at the airport was really easy to find – clear signs, right inside the terminal near the exit, and not far to walk. Check-in paperwork was straightforward. We returned the car in downtown Sydney and that was also easy to locate, with clear directions and signs. Parking the car and pulling into the bay was smooth, the return process was simple, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Very satisfied with the service.

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Anonymous

January 9, 2026

Destination: Hobart

10Excellent

Very satisfied, the process was super fast.

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Anonymous

January 8, 2026

Destination: Launceston

10Excellent

Very satisfied with the rental company.

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Anonymous

January 8, 2026

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

Super easy to communicate in both Chinese and English, the staff were really friendly and answered every question I had.

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Anonymous

January 7, 2026

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

Everything with the rental went smoothly from start to finish.

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Anonymous

January 6, 2026

Destination: Ayers Rock

10Excellent

They gave us a free upgrade and the return process was super smooth.

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Anonymous

January 5, 2026

Destination: Launceston

10Excellent

Service was great – they proactively suggested changing our return time to get better value for money.

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Anonymous

January 4, 2026

Destination: Perth

10Excellent

Great experience overall—they walked me through all the little details and even explained the fuel options and pump numbers very clearly.

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Anonymous

January 3, 2026

Destination: Launceston

10Excellent

The car was in great shape, practically brand new. It was a big SUV that fit all 5 of us comfortably, and the diesel engine was surprisingly fuel-efficient.

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Anonymous

January 3, 2026

Destination: Hobart

10Excellent

They even gave us a free upgrade on the car, which was awesome.

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Anonymous

January 3, 2026

Destination: Hobart

10Excellent

Pretty good overall, especially for my first time using them.

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Anonymous

January 2, 2026

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

The car was basically brand new and really smooth to drive.

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Anonymous

January 2, 2026

Destination: Wollongong

10Excellent

Got there around 11am and I was the only customer, so no waiting at all. They upgraded me to a higher-class car, no hard selling, and the staff were really friendly.

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Anonymous

December 31, 2025

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

It was okay overall, nothing particularly good or bad, just pretty average.

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Anonymous

December 31, 2025

Destination: Launceston

10Excellent

Super happy with the whole experience.

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Anonymous

December 30, 2025

Destination: Hobart

10Excellent

We had an amazing experience with this SUV we booked through QEEQ! Picking up at Hobart Airport was super smooth—the staff were really friendly and professional. The car was spotless inside and very roomy, easily fitting four people plus all our luggage. It handled Hobart’s mountain roads like a champ too—climbs were effortless, fuel consumption was great, and it felt stable but still had plenty of power. Returning the car was just as easy and completely stress-free. Overall we were very happy with the whole rental, and the new-user discount was a sweet bonus. Highly recommended!

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Anonymous

December 30, 2025

Destination: Launceston

8Very good

Picked up and dropped off with Europcar right at the airport, super convenient since we’d booked in advance. They do block a 500 deposit on your card, which they say will be released after you return the car. I’ve just dropped it off, so now I’ll see how fast the refund comes through.

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Anonymous

December 28, 2025

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

Pretty good overall — communication was smooth, the car was in great condition and really clean.

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Anonymous

December 21, 2025

Destination: Sydney

10Excellent

Service and attitude were absolutely excellent.

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Anonymous

December 20, 2025

Destination: Brisbane

8Very good

It was okay overall.

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Anonymous

December 19, 2025

Destination: Hobart

8Very good

Very satisfied

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Anonymous

December 18, 2025

Destination: Perth

10Excellent

Pretty good overall.

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S.Oswin

December 18, 2025

Destination: Melbourne

10My go to car rental platform

Regular updates before pickup day gave comfort that all was under control. Alpha staff were polite and efficient.

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Anonymous

December 15, 2025

Destination: Brisbane

10Excellent

Very efficient and straightforward, and the car was quite new with just over 20,000 km on it.

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Anonymous

December 15, 2025

Destination: Perth

10Excellent

Great service and the car was really new.

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Anonymous

December 12, 2025

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

They still tried to upsell the super insurance, but we decided to pay a bit extra so we wouldn’t have the $1,000 rental deposit tied up on our card and could add an extra driver. If we’d known this in advance, we wouldn’t have bought the super insurance online and would’ve just added it at the counter to avoid paying twice. The deposit amount is high and the hold lasts for a long time.

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Anonymous

December 9, 2025

Destination: Brisbane

10Excellent

Service attitude and efficiency were absolutely flawless.

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R.Tipler

December 9, 2025

Destination: Newcastle

8This was not a smooth process or good experience.

When I picked up the veh, there was additional to be paid. QEEQ quoted approx $160 for the hire, but Avis wouldn't accept that and wanted over $200 for the hire, which I had to pay before I could take the car. When I queried this with QEEQ, I was told to pay and they would investigate later. If I had been using cash I would not have been able to pay the difference and would have been stranded at the airport.

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O.Redman

December 3, 2025

Destination: Mount Gambier

10Awesome trip. Perfect vehicle

Very professional and courteous

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Anonymous

December 3, 2025

Destination: Launceston

10Excellent

Very satisfied.

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Anonymous

December 1, 2025

Destination: Melbourne

8Very good

Pretty good.

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Anonymous

December 1, 2025

Destination: Sydney

8Very good

There's a service desk at the airport, but it doesn't handle operations. You need to take a shuttle to another service garage to complete the process. Luckily, the procedures were quick.

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Anonymous

November 30, 2025

Destination: Melbourne

10Excellent

Super easy process! Got full insurance, sorted the paperwork, and drove off without any hassle.

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November 28, 2025

Destination: Sydney

8Good enough

They were ok. It was disappointing that they didn’t have any spare USB cable and suggested I go buy one

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R.Camp

November 28, 2025

Destination: Alice Springs

9Excellent! Thanks for consideration and help.

Good value for money. However o ly 100km/day then 0.25cents/km. Which my mistake, i did not read prior to paying. I would have preferred unlimited mileage.

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Anonymous

November 27, 2025

Destination: Perth

10Excellent

Extremely satisfied! The pickup and return location is super close to the airport terminal, just a short walk away. The staff were incredibly efficient—an unforgettable trip!

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Frequently asked questions

Q1.What is an insurance excess?

The excess is the amount you'll only be liable for in case of damage(under Collision Damage Waiver) or theft(under Theft Protection) of the vehicle.
Information about the excess will be clearly stated in the price inclusion when you reserve a car on QEEQ.

Q2. How can I add an addtional driver?

You are advised to make a request upon your arrival at the rental counter. Additional charge per day will incur unless '1 Additional Driver Included' is stipulated on the rental.
Please note that the same licence and age requirement applys to the additonal driver. The addtional driver is supposed to present the required licence document along with the main driver at pickup.

Q3.What if I want to pick up or drop off my rental car out of office hours?

QEEQ will show you the car offers available at your chosen time on the search results.
However, pick-up or drop-off out of general opening hours may subject to an extra fee unless self-service pick-up or drop-off is available.
After you reserve a car on QEEQ, we will inform you of specific policy of the car hire company by email.

Q4. Can I take the hired car to another country or cross border?

If you want to pick up your car in one country and drop it in another, your search results will show you cars you can do that with.
If you're planning to cross any borders during your trip, bear in mind:
1. You may have to pay more.
There are often extra fees, taxes or additional cover you'll pay at the car hire counter.
2.It may not be allowed.
Depending on where you're hiring, you may not be able to take your car to another country.
Please email us if you want to take your hire car into a different country during your trip, and we'll talk you through your options.

Q5. Can I pick up my car at one location and return it at different location?

Yes. You can pick up the vehicle in one place and drop it off in another. An ‘one-way fee’ will incur. Whether it is inclued in the rental price or what additional cost may arise will be clearly stated at the time of booking on QEEQ.
Please inform the car hire company of your drop-off location when you pick up the vehicle or contact them directly during your trip. You will find a phone number on the rental agreement you signed at pickup.

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