Warnings issued after surge in Queensland roadside close calls
Queensland drivers are being urged to slow down near tow trucks following a rise in roadside near misses. The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ) reported over triple the number of incidents compared to the previous year. This warning comes during National Road Safety Week, highlighting the need for motorists to adhere to safety laws around emergency vehicles.
- ▪The RACQ recorded 29 near misses involving tow trucks from November 2025 to April 2026, more than triple the previous year's incidents.
- ▪Queensland law requires drivers to move over and slow down when they see flashing lights on the roadside.
- ▪So far this year, 125 people have died on Queensland roads, marking a nearly 30 percent increase compared to the same time last year.
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Queensland drivers urged to slow down near tow trucks after spike in roadside near missesBy Tobi LoftusTopic:Road Accidents and IncidentsWed 20 May 2026 at 5:27amWed 20 May 2026 at 5:27amWed 20 May 2026 at 5:27amLoading...In short:The RACQ says it has recorded a rise in near misses to its vehicles when responding to crashes and other incidents.They say motorists are ignoring flashing warning lights and failing to slow down around tow trucks assisting vehicles.What's next?It comes during National Road Safety Week, with police saying they are targeting dangerous behaviour.
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