Hunter motorists have welcomed an initiative to stop them accidentally driving unregistered vehicles on the state’s roads.
The NSW Government will introduce a new text reminder for those who’ve let their registration lapse.
It comes after more than 50,000 individuals were fined for being behind the wheel of an unregistered and uninsured car in 2025.
Vehicle owners are now being urged to sign up for digital alerts through Service NSW.
It’s part of a broader move to make it easier for people to remember to renew their registration and reduce the number of those driving unregistered.
“We know everyone’s busy and can carry huge mental to-do lists,” Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Jihad Dib said.
“The reality is many vehicle registrations are not renewed on time because paperwork is misplaced or simply forgotten.
“By introducing an overdue SMS notification one day after expiry as a final reminder to get it all sorted, it could save you hundreds of dollars in fines while keeping everyone safe on our roads.
“This is a simple idea that could make a huge difference to people.
“By giving drivers this option, we are offering you a convenient reminder in the palm of your hand.
“It’s quick and easy to sign up via the Service NSW website or app and means you receive a range of email and phone reminders before (six weeks and a fortnight) and one day after your rego is due.
“The instant mobile notification is an extra, convenient contact method in case people miss an email.
“Digital registration prompts are optional and customers who don’t opt in will continue to receive a paper reminder in the mail about six weeks before vehicle registration is due.”
Motorists who fail to renew their registration must not drive their vehicle on roads until it’s renewed.
Vehicle registration ensures they are roadworthy and have compulsory third party CTP insurance in case of a crash.
For further information and to opt in to digital vehicle registration reminders, visit the Service NSW website or click on ‘Registrations’ in the Service NSW app.
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