Driver Reviver is a national program which aims to reduce fatigue related crashes throughout peak periods of travel, predominantly the Easter and Christmas holiday periods when traffic volumes and crashes are traditionally high.

Bushells is the major sponsor for Driver who provide coffee, tea and Arnott's biscuits to the Driver Reviver operators to encourage drivers to stop, revive and survive.

Driver Reviver in Western Australia began over the Christmas period in 1992 at Southern Cross and has grown to involve 32 locations throughout the State.

The locations generally operate during public holidays and at the beginning and end of school holidays and long weekends. Volunteers man each stop donating their time to ensure motorists can avoid fatigue and reach their destinations safely.

Driver Reviver stations aim to reduce the incidence of fatigue and fatigue related trauma on the roads in Western Australia by offering a free cup of tea, coffee or cordial, a biscuit and most importantly, a chance to revive so drivers reach their destination safely.

The stations are an ideal place to take a break on a long journey. They also provide an opportunity for Local Governments, police, sponsors and other road safety partners to work together to try and combat fatigue.

Driver Reviver flyer

Driver Reviver Operators

Driver Reviver coordinators wishing to order additional supplies should contact Trish Strickland on 9213 2066, email esmith@walga.asn.au or download the order form here (PDF version - Word version).  

The facts about fatigue

• Driving while tired is dangerous and fatigue is a factor in up to 30% of fatal crashes on WA roads.
• Driving after being awake for between 17-19 hours produces performance levels similar to having a Blood Alcohol Concentration of .05.
• Did you know that after 17 hours awake, your chances of being in a fatigue related crash actually double?

Tips for avoiding fatigue

• Plan ahead – work out rest stops and overnight stops before you start.
• Get away from the wheel – stop for at least 15 minutes every 2 hours.
• Share the driving whenever possible.

Driver Reviver Calendar

Driver Reviver Locations