There is no nationwide change to P-plate rules in 2025. Western Australia introduced Tom’s Law, a one-passenger cap for red P drivers, while other states keep their existing rules on phones, passengers, curfews, and speed. This guide clears up misinformation and explains the real rules, state by state.

Viral misinformation is spreading fast about new P-plate laws across Australia in 2025. Despite what TikTok and AI-written articles claim, the federal government is not introducing national changes. This post breaks down what’s real, what’s fake, and how each state handles P-plate restrictions.