Australian drivers who have experienced road trauma can order an 'R' plate to signal to other drivers that they need more empathy and space.

The Daily Mail Australia website reports the plates are designed for motorists who have had a traumatic experience on the road but are ready to ease back into driving.

The light blue plate signals to others drivers that the person inside the car will need a little more patience and space on the road

The initiative is spearheaded by MyCar, an automotive repair shop based in Victoria, with the plates available to download from their website, the website said.

Read the full report here. 

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