Hovard Road
Hovard Road is a 3 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.6/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and motorcycles.
7-day forecast
Sports score IQR: 5.6 - 8.5
Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.
Wet road crashes
Crashes that occurred in wet conditions
Night crashes
Crashes that occurred after dark
Based on 24 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.
Coverage: 55% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.
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This road is part of QLD's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.
Enquire about council data access →How long is Hovard Road?+
Hovard Road is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Hovard Road sealed?+
Yes. Hovard Road is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is Hovard Road good for motorcycles?+
Yes. Hovard Road scores 7.6/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.
Can I drive Hovard Road in a caravan?+
Not recommended. Hovard Road scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.
Is Hovard Road good for an EV?+
Yes. Hovard Road scores 7.6/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.
Are there any dangerous sections on Hovard Road?+
Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Hovard Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
Road data last updated: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.