Car association demands better emissions tests

The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) will today begin a campaign to urge the Federal Government to introduce real-world emissions testings for new cars that consider Australian conditions.

Consumer confidence weakens across Australia

ANZ-Roy Morgan data has found that Australian consumer confidence fell 1.2 per cent last week, below the long-term average.

What's the difference between a savings account and a transaction account?

We’ve put together the following overview to help you better understand these two account types and find one that best suits your needs.

5 ways to save your home deposit faster

When you’re scraping by to save for your home deposit, the dream can start to feel more like fantasy than reality. RateCity has compiled a list of new and timeless ways you can save your home deposit faster.

Research reveals which car gives drivers the most satisfaction'

Mazda drivers won’t be surprised to learn that Roy Morgan Research has found Mazda driver satisfaction in the twelve months to July 2017 the highest of all car brands at 95.3 per cent.

ACCC and ASIC team up to help Indigenous Australians

A three-year action plan has been put forward to help Indigenous Australians with consumer issues.

ACCC urges Aussies to use fuel price websites

In a statement released today, Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) Chairman Rod Sims has urged Aussies to empower themselves by using fuel price data from website and apps.

Hidden fee traps and how you can avoid them

RateCity spoke to Sydney mother of two, Natalie, about how she found herself falling into her banks’ fee traps, and how she’s choosing to break the cycle.

Australia says goodbye to excessive card payment surcharges

As of 1 September 2017, every business across Australia will be banned from charging excessive surcharges on payments made by certain types of EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa and American Express cards.

What happens if I don't pay my credit card bill on time?

Failing to pay your credit card bill will have consequences, and they will only get more severe (and more expensive) as time goes on.