OT-Roadside Assistance when Towing

Formerly PaMike · Jan 19, 2010

Looks like I might be taking a 1000 mile road trip coming up. On the return trip I may be pulling a trailer, so I want to plan ahead in case I have any problems...
Whats the best way to get road side assistance if you break down? I dont have AAA and I am not big on paying membership fees. Is there a directory number you can call from a cell phone? What do the truckers do? I regularly see trucks on the side of the road with a service truck parked near by. How do the truckers find these guys?
Thanks

JML755 · Jan 19, 2010

Hire a good looking girl with a short skirt to ride shotgun. Then, if you break down, you go hide in the trailer while she just stands on the shoulder. You'll have plenty of help in no time. :wink:

Formerly PaMike · Jan 19, 2010

Hahah...I did ask my wife if she wanted to come along but I couldnt convince her to go....

nhboyd · Jan 19, 2010

My cell phone has road side assist.

Nancy Howell · Jan 19, 2010

We have towing/roadside assistance through our car insurance company. Very, very cheap and it goes where you go whether you"re 5 miles from home or 1000 miles. 24/7, you call the number, they get your location and they call the wrecker. Will even send the cops if you"re not in a safe location.

First 13 miles(nearest repair facility) are at no charge to you. If you request your vehicle to be towed someplace further, you have to pick up the fee for the additional mileage over 13 to where you want your vehicle towed.

Big catch - If you call for a wrecker (roadside assistance) and you have a trailer, be sure to tell them that. Be aware that no matter what roadside assistance you call, they may not tow the trailer.

Spook · Jan 19, 2010

We have Onstar in my wife's Tahoe. Never thought about it until we had a flat one cold, rainy night. My wife hit the button, the operator came on, and 10 minutes later a service truck showed up, put the spare on, and we were on our way. The service guy's truck has gps, they gave us a ETA that was accurate to the minute. Way better than AAA. I think it's $149 per year. Outstanding service, for a little money.

Iowa_tire_guy · Jan 19, 2010

This website is pretty good. You might have to make you a list before you leave but it has pretty much whatever you want.

http://www.nttsbreakdown.com/ntts/programs/main/home.php

Walterdavies · Jan 19, 2010

Talk to your insurance guy most have roadside assistance. for little or nothing. I pay under $10 every six months. AAA is a Rip Off.
Walt

JDTECH · Jan 19, 2010

Nancy is right. You should check with your insurance company to see if you have roadside assistance coverage. My auto insurance has that coverage and I have used it 2 or 3 times. As Nancy stated, the insurance company can locate a towing or roadside service company near your location, but will usually only pay for towing to the nearest repair facility. This varies from one insurance carrier to another. Mine will pay towing up to 25 miles. Since I do my own repair work, I had the towing company tow my car to my home each time and paid the incurance did not. Best thing is to ask your agent and find out what your coverage actually is. Good luck on your trip. I hope you have no troubles.

Leland2 · Jan 19, 2010

We broke down in Indiana about 30 miles north of Louisville ,we just called our ins company they sent a wrecker towed us to a shop installed a new u joint and we were on our way 4 hours later on a late saturday evening .add it to your auto insurance fast as it's cheap and worth a zillion bucks when you need it .

Farmer Alf · Jan 19, 2010

Check your GPS, or check out a GPS unit. I know mine (Magillan Maestro) will tell ya local (near current location) towing companies and give you a phone number. No way of knowing the reputation of the company but if your on the side of the road sometimes beggers can"t be choosers.

kyhayman · Jan 20, 2010

511, in most states there is an option for roadside assistance through the state DOT.

Nebraska Cowman · Jan 20, 2010

Don't plan to break down. You have enough worries without thinking about what might happen.

CLTX · Jan 20, 2010

If I remember correctly, towing through your insurance co is only a couple of dollars more per vehicle. It's about the cheapest insurance you can buy.

Formerly PaMike · Jan 20, 2010

I like your thinking..but going from PA to NC and back in time for work on monday doesnt leave a lot of times for problems....

Uncle Ernie · Jan 20, 2010

I have AAA RV Plus which covers all my vehicles and trailers.
Gives me and Aunt Ernie lots of peace of mind when one of us is on the road which is Often.

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