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VEHICLE BREAKDOWN COVERAGE


Vehicle breakdown insurance is also known as Accident Emergency Recovery, or Roadside Assistance. This type of insurance can make drivers feel confident that should they run into a problem, help is just minutes away.

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If you spend a lot of time on the road for work or love to travel in your car on vacation or weekend getaways, you should seriously consider adding this type of coverage to your policy. The following are some valuable tips to keep you safe in case of breakdown:

  • Should your vehicle breakdown, if at all possible, move the vehicle to the side of the road, placing it in a safe position
  • Unless you are on the motorway, make the occupants stay inside where it is safe
  • Call for assistance from the roadside assistance company provided from your insurance company

Having a roadside coverage warranty is very important in that it will cover little problems that can occur at any time. To give you an idea of the covered items, the list below is a small sampling:

  • Flat Tire
  • Running out of gas
  • Running out of other fluids (brakes, transmission, steering)
  • Battery jump
  • Locked keys in the car
  • Tow
  • Rental car discounts
  • Minor mechanical assistance
  • Engine diagnostic service
  • Free travel maps
  • Vehicle recovery

Most people give little thought to breaking down or needing assistance while on the road, but keep in mind that even brand new cars can experience unexpected problems. Therefore, rather than hope for the best, prepare by purchasing the right level of vehicle breakdown insurance coverage.

This type of insurance is a huge benefit for the elderly, teenagers, single moms, and the disabled. For example, if you have a teenager, as the parent, you can relax a bit knowing that with a cell phone, if he or she should have car trouble while on the road, help would be dispatched. The same would be true if you have an elderly or disabled parent. They would not be able to get out of the car and walk for help but with this type of insurance, they do not have to.

Some insurance companies focus on basic and cost effective service while others offer the more elaborate policy coverage. You can generally purchase vehicle breakdown insurance by purchasing it as an extended warranty. In many cases, these policies are a better value and they provide more coverage than what you would get with the dealership warranty.

When you consider the statistics, it is frightening to think that people overlook this type of insurance. For example, major roadside assistance companies rescue approximately 30,000 motorists every single year. If you do not have vehicle breakdown insurance coverage or a cell phone, you can use the orange SOS phones that are located about every 2 km on major motorways and about every 4 km on dual carriageways. Each one of these phones has a special number so the dispatch can identify where you are located. Just remember, there is a charge every time you use this system from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and then during the other times, the fee is much higher.

Therefore, for the small cost of this insurance, why not consider taking the ultimate care of your family, keeping them safe should they ever become stranded. There is no reason for you or any of your family members to feel vulnerable. All you need to do is use common sense when driving, keep a cell phone with you at all times, and buy vehicle breakdown coverage. The first time you find yourself sitting on the side of the road late at night in an emergency situation, you will be glad you did.

   
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