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What is car breakdown cover? Breakdown cover is there to help if your vehicle breaks down in the UK. For example, if you get a puncture or a flat battery. It means you can call for help and an expert will arrive to fix you on the spot or recover you to a garage.
- Why do I need breakdown cover?
- Is RAC a good breakdown cover?
- What does RAC help with?
- What happens if you don't have breakdown cover?
- Will RAC come out for flat TYRE?
- Does RAC cover cars over 10 years old?
- Who is best RAC AA or Green Flag?
- Which is best AA or RAC breakdown cover?
- Does my RAC cover any car?
- Does RAC breakdown cover any car?
- How do I know if I have RAC cover?
- Can I join green flag if I have broken down?
- How long does RAC recovery take?
- Can you get immediate breakdown cover?
Why do I need breakdown cover?
Breakdown cover can be very useful if your car breaks down unexpectedly. This could cover anything from a flat battery to a punctured tyre. ... This mechanic will fix your car and get you back on the road, or tow your vehicle to the nearest garage if it needs extra time and help in fixing it.
Is RAC a good breakdown cover?
RAC is one of the most recommended breakdown cover providers in the UK. It has a long history and a great reputation. RAC is used by over 7 million customers.
What does RAC help with?
Features and benefits
When you join RAC Road Assistance you automatically become an RAC member and get a great range of extra savings including discounts off your insurance, car servicing, batteries and tyres.
What happens if you don't have breakdown cover?
If you break down without cover then you could try to find a nearby garage. ... However, garages are likely to charge high call-out fees for emergency breakdowns, before you even include the cost of any parts or repairs.
Will RAC come out for flat TYRE?
If we are unable to replace the tyre or fit a temporary tyre or spare wheel, we will take the vehicle to our nearest approved tyre network for the tyre to repaired or replaced.
Does RAC cover cars over 10 years old?
Can I cover 10 or more cars? Yes, RAC Business Breakdown covers vehicles from 1-99. ... No, we cover vehicles of all ages. The only exception is our Battery Replace breakdown extra product which is only available to purchase on vehicles less than 15 years old and with mileage less that 150,000.
Who is best RAC AA or Green Flag?
On Trustpilot, RAC Breakdown Cover has a 4.3 out of 5 score; the AA scores 4.4/5 and Green Flag also scored 4.4. Car magazine Auto Express put together a ranking of breakdown cover providers, based on readers' experiences, which you can read here. It put Green Flag in 2rd place, RAC in 4th place and AA in 5th.
Which is best AA or RAC breakdown cover?
If you're looking for a no-frills package and you're happy taking out a longer contract, then the RAC Standard package should suit your needs. But if you want complete peace of mind, no matter what happens, then the AA Premium cover is the best value.
Does my RAC cover any car?
If you've got Personal Breakdown membership you're covered in any vehicle* whether you are a passenger or a driver. Therefore if you're in a car when it breaks down, you can call the RAC for assistance even if you're not driving it at the time.
Does RAC breakdown cover any car?
Personal-based membership covers you as the driver or passenger in any eligible vehicle. Therefore if you're in a vehicle when it breaks down, you can call RAC for assistance even if you're not driving it at the time. ... All vehicles listed on the membership must be registered at the membership address too.
How do I know if I have RAC cover?
If you break down, all we need is your name, address and a few other details, so don't worry if you don't have your membership number to hand. Your membership number can be found on your welcome letter or any renewal documents we send you. You can also find it by logging into MyRAC or in the MyRAC app.
Can I join green flag if I have broken down?
Answer: No. The cover can't be purchased if you've already broken down. However, we can still help you if you require assistance. Simply call us on 0800 400 600.
How long does RAC recovery take?
The average wait time for roadside recovery is 40-60 minutes and, because you might need to stand away from your vehicle until help arrives, keep a warm coat, a reflective, high-visibility vest, and a torch in the boot. We hope you'll never have a use for them, but you'll be glad of them should a breakdown ever occur.
Can you get immediate breakdown cover?
What is instant breakdown cover? If your car breaks down and you haven't got a breakdown policy, you can buy instant breakdown cover at the side of the road and your new provider will send someone to come and fix your vehicle.
