Did you know?
Over a third of all breakdowns are caused by either tyre problems or flat batteries
Source: The Automobile Association (AA) (www.theaa.com)
European Breakdown Cover
European breakdown cover varies between providers. With most, it is an extension of the UK premium breakdown cover, generally up to a certain number of days out of the year as a single-trip policy or an annual multi-trip policy. This means that you will receive all the features of the UK premium cover, but pay extra to have the assistance when travelling in Europe. Read more...>
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RAC Roadside AssistanceCan locate you through your mobile phone |
28% |  |
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RAC Roadside Assistance with Home10% no call out discount |
25% | |
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RAC Roadside Assistance with Home & National RecoveryThis policy has all the options RAC offers |
25% | |
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Green Flag RescueNo callout charges and 30 years experience |
25% | |
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Some providers offer basic or comprehensive European breakdown cover. Basic European cover will generally provide you with roadside assistance and repatriation and comprehensive European cover will supply you with a replacement car, or pay for any accommodation costs, whilst your car is in for repairs.
Most providers offer English-speaking operators and assistance is generally offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Top Tips
- If you are likely to travel abroad regularly and drive your own vehicle, you would probably benefit from European breakdown cover
- Some providers may charge excesses for European breakdown cover so be sure to check the terms and conditions before buying a policy.
- Some providers will only offer European breakdown cover if you already have UK breakdown cover with them. With others you can buy it as a stand-alone policy.
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