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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...>

Online Discount Roadside Repair
Green Flag Euro Plus

Green Flag Euro Plus

90 days European cover (for vehicles less than 16 years old)

0% Green Flag Euro Plus
Breakdown cover tailored to suit your individual circumstances.
Green Assist Euro-Recovery

Green Assist Euro-Recovery

Up to 60 days European cover from £57.95!

0% Green Assist Euro-Recovery
** Over 5,000 qualified mechanics available nationwide 24 hours a day **
AA European Breakdown Cover

AA European Breakdown Cover

European Breakdown cover from £9.05 with up to a 30% online discount

30% AA European Breakdown Cover
More Than Roadside, Recovery and European Assistance

More Than Roadside, Recovery and European Assistance

Choose to continue your journey by hire car

0% More Than Roadside, Recovery and European Assistance
More Than Roadside, Recovery, Homecall and European Assistance

More Than Roadside, Recovery, Homecall and European Assistance

Complete cover home or aboard

0% More Than Roadside, Recovery, Homecall and European Assistance
Rescue My Car

Rescue My Car

National network of over 4000 breakdown recovery experts

0% Rescue My Car
Total Rescue Gold

Total Rescue Gold

Including European cover

0% Total Rescue Gold

Types of European Breakdown Cover

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.

European Breakdown Cover 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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