How much does it cost for roadside assistance? This question is about Best Roadside Assistance Companies

Roadside assistance costs $8 to $125 annually from a car insurance company and $38 to $171 annually from a motor club such as AAA, Allstate Motor Club, or Better World Club. Some new cars also come with free roadside assistance through the manufacturer, often for 3-5 years or up to 50,000 miles. Roadside assistance generally covers towing, fuel delivery, tire changes, and jumpstarts for stranded drivers. Roadside Assistance Costs by Company Company Average Annual Price Geico $14 per car Progressive $16 Mercury $10 for newer vehicles, $20-40 for older vehicles Liberty Mutual $12-120, depending on the vehicle National General $59-119, depending on the plan AAA $38-171, depending on membership level Better World Club $58.95-97.95, depending on membership level Allstate $25 per car for insurance policyholders, $79-149 for an Allstate Motor Club membership Verizon $59.88 per enrolled phone line (phone must be physically present at scene) AT&T $35.88 per enrolled phone line (phone must be physically present at scene) In general, there are a few basic options for purchasing roadside assistance. Customers can choose between adding roadside assistance to their car insurance policy, buying roadside assistance through their cell phone provider, or purchasing a motor club membership. Auto club memberships are usually the most expensive option, but they often provide the most coverage. The alternative is to pay out of pocket for any roadside assistance needs as they arise rather than purchasing a subscription service. That can be stressful and more expensive in the long run, though. For more information on the prices of different plans, check out WalletHub’s complete guide to the best roadside assistance.

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Roadside assistance costs $8 to $125 annually from a car insurance company and $38 to $171 annually from a motor club such as AAA, Allstate Motor Club, or Better World Club. Some new cars also come with free roadside assistance through the manufacturer, often for 3-5 years or up to 50,000 miles. Roadside assistance generally covers towing, fuel delivery, tire changes, and jumpstarts for stranded drivers.

Roadside Assistance Costs by Company

Company	Average Annual Price
Geico	$14 per car
Progressive	$16
Mercury	$10 for newer vehicles, $20-40 for older vehicles
Liberty Mutual	$12-120, depending on the vehicle
National General	$59-119, depending on the plan
AAA	$38-171, depending on membership level
Better World Club	$58.95-97.95, depending on membership level
Allstate	$25 per car for insurance policyholders, $79-149 for an Allstate Motor Club membership
Verizon	$59.88 per enrolled phone line (phone must be physically present at scene)
AT&T	$35.88 per enrolled phone line (phone must be physically present at scene)

In general, there are a few basic options for purchasing roadside assistance. Customers can choose between adding roadside assistance to their car insurance policy, buying roadside assistance through their cell phone provider, or purchasing a motor club membership. Auto club memberships are usually the most expensive option, but they often provide the most coverage.

The alternative is to pay out of pocket for any roadside assistance needs as they arise rather than purchasing a subscription service. That can be stressful and more expensive in the long run, though.

For more information on the prices of different plans, check out WalletHub’s complete guide to the best roadside assistance.

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How much does AAA roadside assistance cost?

AAA roadside assistance costs at least $29 to $65 per year, depending on the region and the AAA membership level. Some regional AAA motor clubs also charge a one-time enrollment fee when you purchase your AAA membership. AAA roadside assistance is included with the cost of AAA memberships, and customers can select the Classic, Plus, or Premier plan. ... read full answer

AAA Roadside Assistance Plans Compared

Membership Tier	Annual Cost	Common Benefits
AAA Classic	$29+	- 3-5 miles of towing per call - Fuel delivery (member pays for cost of fuel) - $50 in locksmith service
AAA Plus	$49+	- 100 miles of towing per call - Free fuel delivery - $100 in locksmith service
AAA Premier	$65+	- up to 200 miles of towing per call - Free fuel delivery - $100-$150 in locksmith service

AAA allows members to use 4 to 5 service calls per year for towing, locksmith services, fuel delivery, and other benefits. The max number of service calls provided depends on your plan and your state.

All AAA Roadside Assistance Plans Include:

Towing

Flat tire services

Lockout services

Winching/extraction

Fuel delivery (cost of fuel is free with Plus and Premier)

Battery jump-starts

All three memberships also include benefits other than roadside assistance, such as identity theft monitoring, trip interruption coverage, and discounts for certain stores, restaurants, and more. Like the membership costs, the perks can vary by state.

AAA roadside assistance may cost a little more per year than roadside assistance provided by some of the top insurance companies, but you could get more coverage for towing miles, lockout services, etc. Plus, the discounts given with AAA memberships are not typically given with an insurance company’s roadside assistance service.

Cost of Roadside Assistance With Competitors

State Farm: about $24+ per year

Allstate: $25+ per year ($89+ without an Allstate policy)

Progressive: about $50+ per year

Geico: $14+ per year

Travelers: $10 - $30+ per year

Costs are from company websites and customer service representatives. Rates can vary by state, the length of your policy, and other factors.

For more information to help you choose between roadside assistance options, check out WalletHub’s guide to the best roadside assistance companies.

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Does Progressive have roadside assistance?

Yes, Progressive offers roadside assistance as a policy add-on for about $50+ per year. coverage for things like jump starts, winching, flat tires, lockouts, and fuel deliveries. To get immediate help, members can request service online, through the Progressive mobile app, or by calling 1-800-776-4737.

What Progressive’s Basic Roadside Assistance Covers... read full answer

Towing

Jump starts

Gas delivery

Flat tire change

Winching

Battery charge for electric vehicles

Lockout services

Progressive Roadside Assistance vs. Popular Competitors

Company	Progressive	AAA Basic	Geico
Average Annual Cost	$10-100+ according to multiple customer service representatives	$29+	About $14 per vehicle per year
Towing Limit	15 miles or to the nearest qualified repair facility	Up to 5 miles	To the nearest service location within 20 miles
Tire Change	Included	Included	Included
Jumpstart	Included	Included	Included
Fuel Delivery	Included	Included	Included
Locksmith Services	Included	Included	Included

Progressive roadside assistance generally costs more than memberships with auto clubs like AAA, and you will have to carry comprehensive and collision coverage to get roadside assistance, which adds to your overall price. The exact cost of roadside assistance from Progressive will also depend on where you live, what type of car you drive, and other factors.

In addition, it’s important to note that coverage is subject to any other details stated in your policy. That could mean service charges for certain roadside events, like being towed over a certain number of miles or to specific garages.

To learn more, check out WalletHub’s full review of Progressive, as well as our guide to roadside assistance.

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Does Progressive have free towing?

Yes, Progressive does offer free towing for customers who have the company’s roadside assistance coverage. Progressive roadside assistance is provided by Agero, generally costs $16 per year and includes towing services up to 15 miles or the nearest repair shop. Progressive customers can request roadside assistance online, or they can call 1-800-776-2778.... read full answer

What Progressive Roadside Assistance Covers

Towing services up to 15 miles or the nearest repair shop

Winching service (within 100 feet of a road or highway)

Battery jump-start

Fuel delivery

Battery charge for electric cars

Locksmith services

Flat-tire changes

Up to one hour of onsite labor

While Progressive’s roadside assistance covers towing and other services, it doesn’t cover the cost of repair parts, replacement keys, or major fixes due to things like engine failure or structural damage.

Progressive Free Towing Limit vs. Popular Competitors

Company	Free Towing Limit
Progressive	Up to 15 miles
Geico	To the nearest location
State Farm	To the nearest location
Nationwide	Up to 15 miles
Travelers	Up to 15 miles

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