Honestly, I get the “peace of mind” thing, but at what cost? AAA’s prices keep creeping up and the service just isn’t what it used to be. I had a breakdown last winter—took them almost three hours to show up, and that was in a city, not out in the sticks. Meanwhile, my buddy with a BMW tried switching to one of those app-based roadside services and got turned down flat because of his car’s electronics. So yeah, options are limited if you’ve got anything fancier than a Corolla.
But here’s what bugs me: are we just accepting mediocre service because the alternatives are worse? Or is there actually something out there that covers higher-end cars without charging an arm and a leg? Feels like we’re all just settling for “least bad” instead of demanding better. Anyone actually found a plan that doesn’t make you feel ripped off?
Yeah, I’ve been feeling the same way. I just bought my first car and everyone told me to get AAA for “peace of mind,” but honestly, the price gave me sticker shock. My neighbor’s a car guy and he said he ditched AAA after they left him waiting for hours too. He ended up using his insurance’s roadside assistance and said it was way faster, though I’m not sure how that works with luxury cars. It’s wild how we’re all just kind of shrugging and paying up because there aren’t better options… or at least none that are obvious. Makes me wonder if I should just risk it and skip the extra coverage.
I get where you’re coming from, but I’m not totally convinced skipping coverage is worth the risk. Here’s how I look at it: first, check if your car insurance already includes roadside help—sometimes it’s just bundled in and you’re paying twice for the same thing. Next, see what kind of response times they actually offer in your area. I’ve had friends who waited forever with AAA, but my own experience was the opposite—maybe it’s just luck or location? If you drive a luxury car, though, I’d double-check what’s actually covered. Some plans get weirdly specific about what they’ll tow or fix. It’s a pain, but reading the fine print can save you a headache later.
Honestly, I’m with you on the “read the fine print” thing—learned that one the hard way when my old policy only covered tows up to 5 miles. Ended up paying out of pocket for the rest. Now I always double-check what’s included, especially since my regular insurance started tossing in roadside. No sense paying for the same thing twice if you don’t have to, right?
Yeah, I hear you—learned that lesson after my minivan broke down on a road trip and the tow guy hit me with a “that’s extra” halfway to the shop. Why do they even bother advertising “free towing” if it barely gets you past the next exit? Anyone else notice how every year there’s some new restriction or catch? I swear, reading insurance policies is like deciphering ancient scrolls...
