AAA's handy if you're prone to locking keys in your car or dead batteries (guilty as charged...), but honestly, standard roadside through insurance usually covers enough. Unless you're super unlucky or paranoid, AAA might just be an extra expense you don't really need.
Yeah, totally agree—AAA can be handy, but most insurers' roadside assistance covers the basics just fine. Plus, some credit cards even throw in free roadside perks...worth checking before shelling out extra cash. Saved me a couple times already.
"Plus, some credit cards even throw in free roadside perks...worth checking before shelling out extra cash."
Yeah, that's a good point—I had no idea my credit card even offered roadside assistance until I randomly stumbled across it in the fine print. Makes me wonder what other perks I'm missing out on, honestly. Has anyone actually used their credit card's roadside help? Curious if it's reliable enough to ditch separate coverage entirely or if it's more of a backup thing...
I've actually used my credit card's roadside assistance a couple of times, and honestly, it was pretty decent. Once for a flat tire and another time when I locked my keys inside (yeah, embarrassing...). Both times they showed up within an hour, no hassle. That said, I'd still keep it as a backup rather than ditching separate coverage completely. Credit card perks usually have limits or restrictions, so it's good to have peace of mind with dedicated coverage—especially if you drive a lot or have an older car.
I've never actually tried the credit card roadside assistance myself, but your experience makes me curious. Usually, I just stick with my AAA membership because, honestly, I'm paranoid about getting stranded in the middle of nowhere. Last summer, I was on a road trip through Utah—middle of nowhere, no cell service—and my car decided it was the perfect time to overheat. Thankfully, AAA came through pretty quickly once I got signal again, but now I'm wondering if my credit card would've been just as reliable.
Do you know if there's a mileage limit or anything like that with your card's coverage? I mean, AAA has saved me from some pretty remote spots...like that one time near Death Valley when I thought I'd be stuck forever (lesson learned: always carry extra water). Anyway, might be worth checking into as a backup option at least.