Honestly, I treat it like a bonus if it works out, but I wouldn’t bank on it covering everything.
That’s exactly how I look at it too. The fine print is brutal—half the time you think something’s covered and then they find a loophole. I had a claim denied once because my “breakdown” was just a dead battery and apparently that wasn’t “serious” enough. Ever notice how they’re super vague about what counts as “necessary”? Makes you wonder if anyone’s ever gotten full reimbursement without jumping through hoops.
Honestly, I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had decent luck with them—at least compared to some of the horror stories I’ve heard about other companies. Had a flat tire last winter in the middle of nowhere, and they sent someone out pretty quick. Maybe it’s just a matter of luck or who you get on the phone? Still, I always keep jumper cables and a backup plan just in case. Not worth getting stranded because you assumed help would magically appear.
I hear you—sometimes it really does just come down to who picks up your call. I had a dead battery once and the guy who showed up was super fast, but my neighbor waited hours for a tow. I never trust any service 100%, though... glovebox snacks and a portable charger are my go-tos.
I never trust any service 100%, though... glovebox snacks and a portable charger are my go-tos.
Honestly, same here. I keep jumper cables and a flashlight just in case. Has anyone actually had consistent luck with Progressive’s roadside? I’ve heard mixed things—sometimes it’s quick, other times you’re just stuck waiting. Wonder if there’s a trick to getting faster help or if it’s just luck of the draw.
Has anyone actually had consistent luck with Progressive’s roadside?
Mixed bag for us. Once, they showed up in under 30 minutes, but another time it took almost two hours—kids were not thrilled. I’ve noticed calling right away through the app seems a bit faster than waiting on hold. Maybe just coincidence, though.