Honestly, I’m still learning the ropes with all this, but here’s what I’ve noticed:
- AAA feels like the “old reliable”—my parents swear by it, and they’ve never been left hanging.
- My insurance roadside is technically free, but last time I called, the tow truck took forever. Like, I could’ve walked home faster.
- The paperwork for reimbursement? Ugh. Not my idea of a good time.
If you’re the type who hates waiting around (or filling out forms), AAA’s probably worth the extra bucks. If you’re just hoping you never need it, insurance might be fine... but it’s a gamble.
Had a similar experience with my insurance’s roadside—waited nearly two hours for a jump. Honestly, I get why people stick with AAA. The paperwork for reimbursement is always a pain, too. Sometimes paying a little extra just saves the headache.
Yeah, I’ve had the same runaround with insurance roadside—slow response, then a mountain of forms for a $40 tow. With AAA, it’s usually faster and less hassle, but their prices creep up every year. Still, peace of mind counts for something.
I hear you on the price hikes with AAA, but honestly, I’d rather pay a bit more than deal with insurance roadside. Last time my car died, the insurance “help” took nearly two hours and then tried to bill me for extra mileage. With AAA, it’s not perfect, but at least they show up and don’t nickel-and-dime you as much. Peace of mind is worth a few extra bucks, especially if you’re on the road a lot.
I totally get where you’re coming from. I had a flat tire on a sketchy backroad once, and my insurance’s roadside “help” was basically a guy with Google Maps who got lost twice. AAA isn’t perfect, but at least I know what I’m getting into. Sometimes peace of mind is just worth it, even if my wallet grumbles a bit.
