Either way, it feels like a coin toss… you’re either getting MacGyver or someone who’s learning on the job.
- I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had better luck with my insurance company’s roadside help than AAA.
- The last time I called AAA, I waited almost two hours—meanwhile, State Farm sent someone out in 30 minutes.
- Not saying it’s always like that, but sometimes the local contractors make a bigger difference than the brand name.
- Price-wise, my insurance adds roadside for peanuts compared to an AAA membership.
- Guess it just depends on who’s working your area that day...
I hear you, but my experience has been the opposite—AAA bailed me out in the middle of nowhere when my insurance’s roadside said they couldn’t find anyone nearby. Maybe it’s just luck, or maybe it’s the area, but I’m a little hesitant to drop AAA just yet.
That’s a fair point—location really does matter. I’ve had mixed results with both, honestly. Here’s how I look at it: first, check which service has better coverage in your usual driving areas. Then, compare response times and what’s actually included (towing distance, lockout help, etc.). I keep both for now, just in case, but I’m always weighing the cost vs. peace of mind. Sometimes redundancy isn’t a bad thing when you’re stranded miles from anywhere...
Yeah, I totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve been stuck on the side of the highway before, and honestly, having both services felt a little overkill—until it didn’t. One time AAA couldn’t find me in a rural spot, but my insurance’s roadside guy showed up in under an hour. It’s not always clear-cut which one will come through, so your “belt and suspenders” approach actually makes sense. Peace of mind is hard to put a price on when you’re stranded with no cell signal...
I’ve been weighing this exact thing since I started shopping for insurance. Here’s how I broke it down: First, I compared the coverage details—AAA seems to offer more perks (like discounts and travel stuff), but my insurance’s roadside is cheaper as an add-on. Then I checked response times in reviews, and honestly, it’s a mixed bag for both. One thing I noticed—insurance roadside sometimes counts as a claim, which could affect rates? That part makes me nervous. Still not sure which way to go, but leaning toward AAA just for the extra benefits...
