Modern vehicles are designed safer to survive accidents and keep passengers safe.  Virtually all automakers include emergency kits installed by the factory.  This is either due to competitive pressure or government regulations.  Most of the roadside kits include reflective markers, jumper cables, and flashlights.  These kits typically deal with mechanical and accident breakdowns.
Today’s automobiles endure […]

Drivers who talk on a cell phone are impaired to the same extent as an intoxicated driver with blood alcohol of .08. Unfortunately, this is one of the many distractions that teenagers face while driving. They tend to multi-task behind the wheel, which puts them at risk for accidents that could harm themselves and […]

The days are gone when you could do a roadside repair with chewing gum and tights.  In modern cars you need professional help for anything more than a puncture.  It’s reassuring to know that help is only a phone call away, but it can be difficult to choose a roadside assistance program.  There have been […]

Unfortunately, drivers can be faced with an unpleasant surprise in the morning when they discover they have a weak battery. Some people may be lucky enough to be covered by auto road service, however others may not. A car won’t start when the starter is not receiving the power that it needs. However, help […]

The Ohio Valley was hit with severe snow and ice on Tuesday, which made for dangerous driving conditions.  There was a layer of ice, covering 4 inches of snow in Kentucky due to freezing rain.  Southern Illinois had 8 inches of snow covered in ice.  Pittsburgh already had 5 inches of snow by noon with […]

Research shows that commuters are suffering from more rush hour breakdowns than ever.  These breakdowns that occur between 7am and 9am are leaving carpool moms stranded and employees late to their workplaces.  A roadside assistance program is the number one thing motorists can do to protect themselves from car failure.
Breakdowns can cause motorists to be […]

Frigid temperatures make it essential for drivers to be covered by a roadside assistance program.  Calls for road service have been at an all time high due to winter conditions.  Don’t risk being stranded on the side of the road with no help.  Make sure you sign up for a road service program.
There are some […]

To figure out what roadside assistance program to purchase, think about who or what the various plans cover. It can be more confusing than you would think. For example, under some plans only the insured vehicle is covered and other plans cover the member regardless of what car they are driving at the time.  Most […]

It’s not easy to knock AutoRoadService.com or AAA. These companies have more than 45 million members combined who count on them for emergency roadside assistance.  It’s not surprising that many of their members have been with them for a lifetime. 
When a member is stranded on a dark, lonely highway it can do wonders for membership […]

A roadside assistance program that you get for free when you buy an insurance policy, cell phone, or extended warranty is not always as free as it is presented to be.
Some insurance companies, such as Allstate, only cover the vehicle that is insured.  A true auto road service plan does not cover the vehicle, instead […]