Auto Towing

I am often asked about carrying auto towing service. I believe having a towing service plan is good. I’ve had one for thirty years, can’t remember ever using it, which is a good thing, but it offers peace of mind. You can purchase this along with your auto insurance or through a third party (i.e. AAA, Good Sam, etc.).

If you have, or are going to purchase,

towing service

be sure to ask about the mile towing option. In Southern California using the minimum standard mile towing option could mean 7 mile towing with the slim-to-none odds risk of being within 7 miles from home, my shop or another repair shop, if out of town.

Factor the plan’s over-mileage charge ranging from 7-10 dollars a mile for the distance over 7 miles. I’ve had customers who needed a 25-30 mile tow which worked out cheaper to contract the tow service directly. My advice is, if you have the 7 mile towing, call your tow service and ask what the basic mileage is and expanding upon it. Often the cost is minimal. Many plans have 100+ mile towing options.

Please understand I am not promoting AAA Membership, but trying to make sure you receive the best value for your money for tow service.

Most automobile insurance offers

roadside assistance coverage

for a nominal fee. This, too, offers the same peace of mind and helps if you’re stranded. Be sure to ask how many miles their assistance covers.

Please feel free to give me a call 909.981.6844.

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