There is no definitive correct answer to this question, it all depends on your needs and budget. Here are a few things to consider:
Be Strategic: When shopping for a roadside assistance plan, consider your needs before signing on the dotted line. It is very easy to overpay for something you wonât need or use.
Auto clubs, such as AAA, offer a wide variety of other services. That includes trip planning, discounts on hotels, motels and other attractions, maps and even identity theft monitoring. If these services are something you need or would use, an auto club probably makes the most sense.
Even in the auto club sphere, you have choices and switching plans over time may make sense.Â Â
âBe strategic when choosing a plan, AAA Basic will probably work fine for a new car owner but consider upgrading to plus or premium as the car gets older,â suggests Skyler McKinley, director of public relations & government affairs with AAA Colorado.
However, if you are only interested in roadside assistance when you need it without the bells and whistles, there may be cheaper options out there. Consider your budget and needs. Then, decide which plan is correct for you.