If a vehicle owner doesn’t have a roadside assistance membership, they may need to contact a towing company from their phone directory when their vehicle breaks down. The tow truck will transport the vehicle to the nearest repair center, charging a fee based on the number of miles towed. For example, if the vehicle is ten miles away from the repair center and the towing rate is $10 per mile, the owner will pay $100 in towing fees.

On the other hand, if a vehicle owner accidentally locks their keys inside the car and has roadside assistance, they can simply call the service center and wait for a locksmith to arrive. The locksmith will unlock the car and retrieve the keys, and the vehicle owner won’t have to pay anything for the service, as it's covered by their membership.

However, if a vehicle owner doesn’t have roadside assistance and locks their keys in the car, they’ll need to search for a locksmith using their phone’s search function. The locksmith will charge between $50 and $75 for the service. Some drivers may even attempt to retrieve the keys themselves using unconventional methods, like a clothes hanger.

Having a roadside assistance membership is not just about saving money—it’s also about ensuring safety and peace of mind while on the road, contact us.