Roadside Assistance

jmtandem wrote:

Sounds very limited, outside of FL, GA and TN you are on your own to find a service truck but they will reimburse some day. Also the rates for RV service are based on the size of the RV. Coachnet and/or GS are better deals without all the fine print.

In some ways this is all a little ridiculous. Most likely the same tow truck will come to you regardless of whether it is AAA, GS, or CN. Especially in Nevada and other states where the breakdown area may be very rural. There just are not that many tow trucking companies to choose from. And how hard is it to tow a travel trailer behind the flatbed tow truck with the tow vehicle on board? A fifth wheel might be a little more of a challenge, but a travel trailer?

Reply is partially correct, but also *incorrect*.

Correct:
Many tow operators contract with several Motor Clubs, whether they are located in rural or urban areas.
So - no matter which one you have you may get the same contract operator for your ERS.

The service you receive -*anywhere*- is also dependent on the work load of the contract tow service at the time, other contracts the operator may have, etc.


Incorrect:
If your ERS does *not* have a contract with a towing company in the area where you need service, you may be in for a long wait - or you may need to find your own provider - - and pay "upfront" - which can be expensive!.:(
That specifically applies to AAA in some parts of the USA.
(It's not a national network)

Depending on how your ERS handles that situation, you may have to furnish receipts -and be patient- for reimbursement.

Note:
GS, CN, etc. are "Motor Clubs".
Their "product" (the ERS) is *underwritten* by the two or three national major road service providers.
That's not "secret" stuff - you can easily acquire that info, although it really doesn't make any difference.

Always be prepared with your membership in the "Dead Presidents" Motor Club or a CC.
Every tow operator is happy to accept those for towing or road service..;)

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