How long does the AA take to arrive?

The AA said the average time between when they receive a call and when they arrive at the breakdown is under 50 minutes while the RAC said it gives each member an individual expected time of arrival.

Does my AA cover me in any car?

Yes. With personal breakdown cover, you're covered in any car you drive. You're also covered if you're a passenger in any car. So whether you're travelling in your own car, a friend or family member's or someone else's, you can call us out if you break down.

What to do if your car breaks down and you have no cover?

If you have an emergency breakdown and no cover, you can call a breakdown provider to get cover and immediate assistance, contact a nearby garage, or use an emergency phone if you're on a major road. However, these can all be expensive options.

Do the AA come out for flat Tyres?

Your car could break down for a number of reasons, like a flat battery or a flat tyre. If you're at the roadside - or even at home - a breakdown service will send a mechanic out to your car to try to fix the problem.

Does using breakdown cover affect no claims?

Will breakdown cover affect my no-claims bonus? No, having breakdown cover won't affect your no claims bonus.

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Can 2 people insure the same car?

You and your partner can both take out separate policies for the same car. Car insurance policies are for both the vehicle and the driver, so it's perfectly fine, legal and common for two people to be insured on the same vehicle under separate policies. There are a few reasons why you might consider doing this.

How many years no claims do you lose?

How long do no claims bonuses last? A no claims bonus or no claims discount is usually valid for two years after a policy comes to an end.

Can I drive 1 mile on a flat tire?

No. Do not drive on a flat tire. However, it may be necessary to travel a short distance on a flat tire when pulling over to the side of the road. But driving on a flat tire is a surefire way to put your passengers at risk and seriously damage your vehicle.

Does AA come to your house?

At Home, also known as Home Start, gives you Roadside Assistance if you can't get going within 1/4 mile of your home. Call us out right away, or arrange a time that's best for you. We'll be there for you day or night, 365 days a year. We fix 9 out of 10 breakdowns at home.

Can the AA fix a puncture?

AA Patrols are all equipped with a Seals Tyre Plug kit. The kit allows Patrols to repair most common punctures with an innovative glue-less temporary rubber plug.

Does AA cover start immediately?

How soon can I use my cover? Your cover starts 24 hours after the start date you choose (which can be up to 60 days from when you buy).

Can you ring AA if not a member?

We'll come and rescue you, even if you're not a Member yet. If you're already with us, you can also report a breakdown and pinpoint your location using our app. It's the fastest way to ask us for help and track our arrival.

Can AA recover car without MOT?

Make of that what you will. Green flag, RAC and AA etc are all for emergency breakdown assistance...if they start allowing cars with no MOT's then they will start being used a a free trailer service to get old cars to their garages.

Can I have 2 breakdown covers?

No, doubling up on your car insurance isn't illegal. But if you make a claim from two insurance providers, you can't claim for the full amount from each of them. Doing so is considered fraud, which is illegal and can land you with a criminal record.

Does AA cover cat's cars?

If it's a Category S or N (C or D) then yes, you should be able to keep it, although the repair costs may be more than the car's value. These cars may also be sold on for repair after your insurer compensates you. You will need to discuss this with your insurer.

Does AA cover include vans?

What vehicles do we cover? Our breakdown cover includes most cars of any age (including classic cars), vans, motorbikes, caravans, and campervans. Your vehicle must be under 3.5 tonnes and 8ft 3in (2.55m) wide.

Is AA or green flag better?

Again, Green Flag are the best here, repairing 86% of all cars at the roadside. The RAC and the AA tie for second place with both claiming that they can fix 80% of breakdowns at the roadside.

What do you do if your car breaks down in your home?

Call your breakdown service and leave it to the professionals. Put on the car's hazard lights, and its side lights if conditions are gloomy. If you're not in a safe place, such as a lay-by or service station, you'll need to assess whether it's safe to leave the car.

Will RAC come out for flat tyre?

If your tyre fails to inflate when you're inflating it, it could be too damaged. If this is the case, use your spare tyre or call RAC breakdown assistance and one of our patrols can help you out.

What causes a tire blowout?

When the air pressure in a tire is too low, the tire may flex beyond its limits, overheats and cause the rubber to lose its bond to the tire's internal fabric and steel cord reinforcement. Car and Driver says tire blowouts happen more frequently when you're driving on the interstate or traveling at higher speeds.

Can I drive with nail in tire?

The short answer is yes, you can drive with a nail in your tire. Drivers cruise over nails all the time and don't realize it. Nails can lodge in a tire so tightly that air isn't able to escape; the car hits the nail so fast and so hard that air is never given the opportunity to release.

How flat is too flat driving?

You might be wondering, “What happens if you drive on a flat tire?” The truth is, you should never drive more than a few hundred yards on a flat tire, or you risk damaging your tire beyond repair. The best thing you can do when you see that you have a flat tire is to pull off the road and out of oncoming traffic.

Can I use no claims on 2 cars?

Unfortunately, you can only use one set of no claim discount on one vehicle at any time. To earn multiple sets of no claim discount you need to insure multiple vehicles at the same time.

Will I lose my no claims bonus if I sell my car?

Although your bonus is attributed to a specific policy, it can be transferred to another car if you change vehicles. If you switch insurers before the year is up, however, you won't get the NCB for that year. The same is also true if you sell your car and wait for a period of time before finding a replacement.

Do named drivers get no claims?

Named drivers can't usually build up a no claims discount, although they can accumulate their own if they're insured as the main driver on their own car. Some insurance providers may give a named driver a discount – provided they take out their own policy at a later date.