Finder survey: Has many Australians have experienced a dead car battery?
Response
Yes
70.58%
No
27.73%
I have never driven before
1.69%
Source: Finder survey by Pure Profile of 1006 Australians, December 2023
How does Allianz roadside assistance compare with other providers in the market?
Allianz has strong features and relatively high benefit limits. Roadside assistance policies are generally quite similarly-priced but Allianz is among the more expensive.
Provider
~Cost per year
Joining fee
Callout limits
Need to hold a policy with them?
Lost key limit
Fuel top up limit
Breakdown towing
NRMA
$285
$0
Unlimited
No
$200
No
Up to 100km or even further with major breakdown entitlements
Budget Direct
$76.46
$0
Unlimited
No
$125
$15
Up to 20km in metro and up to 50km in remote areas
AAMI
$83.06
$0
Unlimited
Yes
$250
$10
Up to 20km in the city, 100km in rural areas
FAQs
Yes! Allianz offers two levels of roadside assistance - Basic and Platinum.
No. Roadside assistance is an add-on policy. It helps drivers get back on the road or provides towing to nearby towns following break-downs.
Nicola Middlemiss is a journalist with nearly a decade of experience in personal finance and insurance. She has contributed to Domain, Yahoo Finance, Money Magazine and Insurance Business Australia, offering in-depth insights into commercial insurance in the Australian market. Nicola holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Leeds and a Tier 1 General Insurance (General Advice) certification, which complies with ASIC standards. See full bio
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Hume Bank Car Insurance, issued by Allianz Australia Insurance Limited, provides three levels of cover, a wide range of benefits and the peace of mind that comes with 24/7 claims support.
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Hi, Is there any roadassist company in NSW who gives a yearly discount for not calling them during the year ?\Thnx, Aboud, Sydney- NSW
Hi Aboud, I’m not aware of any insurer which offers a discount for not using the service.