Our verdict
Pros
- RAC offers up to 200km in the city, 300km in rural areas (many brands have a cap of 100km or less)
- Enjoy member perks, including discounts on insurance, fuel and movie tickets
- With four policies to choose from, find cover that suits you and your vehicle
Cons
- Even RAC's most basic policy is more expensive than many other brands we compared
- RAC's premium policies are more than three times the cost of other basic brands
- A hire car is only offered on RAC's top two tiers.
If a car breaks down say near the wa border and cannot be driven further and a tow truck is required for both the car and a caravan being towed by the said vehicle are the both vehicle and van covered for towing to the nearest town or is there a separate charge for the caravan
Hi Kerry,
Great question. Many roadside assistance policies include cover for trailers or caravans; however, not all do. At the time of writing, RAC offers 4 options for roadside assistance. While 3 policies offer coverage for trailers/caravans, its entry-level Standard policy doesn’t.
Also, keep in mind that policies typically specify a kilometre limit for how far you can be towed under your insurance after a breakdown. This is often around 50km in metro areas, and 100km in remote areas.
For these reasons, it’s really important you read your policy wording with care. Be sure to reach out to the insurance provider directly if you’re unsure on what you’d be covered for.
Best,
James