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What to Do With The Money You’re Saving on Gas

February 1, 2016 by Best Roadside Service

Lower gas prices will fuel more travel

In December, CNN reported that with the decline of gas prices over the past year, Americans saved an average of $540 per driver in 2015. That means households with two drivers saved an average of $1,100. That’s a lot of money! On top of that, AAA is reporting that based on current projections, gas prices will remain low in 2016, with the average price per gallon hovering between $2.25 and $2.45. That’s nearly a dollar less than the average price in 2014 and the second lowest price in the past decade.

That savings is essentially giving consumers 130 billion dollars to spend in other ways. So what are people doing with this extra money? Many people are eating out at restaurants more often – an industry that took a huge hit during the economic recession, but was up 8% last year compared to 2014. Others are buying new cars, and bigger cars since the gas they have to put in them is so cheap. But CNN also reports that more people are traveling, thanks in part to this savings on gas.

Last year Americans drove 2.4 trillion miles by September of 2015, which was up 3% from that time in 2014. And while airline travel is up as well, many people will choose to hit the road instead, thanks to the lower price at the pump. In fact, Americans are driving more than ever, and that’s having a great impact on the economy as it also means people are eating out more, staying in hotels, going to movies and, of course, buying gas along the way.

So how will you spend that money you’re saving on gas? If you’re considering putting it towards a fun road trip or vacation, you might also consider throwing in a roadside assistance plan. An emergency roadside assistance plan is an affordable way to ensure that you’re never left on the side of the road during a trip. It is also a great way to get exclusive discounts and coupons towards travel, hotels, car rentals, amusement parks, and more.

Best Roadside Service, an emergency roadside assistance company servicing the US and Canada, offers members travel related discounts at hundreds of hotels around the world; including a 10% discount at all 1,100+ pet friendly Motel 6 locations. They also offer discounts for Enterprise, National, and Thrifty car rental services as well as Cruise America RV Rentals and Sales. Additionally, members have access to special Six Flag tickets and reservations through their website.

Best Roadside Service doesn’t just save you money on your next vacation or business trip. If you plan on purchasing a new car with your savings, you will want to make sure you care for your purchase by maintaining it properly. Best Roadside Service members receive discounts at many national automotive chains such as Meineke, Aamco, Jiffy Lube, and more.

Roadside Assistance plans are an affordable way to save even more money than you’ve already saved in the past year on gas. For less than $80 a year, you can keep yourself safe on the road, ensure you’re never stranded while driving, and enjoy discounts and benefits all over the country while you travel.

Credit Card Companies Drop Roadside Assistance Coverage

December 15, 2015 by Best Roadside Service

Many people do not know that their credit card companies may provide additional services beyond loaning money for purchases.

In fact, several credit card companies offer services through third party providers for things such as identity theft, travel planning and even roadside assistance. These services are not always marketed to credit card customers very well, and J.D. Power & Associates reports that only about 2/3 of people are even aware of their benefits, and even fewer people are using their credit cards to their full advantage. For this reason, many credit card companies are dropping extra benefits from their cardholder agreements.

In August 2015, Discover issued a new cardholder agreement that stated they intend to “simplify the suite of cardmember benefits that it provides by eliminating certain benefits in order to provide a better customer experience.” What this really means is that they are eliminating benefits to save themselves money. With recent laws in effect that restrict credit card companies on the kind of late fees and interest rates they can charge, many lenders are looking at cutting cardholder benefits and other services to save money and help their bottom line.

In fact, Sears MasterCard recently dropped its rental car collision coverage, travel assistance and roadside assistance benefits, and Bank of America is discontinuing its roadside and travel assistance benefits for its MasterCard Better Balance Rewards cardholders as well. With these heavy hitters leading the pack, it’s a logical assumption that other credit card companies will be following their lead and dropping third party services for their cardholders as well. So whether or not you have one of these cards listed above, you should start looking around for another provider for these services.

Even if you do plan to continue using your credit card company’s services, keep in mind that most credit card companies still charge their cardholders a fee to use their roadside assistance and these fees can run up to $70 per call. At that price, you should consider going with Best Roadside Service’s roadside assistance plan. In fact, a year of roadside assistance with Best Roadside Service, which includes up to 6 calls per year, only costs between $65-$80 depending on the plan chosen. Additionally, Best Roadside Service offers travel assistance, travel concierge services, travel discounts, coupons, a 24-hour emergency hotline, discounts at national automotive maintenance shops and more. Your discounts from these partners might just pay for your annual membership! You don’t have to have a particular credit card to have these services and you don’t have to pay a crazy interest rate to earn them. Individual plans are less than $80/year and vehicle plans are just $65 annually.

Why Choose Best Roadside Service

Going with a company that specializes in roadside assistance is also the only way to ensure you get the best and fastest service. Credit card companies are essentially playing the middle man to their cardholders – creating an additional step and costing the customer more time when they do need help on the side of the road. Best Roadside Service, on the other hand, has an average response time of just 34 minutes. And their service providers respond to over 70,000 calls per month. In the last 50 years, Best Roadside Service has unlocked over 170,000 doors, changed over 340,000 flat tires, towed over 6.8 million miles and delivered over 60,000 gallons of fuel!

But not all roadside assistance plans and providers are created equal. Whether you want to purchase a plan for a particular vehicle, no matter who is driving it, or a plan for an individual, no matter what vehicle they are driving – you’ll want to compare plans, and go with a Better Business Bureau A+ rated company that has been providing roadside service for over 50 years to consumers just like you.

The bottom line is that your credit card company is more concerned with their bottom line than customer perks and benefits. Ditch the middle man, and purchase an independent roadside assistance plan for you and your family from Best Roadside Service!

Why Millennials Need Roadside Assistance

July 22, 2015 by Best Roadside Service

“Millennials” is the term used for people born between 1980 to 2000. As of right now, this puts millennials anywhere from 15 to 34, but the term is generally used to describe young adults today. This group of people are just starting professional careers, moving out on their own, and becoming responsible for themselves. Things like rent, budgets, insurance and more are now not just terms heard around the dinner table, but important aspects of everyday life.

If you’re a millennial just going out on your own, it can be scary, overwhelming and expensive. Especially in tough economic times, you may worry about what happens if you get sick or if your car breaks down. You’ve probably purchased health insurance, car insurance and maybe even rental or home owners insurance in case something happens. Another way to protect yourself against unwanted expenses is to purchase roadside assistance.

Roadside assistance is an inexpensive way to ensure that you and your vehicle are always safe on the road. Breakdowns, running out of gas, locking your keys in your car – those are all inevitable things, but if you’re not prepared, they can also be expensive and budget-busting inconveniences. Roadside assistance allows you to pay a low monthly fee for assistance in these and many other situations.

What We Offer

Best Roadside Service offers plans that either cover you as an individual – no matter what car you are driving or that cover your car- no matter who is driving it. Either plan will cost less than your monthly cable bill, but is a much better investment.

Best Roadside Service has a US-owned and operated call center and our average response time is just 34 minutes, so you’ll never be stranded by the side of the road with a flat tire, dead battery or any other mechanical issue. We will also cover a replacement key up to $100 if your car key is lost or destroyed. If you run out of gas, we’ll deliver three gallons to you wherever you are for free! Any of these situations could cost you hundreds of dollars without roadside assistance.

And it’s not all serious business – in addition to our emergency roadside assistance benefits, we also offer discounts for travel and entertainment, hotels, theme parks, restaurants and more. So if you’re going on a road trip, we can provide customized mapping, turn by turn directions and savings on the fun when you get there.

We know you’re on a budget, but making roadside assistance a priority will save you money in the long run. And you can save $10 right now, just by purchasing your plan online. Make mom and dad proud and sign up for roadside assistance plan today.

Top Ten Reasons to Choose Best Roadside Service

June 9, 2015 by Best Roadside Service

We know that there are many roadside assistance companies out there to choose from, so we value and appreciate the customers who choose us. We also happen to think they’ve made the best decision. Here are just ten reasons why our customers chose Best Roadside Assistance and why you should too.

American Owned, Canada Covered
Best Roadside Service is an American Owned and Operated company with the goal of providing our customers with the best emergency roadside assistance plans at competitive prices. Our core values have always focused on offering the best customer service standards in the industry. But Americans are not the only ones who can benefit from our services! Canada is a great place to travel and a beautiful place to live, but with such cold weather, it’s critical to have good emergency roadside service. All of our services are available in Canada for the same low price of $65 a year for one vehicle, no matter who is driving.
Free Gas
Should your covered vehicle run out of gasoline, a technician will deliver three gallons of fuel right to your vehicle at no extra charge. We will get you back on the road in no time and at no fee!
Vacation and travel discounts
Our members enjoy exclusive discount programs and special rates for vacations, cruises, car and RV rentals, even theme park tickets such as Sea World, Busch Gardens and more! Our discount program gives you a range of options for booking a room for vacation or business. And our concierge service can help you get everything straight so you can sit back and enjoy your trip.
34 minute response time
Your safety is our priority. Our state-of-the-art software allows us, with your permission, to find your location using your cell phone, and dispatch service providers while we’re on the phone with you. We can even send you a text message confirming the arrival time of your service provider. Our average response time is just 34 minutes.
American-Owned and Operated Call Center with English, Spanish and French Speakers
All emergency calls to our 24-hour call center are answered in the United States. You will never be transferred overseas and you will never get a voicemail. We have customer service representatives available at all times who speak English, Spanish and French, so you’re never alone as long as you have Best Roadside Service!
Individual and Vehicle options
Whether you want to cover a specific vehicle no matter who is driving it, or an individual, no matter what vehicle they are driving, we’ve got coverage for you. Individual and vehicle plans also cover motorcycles and scooters. Plans start at less than $6 a month with the option to add family members at a discounted rate!

Personal and Commercial Options
Whether you have a car that is used for business or an entire fleet of vehicles for your company employees, we have a plan that will meet your needs. We have been in the emergency roadside business a long time, and we know that when you have a fleet of vehicles, one of them is bound to break down. In fact, about 20% of typical fleets experience mechanical disablement every day. To keep your business running and your customers satisfied, you need to have your employees and drivers covered for any roadside issue they may experience. Our plans provide rescue and support for your employees and your business.
Map Routing and Trip Planning with 24 Hour Directional Assistance
Going on a trip? You can’t just depend on a cell phone that could die or a GPS that may lose service. Our trip planning and map routing services provide a customized route to wherever you want to go and however you want to get there. If you ever get lost along the way, just call our roadside assistance hotline and we will give you turn-by-turn directions, no matter what time of the day or night.
Motorcycle Coverage
Whether your bike is your main method of transportation, or just one of the vehicles you or your family use, we have a plan to fit your motorcycle roadside assistance needs. Motorcycle drivers receive six service calls per year along with all the benefits of a regular vehicle plan, starting at just $65/year.
Join Now and Save $10 or $15
By now we’re sure you’re convinced that Best Roadside Service is the best emergency roadside plan you can buy, but just in case you need one more reason – if you join on our website right now you can save $10 a year on the vehicle plan or $15 a year for the individual plan.

Sign up today and join our many happy customers who enjoyed safety and security on the road and in their vehicles every day with us!

Why Parents with Teens Need Roadside Assistance Plans

April 27, 2012 by Best Roadside Service

Parents with teens old enough to drive need the security a roadside assistance plan can provide. You want to do everything to make sure your kids are safe when on the road. You tell them not to talk or text when behind the wheel. You give them curfews and you monitor where they go but are you prepared for an emergency.

No matter how safe you feel your vehicles are, things often happen without warning. Sometimes there are subtle warnings that, as an inexperienced driver, your teen won’t notice until it’s too late. When something does happen, it’s nice to know that you have a roadside assistance plan that will help get them up and running again or at least towed to safety.

Roadside assistance plans cover a variety of situations. Do you have a teen that tends to ignore the gas hand? For this reason, you always worry that he will run out of gas. Then you need a plan that covers fuel delivery. Do you worry about your teen locking the keys in the car or losing the keys when she is out somewhere? Then you need lockout/lost key service.

When you have the protection this type of coverage offers, you won’t have to get off work to put enough fuel in the car to get it to the gas station or use your extra set of keys to unlock the door when they are accidentally locked inside.

Another thing to consider is that teens offer need the vehicle on evenings and weekends, which is when many businesses are closed. If you need any kind of locksmith or towing services after regular business hours and you have to call them out yourself, it’s considered an emergency service and the cost goes way up.

However, when you have the protection that roadside assistance plans provide, you won’t have to worry about finding someone to help you or how much it’s going to cost. You call the company, explain the situation and as long as your plan covers that type of incident, help will be on the way.

Anytime a member of the family is stranded somewhere, you’re going to worry about them until the situation is resolved and they’re safely on their way home or to their destination. When you have coverage that provides services to help remedy some of these problems, you can have peace of mind and not worry so much about your teen drivers when they on the road and you’ll be covered as well.

No matter how careful you are, or how well you keep up your vehicles, things happen. Sometimes, it’s human error and sometimes, things just happen without warning. It would be impossible to be fully prepared for everything that could happen when you’re on the road. However, becoming a member of a reliable auto club hat offers a variety of roadside assistance plans is a great way to start.

Choosing a Roadside Assistance Plan

February 8, 2012 by Best Roadside Service

If you are looking to choose a roadside assistance plan, there are a few things you should know about the plans that are out there. Not all plans are created equally so you may find that one has more of what you are looking for than another but you can’t be certain until you do some research. It also helps to already have a good idea of what you want from a roadside assistance plan.

While almost all plans are similar in nature, there are some things about each one that you need to be aware of. Some of the factors that will change one roadside service plan from another are the towing mileage and also the number of service calls that you get in a given period of time- usually in a year. These are the types of things you want to look for when choosing your plan.

Some other services that may be included in a roadside plan are lockout, jumpstart, dead battery and fuel delivery. When considering a plan, look to see what it offers and compare this to what you need. You will also want to consider what you get for the price. While money is not everything when choosing a plan, you do want to be sure you get the plan with the best value so rather than look for the cheapest plan, you want to look for the most cost effective plan that still gives you what you need in a service plan.

When choosing your plan, ask yourself these questions:

How many miles of towing will I need?
How many service calls per year/per month do I need?
Will I need gas service?
Will I need flat tire/change tire service?
What happens if I am in an accident?

Most roadside assistance plans do not help you if you are in an accident. They are designed to help you if you break down or become stranded on the side of the road somewhere. They are not an insurance policy and typically will not provide towing if you are in an accident.

So when do you need a roadside assistance plan? Well, it’s important to understand that you never know exactly what will happen or what you will run across when you are traveling in a vehicle. You may have already experienced something unexpected before and you know what a hassle it can be if you need help.

There are several good times to take advantage of roadside assistance and when you have a solid plan in place, you will be able to do so at just the right time. Some examples of when you might need these services are if your tire blows out, if you blow an engine or the engine overheats, if there is unexplainable smoke or steam from your vehicle, if you cannot make repairs to your car yourself or if you lock the keys to your car inside your vehicle.