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A travel trailer parked in a campsite with two camping chairs and a lantern on a table under the RV's awning.
December 19, 2025•Travel Tips

RV camping checklist: What to pack and how to prep?

A complete RV camping checklist includes inspecting your RV before leaving. It also includes packing items like cooking supplies, food, water, pillows, coffee or tea, chargers or power banks, flashlights, bug spray, and sunscreen. And if you're traveling with pets, don't forget their essentials too.

A red tow truck getting ready to tow a broken down RV.
December 18, 2025•Service

Understanding RV towing services

RV towing is required during mechanical failures, tire emergencies when a spare won't resolve the issue, and more. Towing an RV, however, often requires a professional with the right equipment and knowledge to ensure the RV is towed safely and securely.

An RV driving on the road with a large lake next to the road and mountains in the distance.
December 17, 2025•Travel Tips

RV safety tips: A complete guide to safe and stress-free travel

Prioritize RV safety by checking tires, brakes, and lights before you leave. On the road, stay alert with regular breaks and blind spot monitoring. Before relaxing, finish with a safe campsite setup by leveling your rig, practicing campfire safety, and locking up at night.

A silver SUV pulling a white travel trailer with trees in the background with some fall foliage.
December 16, 2025•Maintenance

Trailer maintenance tips: How to keep your trailer in safe working order

Regular trailer maintenance helps keep your trailer safe and reliable. Focus on tire pressure, brake testing, light inspections, hitch and coupling components, frame and body integrity, and bearing lubrication to prevent costly breakdowns to ensure smooth travel.

An RV driving on a winding road in the dusk with trees in the distance.
December 15, 2025•Service

How to cancel your RV roadside assistance plan

For some people, cancelling their RV roadside assistance plan is the right next step. Life changes and sometimes that means you're traveling less often, downsizing, re-evaluating your budget, or changing providers. Cancelling should be a smooth process regardless of your provider.

An RV parked in a grassy field with the sun rising out in the distance.
December 12, 2025•Maintenance

Pre-trip inspection checklist for RV owners

Before starting your journey in an RV, it's critical that you complete a pre-trip inspection. These inspections include checking your tires, lights, turn signals, mirrors, windshield, slide-outs, awnings, the roof, batteries, fluids, and more.

A roadside assistance technician wearing an orange safety vest shaking the hand of an individual over a vehicle with the hood popped up.
December 11, 2025•Service

How to get roadside assistance without insurance

Can you get roadside assistance without insurance? The short answer is yes. Good Sam offers an excellent standalone roadside assistance service for cars, motorcycles, trailers, and RVs.

An orange emergency triangle on the road with a broken-down car and a person in a safety vest looking under the hood.
December 10, 2025•Service

Can I use roadside assistance for a rental car or RV?

Using roadside assistance for a rental depends on your provider and plan. Good Sam roadside assistance covers rental cars and RVs on most plans.

An RV's hood up with another RV in the background.
December 9, 2025•Service

How to jump start your RV batteries

Safety first! Jumping RV batteries can be dangerous and damage the battery if it's not done correctly. Learn the safe and correct way to jump start your RV's batteries. Avoid common mistakes and know when to call for Good Sam's help.

A white pick up truck pulling a fifth wheel camper on a gravel road with cactuses background.
December 8, 2025•Service

Fifth wheel towing: What you need to know about roadside assistance

Roadside assistance for a fifth wheel RV offers many of the services as standard roadside assistance plans like towing, battery jump-starts, and lockout services. However, the size and weight of fifth wheels adds unique complexities that require a service like Good Sam that has the knowledge and expertise to help.

An RV on the road with trees on the side of the road and mountains off in the distance.
December 5, 2025•Service

RV roadside assistance: Why it’s essential for every traveler

Good Sam's RV roadside assistance provides peace of mind, support during breakdowns including tows, battery jumps, flat tires, fuel delivery, and more.

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December 4, 2025•Service

An overview of Good Sam auto roadside assistance

Good Sam offers automotive roadside assistances plans in three tiers: Platinum Auto, Platinum+ Auto, and Platinum Complete Auto. These plans cover a variety of services such as towing, tire services, battery jumps, fuel delivery, lockout services, and more.

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December 3, 2025•Service

What to do if you need emergency roadside assistance

When you need roadside assistance it's important to stay calm, find out what's wrong if you can, call your roadside provider, and prioritize your safety. If you're in a dangerous situation like along a busy highway at night or your vehicle is leaking fluid, you should call 911.

A silver SUV on a flat bed tow truck being towed.
December 2, 2025•Towing

How far will roadside assistance tow?

How far a roadside assistance provider will tow your vehicle depends on the plan level: basic plans usually tow 5 to 15 miles, mid-tier plans up to 100 miles, and premium plans often provide unlimited towing to the nearest qualified facility.

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November 28, 2025•Service

Lost your car keys? 7 immediate steps to take and what to do next

Losing your car keys can be a cause for panic but it's critical to stay calm, search for a spare key, and try to use a GPS or bluetooth tracker if applicable. Of course, don't forget to check if your car is actually locked. If it is, call Good Sam roadside assistance or a locksmith.

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November 26, 2025•Service

How to use roadside assistance

Using your roadside assistance plan is easy. Simply identify your provider, gather your information, call the assistance number, explain your situation, and wait for your technician to arrive.

A man looking under the hood of his red car calling for roadside assistance.
November 11, 2025•Service

Is roadside assistance worth it?

Roadside assistance is worth it for most drivers, especially for those who drive long distances on a regular basis such as RVers. It also provides peace of mind when unexpected breakdowns occur.

An orange emergency safety triangle on the side of the road with a car with its hood up in the background.
November 6, 2025•Service

Can you use your roadside assistance for someone else?

Whether you can use your roadside assistance plan for others depends your plan's structure. The majority of plans are either person-based or vehicle-based. Person-based covers you, even if you're a passenger. Vehicle-based plans only cover the enrolled vehicle.

An elderly man outside in the winter with his car's hood up performing winter maintenance by refilling fluids.
November 5, 2025•Maintenance

Winter car maintenance – how to prepare your vehicle for cold weather

Winter car maintenance helps you prepare for the unexpected. Essential winter car maintenance includes inspecting and replacing tires, checking your battery, fluid and antifreeze levels, oil and filter changes, and having a stocked a emergency kit.

RVs and travel trailers covered in snow stored in a lot with evergreen trees in the background.
November 4, 2025•Maintenance

How to prepare your RV or travel trailer for winter

As winter approaches, preparing your RV for storage is a critical seasonal maintenance step. Preparing your RV for winter includes prepping your interior and exterior, plumbing, electric, engine, slide-outs, HVAC, awnings and choosing your storage location.

A man on the side of the road looking under the hood of his truck in need of roadside assistance.
October 30, 2025•Service

What is car roadside assistance and how does it work?

Car roadside assistance is a service that helps when you run into car trouble. Whether your car won’t start, you run out of gas, or you’ve locked yourself out, roadside assistance sends help so you can get back on the road quickly and safely.

An RV driving on the road with snow on the ground and hills in the background.
October 29, 2025•Maintenance

RV battery maintenance for winter: expert tips to keep your power system safe and strong

Cold weather doesn’t just make it harder to start your RV; it also messes with your battery’s chemistry. RV batteries, especially traditional lead-acid ones, are vulnerable to freezing, reduced efficiency, and even permanent damage if not properly maintained in low temperatures.

An SUV pulls a trailer alongside a coastal waterway.
October 29, 2025•Service

Dead battery? Roadside assistance can help

When you consider the number of variables involved with diagnosing and fixing a battery issue, there’s good reason to rely on a roadside assistance plan to provide quality and free help.

Two men in the desert using an off-road SUV to jumpstart a Class B RV
October 28, 2025•Service

Do you tip roadside assistance drivers?

Tried and true question of not only if but how much to tip when under the circumstance of needing help.

A truck tows a Montana fifth week along a road in with a backdrop of tall rocky mountains.
October 28, 2025•Service

What to do if you have a flat tire

Flat tires are an inconvenience at best and a serious safety hazard at worst. Replacing them or repairing them is usually a dip into your wallet, too.

A truck tows a silver Airstream trailer in front of a towering red sandstone rock formation
October 27, 2025•Towing

What does roadside assistance cover?

Just how providers define roadside assistance can vary, and you need to know exactly what to expect when it comes to your safety and coverage in a breakdown.

A man driving a card with his window rolled down. In the seat behind him, his dog leans his head out the window to feel the wind.
July 30, 2025•Service

Do I really need Roadside Assistance?

A mechanical breakdown in the middle of a trip is a major problem for even the most engine-savvy traveler.

Three people ride in a van driving down a road on a sunny day.
July 30, 2025•Service

What if I need emergency roadside assistance?

Roadside assistance covers issues like dead batteries, lost or locked keys, and any other reason you can’t continue with your trip.

A truck tows an Outback fifth wheel down a gravel road surrounded by a dusty field with mountains in the background
July 30, 2025•Coverage

What is the best roadside assistance plan?

Roadside assistance providers work with local service shops and towing services to provide national coverage for members. But not all providers offer the exact extent of coverage in all parts of the country.

An SUV pulls a Coleman trailer along a road with a coastal waterway in the background.
July 30, 2025•Service

How to find the right towing service near me

What if you could have the peace of mind of connecting with a vetted towing service near you without needing to evaluate every option around?

A truck tows a fifth wheel in front of a wide dusty field with tall rocky mountains in the background
July 30, 2025•Coverage

Will roadside assistance cover emergency travel and medical incidences?

A transparent roadside assistance plan helps you identify the existing risks of travel emergencies and how your plan will cover them. The best roadside assistance plan is one that fits your needs without any unknowns.

An SUV pulls a trailer alongside a coastal waterway with a palm tree in the background.
July 30, 2025•Coverage

Do I need tire and wheel protection?

Roughly 220 million flat tires occur each year. Given that there are only 230 million drivers, the odds of you experiencing a flat tire are high.

A truck tows an Atlas travel trailer with lush green rolling mountains in the background.
July 30, 2025•Coverage

How far will you tow me under Good Sam Roadside Assistance?

All members of Good Sam Roadside Assistance may receive towing to the nearest service center when needed, regardless of the distance.

An SUV pulls a Coleman trailer along a road with a coastal waterway in the background.
July 29, 2025•Coverage

Differences between RV and auto Good Sam Roadside Assistance plans

All Good Sam Roadside Assistance plans are designed to best serve the customers’ needs–and those needs differ, both in cost and the extent of the coverage needed.

A woman kneels on the ground replacing a tire on her travel trailer.
July 23, 2024•Service

Benefits of auto and RV tire and wheel protection

The cost of a flat quickly adds up–whether replacing yourself, calling a tow truck, or servicing a flat on the side of the road with the help of a technician.