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A roadside assistance technician in a high visibility safety vest looking underneath the hood of a car.
Dec 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.
Dec 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.

A woman looking for her keys in her purse while standing outside of her white car.
Nov 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.

A roadside assistance worker in a high visibility safety vest looking under the hood of a car.
Nov 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.
Nov 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.
Nov 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.
Nov 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.
Nov 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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.
Oct 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
Oct 28, 2025·Service

Do you tip roadside assistance drivers?

In short, yes – if you can. However, you don’t need to break the bank or feel bad if you aren’t able to tip. In fact, there may be situations when you shouldn’t tip for emergency roadside assistance.