RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance

Choose from three levels of roadside assistance.

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If you need immediate roadside assistance, we’re just a phone call away.

Call 13 11 11

How roadside assistance works

    1. Call RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance
      Call 13 11 11 and let us know your name, where you’re located and what’s gone wrong. If you’re not an Emergency Roadside Assistance Member, don’t stress. We can sign you up when you call.

    2. Wait for help
      We’ll register the job and send one of our signature yellow patrol vans to help. You’ll also get an SMS if you’re in metro Melbourne so you can track its arrival.

    3. Patrol van arrives
      A trained mechanic will ask you questions and run a diagnostic test to find out what’s wrong with your vehicle.

    4. Tow or repair
      9 out of 10 call outs are fixed on the spot. If we can’t, we’ll arrange to tow your vehicle to a repairer.

Unlimited callouts, all year round

From flat batteries and lock-outs to tyre troubles and empty tanks, RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance will help get you moving again. We offer fast, reliable service, sending out help usually within the hour and fixing 90% of vehicles on the spot.

Choose from three levels:

  • Total Care is our top-range choice perfect for families and long-distance drivers.
  • Extra Care is ideal for those who enjoy travelling in-and-out of town.
  • Roadside Care is a favourite for metro drivers who like to stay local.

Why choose RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance

Australia-wide coverage

We've helped 756,954 Aussie motorists in the in the last year alone.

Unlimited annual callouts

When you purchase a subscription with us, there's no cap on service callouts.

Member benefits

Save with a range of exclusive discounts and offers, and be rewarded for your loyalty.

What’s the best roadside assistance option?

To figure out which option is best, you need to understand how you drive. For example, you might consider whether or not you drive more than one car, if you frequently travel to rural areas, and if you have a trailer attached to your vehicle. Use our tool below to help find the right level of breakdown assistance for your needs.  

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Answer 5 quick questions to find your match..

  • Where do you usually drive?

    • Metro Melb
    • Regional

  • What type of car do you drive?

    • Sedan/SUV
    • Large 4WD

  • Do you regularly drive multiple cars?

    • Yes
    • No

  • How far in kilometres do you drive from your home each day?

    • Less than 20
    • 20-60
    • Over 60

  • Do you ever tow a trailer or caravan?

    • Yes
    • No

Compare RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance options

Explore inclusions across each level of roadside assistance. Keep in mind, the longer you stay an RACV Member, the more you can save on your yearly subscription cost. 

Roadside Assistance

Best cover
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Best cover

Roadside Assistance

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Total Care ?

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Extra Care ?

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Roadside Care ?

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Price for
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Coverage

Any vehicle you're driving

Per vehicle

Per vehicle

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Metro towing

100km

60km

20km

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Regional towing

100km

60km

Attending RACV Service Centre

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Benefits within 100km from home

Up to $300

Up to $240

Up to $80

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Benefits over 100km from home

Up to $2400

Up to $1400

Up to $750

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Locksmith

$350

$300

$200

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RACV membership

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Minor parts allowance (in Victoria only)

$33

$33

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Free fuel if you run out (in Victoria only)

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Unlimited service calls

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Caravan and trailer assistance^

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Bike Assist

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Wheelchair and Scooter Assist

^ Limits and exclusions apply to caravan and trailer assistance, see terms and conditions for more details.

Buy your RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance subscription

  • Total Care

    Top-range breakdown assistance in any car you’re driving. Includes 100km of towing and generous taxi, accommodation and car hire benefits. Perfect for families and long-distance drivers.

    Price $255 annually

  • Extra Care

    Mid-level option that includes 60km of towing and essential taxi, accommodation and car hire benefits. Great for people who travel in-and-out of town.

    Price $186 annually

  • Roadside Care

    Basic roadside assistance for your nominated vehicle, including 20km of towing. Ideal for those who drive in metropolitan areas.

    Price $114 annually

Prefer to pay by the month? Call us today and we’ll update your preferences. Administrative fees apply.

Call 13 72 28

Frequently asked questions

How much does roadside assistance cost?

How much you pay depends on what level of cover you choose. If you’re already an RACV Member you may also be eligible for a discount on your yearly subscription. Here’s a breakdown of our prices per subscription year:

Note that our monthly payment option includes administrative fees.* 

What’s the difference between Emergency Roadside Assistance and Car Insurance?

Emergency Roadside Assistance refers to breakdown support for mechanical issues and problems like flat batteries, punctured tyres and lockouts.

Car insurance# is separate to Roadside Assistance and provides cover for damage you may unintentionally cause to people’s properties or vehicles as a result of an accident on the road, as well as other listed events such as theft, vandalism or fire.

Does roadside assistance include towing?

Yes, all levels of RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance include towing up to a specified kilometre range or to the nearest attending RACV Service Centre. Here’s a summary:

  • Roadside Care: 20km
  • Extra Care: 60km
  • Total Care: 100km

Towing beyond the kilometre limit or beyond the RACV Service Centre may result in an additional out-of-pocket cost.

How long does roadside assistance take?

Usually, we’ll have someone out to help you within an hour of your call. However, sometimes the time it takes for help to arrive may vary depending on how great the demand for assistance is at any one time. 

How roadside assistance works

  1. 1

    Call RACV Emergency Roadside Assistance

    Call 13 11 11 and let us know your name, where you’re located and what’s gone wrong. If you’re not an Emergency Roadside Assistance Member, don’t stress. We can sign you up when you call.

  2. 2

    Wait for help

    We’ll register the job and send one of our signature yellow patrol vans to help. You’ll also get an SMS if you’re in metro Melbourne so you can track its arrival.

  3. 3

    Patrol van arrives

    A trained mechanic will ask you questions and run a diagnostic test to find out what’s wrong with your vehicle.

  4. 4

    Tow or repair

    9 out of 10 call outs are fixed on the spot. If we can’t, we’ll arrange to tow your vehicle to a repairer.

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Monetary limits apply to individual breakdown benefits. All benefits in the table are subject to limitations and exclusions. Please refer to Emergency Roadside Assistance Terms and Conditions for the exact entitlement.
 *An administration fee of up to 50 cents is included in your monthly payment amount, equivalent to a maximum of $6 per annum.
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