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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.
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.
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.
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^ Limits and exclusions apply to caravan and trailer assistance, see terms and conditions for more details.
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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
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Roadside Care
Basic roadside assistance for your nominated vehicle, including 20km of towing. Ideal for those who drive in metropolitan areas.
Price $114 annually
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:
- Roadside Care: $114 upfront or $10 per month
- Extra Care: $186 upfront or $16 per month
- Total Care: $255 upfront or $21.75 per month
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.
Can I use roadside assistance for someone else?
For Roadside Care and Extra Care, your roadside assistance can only be used for your nominated vehicle.
If you have Total Care, anyone who is driving your nominated vehicle is eligible for assistance; And you are eligible for assistance in any car you drive.
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.
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RACV Batteries
Our qualified battery technicians are available seven days a week to get you back on the road quickly and conveniently.
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RACV Car Insurance
Whether you just bought a new car or it’s simply time to renew your current cover, choose from a range of high-value car insurance options for peace of mind while you drive.#
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RACV Bike Assist
Roadside assistance if you can’t ride your bike because of a puncture, mechanical problem or even exhaustion.
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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