In my country, most people who own a car are also members of a drivers' club where you pay a membership fee in exchange for being able to call them for assistance in situations like this (they might repair or tow your car). Is that not a thing in the US?
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American drivers are required by law to purchase car insurance, and "roadside assistance" as it's called is usually a mid or premium feature of said insurance
I see, car (liability) insurance is also mandatory here, but it's a separate thing from automobile club membership.
roadside assistance costs significantly more than the legal minimum amount of automotive insurance
That's right, it's a mid or premium feature...
That sounds similar to AAA, pronounced “Triple A.” In the US, it’s an optional “club” that provides emergency road service to members. I’ve had to rely on it before, and recommend it for those who drive a used car (which can have unforeseen issues in the works.)
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i mean your insurance is supposed to cover the fees of tracting the car to the first garage, and pay you a taxi or whatever
isn't that a thing in Murica
American car insurance covers collision damage from other cars or external factors. It doesn't cover mechanical failures. You can get extended warranty coverage, both from your car dealer or from third parties, but this is usually not financially worthwhile.
oh. I do get coverage for all failures & replacement car for about 110€/month
Insurance in America paying for something
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