Monday Morning Blues

Winter! When the mornings are bleak and cold and the nights are no better. It’s the first day of the week, and after a weekend of R&R (recreation and relaxation) you are rearing to go. But your car has a different plan. It’s decided it will not start for you or anyone.

Yes, did you know that according to the recent figures released by Britannia Rescue, 11/12 of their busiest days were Monday morning especially in winters, when many cars failed to start after spending a weekend out in the cold?

This is precisely the time when you wish you had car breakdown insurance, unless you already have one! But choosing between the AA or the RAC, and the many organisations between them can not be an easy choice. While all offer to get your car going again, what are the key factors you should consider when looking for a good breakdown cover?

Evaluating the need

It’s important that you first consider the cost of recovering your car if you have not opted for car breakdown insurance. You must start by comparing the costs available. Just like Nigel Charlesworth, spokesperson for Green Flag points out, ‘It can run into several hundred pounds’.

In our next posting we’ll discuss the various facets of the insurance cover such as premium and scope of cover etc.