Local Breakdown Cover keeps you protected when you’re close to home. If your vehicle breaks down within 25 miles of your house, we’ll send a recovery vehicle to help. It also includes Home Cover as standard, which means we’ll come to you even if your car won’t start on your driveway.
You can choose a policy that covers up to 4 specific vehicles or select personal cover that protects you in any vehicle you’re travelling in.
Our Local Breakdown Cover is the ideal, affordable option for:
Rest easy knowing you’re covered for those everyday journeys. Whether you’re stuck on the driveway or have a breakdown on a local road, you’ll get the help you need, right when you need it. You can relax because we’ll be there for you, no matter what.
With the choice to add extra cover for:
From £18.86 a year
If your car breaks down at or near home, we’ll still come out and help get you back on the road.
We’ll take your vehicle to a nearby garage or destination within a set distance.
We’ll get you, your passengers and your vehicle to any destination in the UK.
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Breaking down in Europe? You’re covered for roadside help and recovery while you’re away.
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If you’re towing a trailer or caravan, we’ll make sure that’s recovered too.
Put the wrong fuel in by mistake? We’ll drain and flush your system to get you back on track.
If you can’t continue your journey, we’ll help you get moving again with options like a hire car or public transport.
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If your vehicle can’t be fixed the same day, we’ll cover a place for you to stay overnight.
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Choose what excess you pay towards each breakdown claim.
£0 or £30 per breakdown
Covers lost, stolen, or damaged car keys, including replacement and repairs.
Add-on
Up to £1,500
Helps cover legal costs if you’re in a non-fault accident.
Add-on
Up to £75,000
Covers repair costs following a vehicle breakdown.
Add-on
Up to £500
From 13.87 a year
If your car breaks down at or near home, we’ll still come out and help get you back on the road.
We’ll take your vehicle to a nearby garage or destination within a set distance.
We’ll get you, your passengers and your vehicle to any destination in the UK.
Breaking down in Europe? You’re covered for roadside help and recovery while you’re away.
–
If you’re towing a trailer or caravan, we’ll make sure that’s recovered too.
Put the wrong fuel in by mistake? We’ll drain and flush your system to get you back on track.
If you can’t continue your journey, we’ll help you get moving again with options like a hire car or public transport.
If your vehicle can’t be fixed the same day, we’ll cover a place for you to stay overnight.
Choose what excess you pay towards each breakdown claim.
£0 or £30 per breakdown
Covers lost, stolen, or damaged car keys, including replacement and repairs.
Add-on
Up to £1,500
Helps cover legal costs if you’re in a non-fault accident.
Add-on
Up to £75,000
Covers repair costs following a vehicle breakdown.
Add-on
Up to £500
Single trip from £15.83 a year
If your car breaks down at or near home, we’ll still come out and help get you back on the road.
We’ll take your vehicle to a nearby garage or destination within a set distance.
We’ll get you, your passengers and your vehicle to any destination in the UK.
Breaking down in Europe? You’re covered for roadside help and recovery while you’re away.
If you’re towing a trailer or caravan, we’ll make sure that’s recovered too.
Put the wrong fuel in by mistake? We’ll drain and flush your system to get you back on track.
If you can’t continue your journey, we’ll help you get moving again with options like a hire car or public transport.
If your vehicle can’t be fixed the same day, we’ll cover a place for you to stay overnight.
Choose what excess you pay towards each breakdown claim.
£0 or £30 per breakdown
Covers lost, stolen, or damaged car keys, including replacement and repairs.
Add-on
Up to £1,500
Helps cover legal costs if you’re in a non-fault accident.
Add-on
Up to £75,000
Covers repair costs following a vehicle breakdown.
Add-on
Up to £500
From £18.86 a year
From 13.87 a year
Single trip from £15.83 a year
If your car breaks down at or near home, we’ll still come out and help get you back on the road.
We’ll take your vehicle to a nearby garage or destination within a set distance.
We’ll get you, your passengers and your vehicle to any destination in the UK.
–
Breaking down in Europe? You’re covered for roadside help and recovery while you’re away.
–
–
If you’re towing a trailer or caravan, we’ll make sure that’s recovered too.
Put the wrong fuel in by mistake? We’ll drain and flush your system to get you back on track.
If you can’t continue your journey, we’ll help you get moving again with options like a hire car or public transport.
–
If your vehicle can’t be fixed the same day, we’ll cover a place for you to stay overnight.
–
Choose what excess you pay towards each breakdown claim.
£0 or £30 per breakdown
£0 or £30 per breakdown
£0 or £30 per breakdown
Covers lost, stolen, or damaged car keys, including replacement and repairs.
Add-on
Up to £1,500
Add-on
Up to £1,500
Add-on
Up to £1,500
Helps cover legal costs if you’re in a non-fault accident.
Add-on
Up to £75,000
Add-on
Up to £75,000
Add-on
Up to £75,000
Covers repair costs following a vehicle breakdown.
Add-on
Up to £500
Add-on
Up to £500
Add-on
Up to £500
It depends on how far you usually drive.
Local breakdown cover is ideal if you mostly stick to short journeys or drive around your local area. It’s usually more budget-friendly and focuses on nearby recovery.
National breakdown cover gives you wider protection across the country, which is better if you travel long distances, commute far, or like road trips without worrying about where you might break down.
If you’re unsure, think about your typical driving week – your mileage usually gives the answer.
It depends on the provider, but ours does!
Many breakdown cover plans include ‘Home Cover’, or ‘Home Start’ assistance, meaning they’ll help you if your car won’t start on your driveway. Others only cover breakdowns that happen away from your registered home address, typically at a distance of a quarter of a mile or more.
With our policy, you’re covered whether you’re in the supermarket carpark or in your own garage. It can make a big difference on those cold mornings when the car refuses to cooperate.
Usually, no – vehicle breakdown cover is tied to your specific car, so it won’t automatically extend to rental vehicles.
If you’re planning to hire a car, it’s worth checking your policy details or considering personal cover, which often includes protection in hired vehicles too. A quick check now can save you a headache later.
* An excess may apply depending on the plan you choose.
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