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Breaking down is the last thing you want when driving abroad. But with RAC European Breakdown Cover, help is at hand when you need it most. Our 24/7 English-speaking helpline makes it easy to get help quickly. We’re the only European breakdown cover provider to include unlimited European roadside assistance, and a contribution towards garage labour costs.
Our cover levels
RAC Comprehensive
RAC Comprehensive Plus
What countries are covered by RAC European Breakdown Cover?
The RAC offers European breakdown cover in up to 48 countries across mainland Europe. These countries are split into Zone 1, Zone 2 and Zone 3, so you can easily select the right cover for you and your trip. This includes, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Portugal and Belgium, as well as the Republic of Ireland.
We also cover a range of other countries, including Albania, Armenia, Gibraltar, Moldova, Macedonia, Serbia and many more.
We also cover the offshore islands of all the countries within this zone.
We also cover the offshore islands of the countries within this zone, with the exception of Ceuta, Melilla or the Canary Islands (Spanish off-shore Islands).
We also cover the offshore islands of all the countries within this zone.
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What does RAC offer that the AA and Green Flag don't?1 Find out more.
RAC Comprehensive Plus | AA | Greenflag | |
Has a Defaqto 5 Star Rating | Yes | Yes | No |
Garage labour costs included (provided repairs are completed within 7 working hours) | £1,000 | £500 if you buy parts and labour cover | £0 |
Emergency roadside repair or towing costs to the nearest garage | Unlimited | Unlimited | £250 |
UK hire car whilst awaiting repatriation | Up to 7 days (max £840) | Up to 2 days (max £240) | Up to 7 days (max £500) |
I didn’t realise how exceptional the RAC is. Unbelievably there was a breakdown truck with us within 50 minutes and he diagnosed a flat battery… or as the French say “Il est mort!
I have repeated this many times in the last week to people I have talked with, the RAC European breakdown cover was nothing short of first rate. That is the kind of service that you hope you will get, and are delighted when you get it.
From both my wife and myself can we say how happy we were with this service and a special thank you to Lola and Selina in France who gave great service.
In a world which, at times, seems to be constantly complaining about poor service from organisations, I am moved to praise the ‘excellent’ service I have received lately from your European Breakdown service.
I’m aware that Opteven is a separate business, but this was not obvious during my dealings with the team – it was a ‘one RAC’ experience. And a world-class experience at that. I’m now telling everyone I know to sign up with the RAC!
I will remain a customer of the RAC and furthermore I will be informing the many people I am in contact with that your organisation is easily the best I have been a member of and that they should join immediately.
5 Star Breakdown Cover
RAC Comprehensive European Breakdown Cover has been awarded a 5 Star Rating by Defaqto.
If you need any help, you can call our dedicated team on 0800 015 6000 quoting code RWAFPAO.