Start Rescue breakdown cover vs RAC
If you’re a driver, you really should have car breakdown cover, which can provide assistance if your vehicle runs into problems and needs fixing. The good news is that there are plenty of options when it comes to car breakdown insurance, which can be as cheap or comprehensive as you need.
The RAC is the UK’s most experienced breakdown provider, a fact we’re proud of. But we’re not the only company that provides a rescue and recovery service. So, how do we compare to Start Rescue breakdown cover?
Contents:
Brand and Reliability
Levels of breakdown cover
Brand and Reliability
The quality of the brand, its reliability in terms of performance, and response time of its patrols, are all crucial factors when it comes to assessing the best breakdown cover – again, it’s not just down to cost.
As Britain’s most experienced provider, the RAC have been championing motorists for over 125 years. Our patrols fix 4 of out 5 at the roadside, with repairs done on average in 30 minutes.
Our Extra cover with Onward Travel has been awarded 5 stars by Defaqto.
Levels of breakdown cover
What does each level of breakdown cover actually include? Both the RAC and Start Rescue breakdown cover have a range of cover options. See exactly what's included in the tables below.
RAC
Basic | Standard | Extra |
5 callouts a year^ | 5 callouts a year^ | Unlimited callouts |
Roadside Assistance | Roadside Assistance | Roadside Assistance |
National Recovery | National Recovery | |
At Home |
^1 additional callout added for every person or vehicle added.
Other add-ons are also available – including Onward Travel, Tyre Replace, Key Replace and Battery Replace.
Start Rescue
Cover level | Description |
One Star: Roadside & local |
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Two Star: Nationwide | Includes everything in One Star and:
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Three Star: Home | Includes everything in Two Star and:
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Four Star: European | Includes everything in Two Star and:
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Five Star: Full Cover | Includes everything in One to Four-Star cover |
RAC Source – Terms and Conditions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Start Rescue should cover any driver, just like the RAC does. But you may not be getting the same level of service – unlike our well-trained fleet of uniformed patrols, Start Rescue relies on a variety of contractors.