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Am I too old for breakdown cover? (12-3-12)

I’ve been comparing breakdown cover and started with Green Flag as they advertise attractively. However they do not tell you until you apply that if you are over 80 they will not quote at all! What can I do?

Breakdown cover for hubby and two cars? (7-2-12)

I am looking for breakdown cover which will cover both my husband and me driving either of our two cars. Does this exist or is it cheaper to get our own separate cover?

Should I get breakdown cover before a long journey? (26-04-11)

I'm planning a driving holiday with my family, but don't have any breakdown insurance. Am I tempting fate by driving without breakdown cover?

Will a second hand car break down more often? (31-03-11)

I’m considering buying a second-hand car. But does this mean it’s more likely to break down?

Do I need breakdown insurance? (17-03-11)

I know it’s illegal to drive a car on UK roads without insurance, but is it illegal to drive without breakdown insurance?

What's the average breakdown recovery time? (07-03-11)

I frequently drive around the UK to visit my clients and can’t afford to be waiting hours for a recovery vehicle. What's the average recovery time?

Should I take out breakdown cover with my car insurer? (04-02-11)

My car insurance company asked if I would also like to take breakdown cover with them. Is this the best option?

Is there an age limit on breakdown cover? (17-01-11)

I'm having difficulty finding out if any of the major breakdown providers put an age limit on the owner of a car requiring breakdown cover.

Temporary car breakdown cover (23-12-10)

Can you suggest a way of getting temporary breakdown cover so a relative can drive my car?

Can I get European breakdown cover for my car and motorbike? (10-12-10)

We are looking for European breakdown cover to insure our car and our motorcycles. Is it possible to get this type of group insurance?

Why you should compare breakdown insurance before winter weather (18-11-10)

What can I do to make sure that my car and I are ready for any icy and snowy roads this winter?
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Breakdown cover for hire and rental cars

Breakdown insurance for rental cars (12-11-10)

I'm going on holiday in a a rental car. Will roadside breakdown insurance be included as part of the package?

Running out of petrol and misfuelling (29-10-10)

Will my breakdown insurance cover me if my car runs out of petrol?
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Breaking down because of potholes (21-10-10)

Could potholes in the road cause by may car to break down?
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Breakdown insurance for two or more cars (15-10-10)

I drive two different cars and want breakdown cover that will protect me whichever one I’m in. What are my options?
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Which make of car is the most reliable? (11-9-10)

I am buying a secondhand car and want to know which is the least likely to break down
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