A third of all breakdown cover is provided through either bank accounts, car insurance or buying a new car, but for the rest of us the best way to make sure a good deal is made on breakdown cover is to compare breakdown cover online and find out what different companies have to offer. Prices can vary depending on exactly what you want covered and it’s far easier to spot a good deal if you have easy access to the promises and small print for each company, which isn’t always possible when trying to arrange breakdown cover over the phone.

Most of the very basic breakdown packages will save you if you’re stranded on the motorway, and you can pick up a completely basic recovery package for as little as £30 a year. However, for services that are considered ‘extras’ like home start for when your car simply won’t even leave the driveway, you may have to pay up to £200 a year for the best breakdown cover. While that may seem pricey, it’s worth considering the very minimum callout charge from a garage if you find yourself in the same situation without breakdown cover can range from £100-£150 each time.