Are you paying double for breakdown assistance?

It could happen to your car: bubbling sounds, smoke from the engine, or it just won't start. A car breaking down is always inconvenient and you will want to get back on the road as soon as possible. So should you get a separate subscription with an emergency breakdown service? Or can you save money by arranging it through your car insurance?

Every year, thousands of motorists have to deal with breakdowns on Dutch roads. Sometimes as a result of human error, sometimes technology letting us down. Here are the most common types of car breakdowns:

1. Empty battery: perhaps due to car headlights being left switched on.
2. Flat tyre: have your tires checked (e.g. during maintenance) and check tyre pressure regularly.
3. Locking keys in the car./li>
4. Engine not starting: it could be the battery, but also a broken starter motor.
5. Pumping in the wrong type of fuel.

It can happen to anyone. Whether you drive a brand-new vehicle or a car that had been reliable for years, it is always annoying when you have a breakdown on the road. Fortunately, breakdown assistance is easily arranged and included in your Aon car insurance. You get this without having to take out any special membership.