Which roadside assistance is best in Australia depends on where you live, because the best provider is usually your own state motoring club due to their local patrol network. For New South Wales and ACT, NRMA Roadside Assistance is considered best, with the largest network, fastest metro response under 45 minutes, and options from basic $120 per year to premium $280 per year with unlimited towing and accommodation. For Victoria, RACV is considered best, with Canstar 5-star ratings in 2024-2025, basic cover from $98 per year and Complete Care premium with personal cover. For Queensland, RACQ is best, especially for regional and remote coverage in North Queensland, with strong benefits for caravan and trailer towing which is important for Queensland travellers. For South Australia, RAA is best with dominant coverage across Adelaide and regional SA. For Western Australia, RAC WA is best for its huge remote area coverage. For Tasmania, RACT is best. For national cover on a budget, car insurance add-on roadside assistance from Budget Direct, Allianz, AAMI or Youi at $70 to $110 per year is best value, as they use the same patrol networks via contractors but are cheaper. For premium Australia-wide personal cover that follows you in any car, NRMA Premium Care or RACV Complete Care are considered best because they include 100km to unlimited towing, accommodation up to $1,500 if you break down more than 100km from home, hire car, and cover for caravans. If you have a new car, your manufacturer's free roadside assistance included with warranty, such as Toyota, Mazda, Kia or Hyundai, is often best because it is free for 3 to 7 years.
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