Which roadside assistance service is best in Australia depends on your state, because the best provider is usually your own state motoring club with the largest local patrol network. For New South Wales and ACT, NRMA is considered best with over 2.4 million members, the biggest patrol fleet in Australia, average metro response under 45 minutes, and a strong premium product with unlimited towing and accommodation benefits. For Victoria, RACV is rated best, winning Canstar Blue 5-star awards for satisfaction in 2024-2025, with basic from $98 per year and Complete Care premium with personal cover that follows you in any car. For Queensland, RACQ is best for its extensive regional network covering far north Queensland and outback highways, plus caravan and trailer towing which is popular in QLD. For South Australia, RAA is best with dominant coverage across Adelaide and regional SA like Barossa and Eyre Peninsula. For Western Australia, RAC WA is best for remote area coverage across huge distances. For Tasmania, RACT is best. If you want the best value national cover without joining a motoring club, the best option is roadside assistance add-on from car insurers like Budget Direct, Allianz, AAMI or Youi at $70 to $110 per year, which uses contractor networks but is cheaper and still provides Australia-wide towing. For best premium cover Australia-wide with personal cover, NRMA Premium Care and RACV Complete Care are considered best because they include 100km to unlimited towing, $1,500 accommodation if you break down more than 100km from home, hire car, and cover for caravans. New car manufacturer roadside assistance is also excellent and free for 3 to 7 years.
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