AAA, though I have considered that the frequency of my needing a tow (two times in the 40 years that I have been a AAA member) means that they have really profited from me.  When I got the camper I determined that the likelihood of a breakdown a good long distance from a shop or home was multiplied several fold.  Still, only one of the tows was for the camper, and that when I first bought it.  And yes, it is pertinent to the list.  Our vehicles are old, and therefore prone to break.  DMc

---- DW <dcwilton@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> I'm not certain that this is pertinent to ask on the list, but it does
> relate to my van so here goes... I just received a renewal for my roadside
> assistance plan. I have used it twice in December of 2008 and have paid
> about $340 for the two years of annual fees. I'm not sure this is
> worthwhile, or currently sustainable. The critical issue for me is the
> ability to tow the vehicle to a reputable mechanic if need be. I'm not
> likely going to run out of gas, lock my keys in the van or require hotel
> discounts -- I am really just interested in the possibility of a long tow if
> the scenario ever arose. I guess my question is what do you folks use and
> why? Incidently, I have used the Allstate Platinum Elite Plan because I
> thought it was the best side-by-side comparison of plans, though it should
> be for the price they charge...
>
> Thanks for any thoughts, DW
>
> PS: I need coverage in the US & Canada

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David McNeely